"Hi: I'm Diana, a 5fer intern, and am just dropping by to say "Thank you!" for being such a loyal and active 5fer. It is because of members like you that we have been able to give away seven (yes, seven!) $5000 grants to…"
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Diana Lucey left a comment for Ruya Norton"On behalf of 5 for fairness I would like to thank you for voting in this grant cycle."
5 for Fairness left a comment for Ruya Norton"Hey Ruya,
Just a heads up that no one seems to be manning the MGEF Team page - there are a couple of questions that need answering. I sent a message via Twitter and left Amanda a comment here but haven't heard anything back. If you…"
Ruya Norton added a discussion to the group Maasai Girls Education Fund
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Sharing and caring! So please tell your friends and family about the importance of girls' education. These are just a few of the Maasai students who will appreciate your help:See More
Ruya Norton replied to Dinah Minot Hubley's discussion 'Mothers workshop' in the group Maasai Girls Education Fund"I love it! We will bring the idea to our partner org in Kenya to see how we can best implement it and ensure that the most number of women/girls have access. Thank you again, Dinah!
Ruya"
Ruya Norton replied to Dinah Minot Hubley's discussion 'Mothers workshop' in the group Maasai Girls Education Fund"Hi Dinah,
I've just spoken with our Founder and President, Barbara Lee Shaw, about your community board recommendation. She thinks the idea itself is wonderful, but the execution might be difficult. Maasai women are, more often than not,…"
Ruya Norton replied to Dinah Minot Hubley's discussion 'Mothers workshop' in the group Maasai Girls Education Fund"Hi Dinah,
What an excellent idea - thank you for sharing it with us! Have you used a community board in your own work?
We're so happy to have your support and welcome any questions, further suggestions, or comments from you.
With…"
Laura replied to Ruya Norton's discussion 'Lydia's first day of school!' in the group Maasai Girls Education Fund"The look of pride and delight on Lydia's face is so moving. "
Ruya Norton replied to Diana Lucey's discussion '"Theory of change"' in the group Maasai Girls Education Fund"Hi Diana - thanks for asking!
Since 2010, MGEF has facilitated Life Skills Workshops for Chiefs and Elders of the Maasai ethnic group, one of the region’s most impoverished, believing it best to teach the dominant male authority…"
Ruya Norton replied to Sophie K's discussion 'Evaluating' in the group Maasai Girls Education Fund"Thanks for your question, Sophie!
We measure our success by the number of MGEF students that graduate and are able to get a job in Kenya. Thusfar, nineteen of our students have graduated from vocational school, college, or university. They…"
Ruya Norton replied to mary rourke's discussion 'What's Your Biggest Obstacle?' in the group Maasai Girls Education Fund"Hi Mary,
Our biggest challenge in the last year was the high number of unsponsored MGEF students in post-secondary school. In order to pay for their expenses, we had to dip into our general fund, which is always in short supply…"
Ruya Norton replied to mary rourke's discussion 'What If You Get the Grant?' in the group Maasai Girls Education Fund"Hi Mary,
Thanks for your question! If awarded, MGEF plans to use the $5,000 grant for our college fund. We commit to educating each girl through post-secondary school so that she acquires the skills needed to enter the workforce in Kenya. The…"
Ruya Norton replied to Kearney M's discussion 'Addressing a touchy subject: FGM' in the group Maasai Girls Education Fund"Hi Kearney,
Thank you for sharing your story - what an amazing experience you must have had! It is always encouraging to hear about people like Francis, who advocate for safer traditions. FGM is a difficult practice and discussion because, as you…"
Amanda Miller replied to Ruya Norton's discussion 'Lydia's first day of school!' in the group Maasai Girls Education Fund"Her aunt, Lucy, told us that Lydia wakes her up each and every morning because she can't wait to be taken to school!"
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- At 8:14am on May 5, 2012, Diana Lucey said…
Hi:
I'm Diana, a 5fer intern, and am just dropping by to say "Thank you!" for being such a loyal and active 5fer. It is because of members like you that we have been able to give away seven (yes, seven!) $5000 grants to organizations working to make the world fair for girls and women - and we're only a few hundred dollars away from our eighth! We are so appreciative of the way you have put up with all our many growing pains and hope you keep on believing in our circle and the good we can do. Thanks again…
Diana
- At 6:40pm on April 15, 2012, 5 for Fairness said…
Hey Ruya,
Just a heads up that no one seems to be manning the MGEF Team page - there are a couple of questions that need answering. I sent a message via Twitter and left Amanda a comment here but haven't heard anything back. If you don't want to participate, I can easily take you off the site. But if you do want to participate - we start voting tomorrow, you need to have someone paying a little attention...Thanks! Anna
- At 9:28pm on February 6, 2012,
Genny L said… Hey Ruya,
As community cheerleader, I wanted to thank you for sharing your team on Facebook and Twitter. Great job supporting your team! Please encourage teammates to follow suit and share your page, too!
- At 8:50am on February 2, 2012,
Claire Charamnac said… Thanks for joining dear friend! And best of luck with the competition =)
- At 3:10pm on January 6, 2012,
Anna McDonnell said… Hi and welcome to 5 for Fairness! I'm Anna, the founder. In order to become a voting member of our giving circle and vote to help decide the winner of our next - and all future - grants, you will need to donate a minimum of $5 to our collective grant account. 100% of your donation goes directly to the grant account. You can donate via Paypal (they take all major credit cards) or the USPS still delivers to:
5 for Fairness
PO Box 491623
Los Angeles, CA 90049We'll be giving another grant away soon and look forward to your help deciding which nonprofit working to make the world fair for girls most deserves it. If you have any questions about how things work, please leave a comment on my page.
Again, welcome to the circle!
Anna
PS It sounds like MGEF might make a great 5 for Fairness Team. You'll just need to find a passionate volunteer to join and start it for you. If you'd like to discuss the idea, let me know!
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