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VERMONT HAITI PROJECT NEWS

FUND RAISING EVENTS

Friends of VHP Stage a Variety of Benefits

     In the wake of the deadly earthquake that struck Haiti on January 12, 2010, many individuals and groups have come forward to assist Vermont Haiti Project in it’s efforts to aid recovery and continue to support the organization’s programs.
     Below is a list of events* designed to raise money for Vermont Haiti Project.  We hope to see you there! (*by the time you read this, some of these events may have already taken place; however, we want to list all functions- past, present, and future- to show our appreciation)

February 1:
BISTRO SAUCE
Shelburne, VT

“HELP OUR NEIGHBORS HELP HAITI”

     Join us for Dinner and or Drinks between 5-8:30. The Bar will stay open until everyone goes home... Featuring Live Music by:  Lowell Thompson, Bill Mullins and BARBACOA
     Suggested donation for the music $5 (going to Vermont Haiti Project)... Dinner music from 6:30- 8:00pm... Rockin' out at 8:30pm... Silent Auction... Reservations suggested.
 ***cash and checks appreciated for this event**
CONTACT:  Bistro Sauce or Email John Hayden

UPDATE:  $3,000 raised!  Thank you!!!
 

February 2:
Stowe, VT

Pasta Supper and Raffle

     Sponsored by the 5th grade class at Stowe Elementary School.  This event will run from 5:00-7:00pm at the school.
CONTACT:  Email Lori Christie
 

February 6:
Nashville, TN

In support of Haiti

     Social gathering and VHP Fund raiser sponsored by the Owen School of Management at Vanderbilt University.
CONTACT:  Yuri at (206) 354-1965
 

February

”Pennies for Port au Prince”

     A coin collecting program instituted by the Richmond, VT school system; following the earthquake, the $4,026 collected was designated for Emergency relief and Vermont Haiti Project programs.

February 8-11:
Burlington, VT

Share the Love with the people of Haiti

Members of the Champlain College Staff Networking & Recreation Committee are selling scrumptious delights to raise money for the Vermont Haiti Project.  Pick up a chocolate rose, swirly heart lollipop, box of chocolates, strawberries & cream lollipop, or chocolate heart pop for your Valentine, friend, co-worker or yourself.  Prices range from $1 - $5.  Share the love!

Visit us Monday – Thursday (Feb. 8-11) from 11:30am – 1:30pm in the IDX Atrium OR visit the following locations all week long: CPS, Finance, Financial Aid/Student Accounts, Admissions, and the Mailroom.  Thanks to all our helping hands!

Contact:  Email Roland

March 11:
S. Burlington, VT

”VHP Fund Raiser”

     Being held at Higher Ground in South Burlington.  Live Music!  DETAILS HERE

Date TBA:
Burlington, VT

Five Mile Fun Run

     To be held at The University of Vermont. Details as they become available
CONTACT:  Email Luka Carfagna
 

March-April:
United States

“Ride For Haiti”

     One man’s grassroots campaign to raise awareness of, and support for relief efforts and ongoing missions in Haiti. (FULL STORY HERE)
     Cole Starkey will ride his bicycle, solo, 3000 miles in 30 days.
EVENT & CONTACT INFO:  www.rideforhaiti.org
 

April 12-16:
Burlington, VT

“International Week”

     The students of Burlington High School celebrated their international heritage with a variety of activities including a fund-raiser for VHP’s Bio-sand Water Filtration project.  At a school assembly held at week’s end, a check for $750 was presented to Vermont Haiti Project.

March - May

“Other Student Fund Raisers”

     With thanks to the students and communities of the following schools and organizations, who sponsored fund raising events in support of VHP:

  • Marcotte Central School 4th graders (Bake sale)
  • Champlain Valley Union High School
  • Folsom Elementary School (K-8) - “Port au Prince Penny Challenge”
  • Edmunds Middle School
  • Lyndon Town School Student Council
  • Boys and Girls Club of Burlington
     

If we neglected to list your fund raising event, or you would like to sponsor event, please feel free to CONTACT us.

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