Rotary Fund to Fight Faine in Africa

Posted by Mac Whyte

on Oct 1, 2011

In response to the humanitarian crisis which hit parts of Ethiopia, Kenya and Somalia, the Foundation has established the Rotary Fund to Fight Famine and relief to refugees in the Horn of Africa, through which finance reconstruction projects in the affected areas.

The Horn of Africa is experiencing its worst drought in six decades, which has caused a severe famine in parts of Somalia and triggered the displacement of hundreds of thousands of residents to Ethiopia and Kenya for assistance. The victims number more than 10 million in the drought-stricken countries, of which 3.7 million are in danger of starvation.

Cash contributions to the Rotary Fund to Fight Famine and relief to refugees in the Horn of Africa will be recognized for Paul Harris Fellow recognition - Extraordinary Giving. Although donations are credited to the contribution goals set by clubs and districts, the donations will not count toward the goals of the Annual Fund Programs.

Inquiries about contributions should be sent by email (contact.center @ rotary.org) Contact Centre or by phone at +1 866 976 8279.

For more information, contact Jennifer Kordell (jennifer.kordell @ rotary.org) at +1 847 866 3104.

It is hoped that your Club will make a decision to support this project.

Mr. Manuel Nandayapa Garcia.
Govt. RI Dist 4150.