Among other things, they clean up local markets to set an example to their seniors; they plant flowers and trees; they clean water sources for the benefit of their villages; they help the elderly. Many of them are learning about vegetable gardening and are able to show family and neighbours how to work in a more efficient way. We have been amazed to see how much their elders are prepared to listen and to learn from these young enthusiasts!
Helping people to help themselves
It is not our intention to keep things going indefinitely with our donations. The aim is to help the groups to become self-sufficient. As well as gardening, their leaders are teaching them other skills such as tailoring, woodworking, brick-making and traditional basket-making.
If we can raise enough money in 2005, we want to finance the formation of three poultry projects. The children will help in the construction of the units and learn about the care of the birds. The money they raise from the sale of eggs will keep the project running.
The skills that these children learn are so important. Most of them will not have the chance to go on to secondary schools. At a young age, they will have to learn to fend for themselves.
Are you prepared to help us to make a difference in their lives? We promise that every £ donated, every euro that we receive, will go straight to where it is needed. We make NO DEDUCTIONS to cover our costs. We meet them ourselves.
If you think you can help please contact us: Jeanette & Keith Mills
Address: Les Quatre Oiseaux, 16 rue du Bas, 76780 St Lucien, France
Tel: (00 33) 2 35 90 51 95 Email: 4.oiseaux@wanadoo.fr