Kindrid Project

Hi Friends,

I have been back in the States for over three weeks now.  It is strange how fast life changes.  For those who have followed along while I was in Colombia thanks for your prayers and comments of support. I have a link below which helps to fund a temporary project for the foundation I was working with while in Cartagena. I was personally working at this foundation and was deeply affected by the love and dedication of the incredible staff and people who are making positive changes for kids in their own city.  This project is a way to help them do what they do more effectively.

I don’t like to ask people to give money, but for those who are already wanting to support a good organization but are un sure where to give their money, this one gets my approval.

Here is the link:

 Kindrid: Education for at risk kids in Cartagena

For those who want more info, here is my personal critique:

Locally run and already existing

In my cross-cultural travel experience and training as a global study major, I have been trained to be very critical of foreign aid initiatives and methodology of non-profits in general. I can critique most western organizations, which in the long run either exploit, control, or drive their own agenda upon a project they support. I believe this project is different because we are supporting a local foundation that is already doing great work. This foundation is responding to the greatest needs of the city and doing it with love and care for the people. The workers are effective and making progress, our donations will help them to continue their labors and progress with their vision of giving opportunity to the vulnerable populations of children in Cartagena. This is a work that is effective and ongoing, our support of them only helps them to be more effective and to expand their vision. It is not perfect but it is a worthwhile organization that is transforming lives.

Kindrid

This project is hosted on the website Kindrid. Kindrid is a creative new giving platform started by a couple of very innovative friends of mine. Their desire with Kindrid is to find impacting projects which people can personally claim a stake in. It is not about giving a big amount of money it is about sharing stories. By donating, you guys get to be apart of my project and see exactly where our money goes, once it's funded I'll post updates on the site and you can see how your contribution is specifically being used. Furthermore, Kindrid does not take any of the money being donated. 100% of the money raised goes directly to the project. I think there are many people who want to give or see their money contribute to a good cause, but simply don’t know how. Kindrid helps make it easy.

Real People

I got to work at this foundation for several months interacting with the kids and visiting their homes and families. I can tell you that supporting this foundation is empowering caring teachers who are caring for and giving new life opportunities to kids who are experiencing neglect and abuse in their home lives everyday. This specific project will provide the funds for a month of extracurricular and life skills classes, these are particularly important for giving kids employment opportunities.  The people at this foundation are my friends so if you have any questions about the foundation or this project feel free to contact me personally.

Gracias,

-Chad