After the september presentation we have discussed different ways how to help PDH and the people of Togo further. We now have an organization called "Tales of Togo" and "Project Echelle", which is part of Tales of Togo, will raise funds to support different programs via PDH in Togo.
Early next year we will start the process of applying for a non-profit status in the USA.
As a start we have decided to be at two different Christmas Fairs in December. On Saturday December 6th we will have a stand at the Holiday Craft Fair at Rolling Ridge Retreat and Conference Center in North Andover. On Sunday December 7 we will be at the Alternative Christmas Fair in the Hancock Church in Lexington. At both Fairs we will sell illuminated glass blocks and picture perfect cards to generate funds. In addition our neighbors, Elif and Yonet, have teamed up with us to sell beautiful Ebru, or paper marble, an old Ottoman tradition stemming back from the 15th century. Ebru will be sold framed and as beautiful postcards.
All proceeds of the Fairs are going towards Project Echelle to support the projects via PDH.
We have also ordered handbags, placemats and napkins made by the people in Togo. The fabric is very vibrant and typical Togolese and I am very much looking forward to receiving the first shipment. Unfortunately it takes very long for it to arrive and I hope it will come in time for the Holiday Fairs.
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