- 2005 Drive
The Charfassion Orphanage Project
Description:
2005 efforts will benefit the construction of the Charfassion (car-FA-shun) Orphanage which sits on five acres of land in Bhola Island, Bangladesh. The physical structure of the orphanage is currently unsafe for its occupants which include 100 young orphans and several staff members.
Although Bhola Island was not severely impacted by the recent Tsunami, this tragedy has heightened concern for the livelihood of the young children of Charfassion, as an earthquake of a significantly lesser magnitude could completely destroy the Orphanage.
See an interview with Hopscotch Network Co-Founder, Matt Sueoka from the San Francisco Chronicle.
Proposed Enhancements:
A brand new structure for the Charfassion Orphanage has been designed and approved. The desperately needed reconstruction will provide these Bangladeshi orphans with a safe, sturdy home where they can flourish as healthy and successful members of society.
Financial Information:
The facility operates on a $26,000/year budget which includes room, board, and educational costs. Before breaking ground and beginning the enhancement to the orphanage's land, the orphanage needs $230,000 to supplement the $70,000 raised to date.
Political Considerations:
Bangladesh does not have resources, nor the philanthropic ethos of the United States. Thus, it is critical that the Hopscotch Network's Charfassion Orphanage Project continue to raise funds in the United States.
The Hopscotch Network Relationship:
The focus of the Hopscotch Network's 2005 Drive is to help The Charfassion Orphanage Project meet its goal of breaking ground in October of 2007. Our nationwide fundraising effort will significantly impact the lives of the 100 Bangladeshis who currently lack a safe living space. We also hope to manage the construction process to the ribbon cutting after reaching our fundraising targets.
The Hopscotch Network has adopted a zero-cost model, donating 100% of its 2005 revenues to The Charfassion Orphanage Project.
Publications & Support
- Dartmouth College's Tucker Foundation sponsors a website for the Charfassion Orphanage
- The San Francisco Chronicle interviewed Mathew Sueoka, co-founder of the Charfassion Orphanage Project and the Hopscotch Network
- Heinmann Photos; all proceeds from sales are donated to the Project