In Partnership With: The El Shaddai Charitable Trust
Proposed Project Dates
2nd to 16th September 2017
About The Mission
The El Shaddai Charitable Trust is a registered, non-profit Charity, implementing the Child Rights Act for orphans, street children and children coming from economically desperate conditions; cared and provided with food, clothing, shelter and education. They have residential Homes, Day Care Centres, Community Centres, plus Cottages for the older children. They have Meals on Wheels, free food distribution programme and ‘takeaway’ packets are provided for around 275 poor & needy children & adults living on the streets. They have 39 slum schools and slum outreach programme which provide educational facilities and Community health camps. In addition, they currently support more than 3500 children in India through various projects. They want to reach out to as many children as possible with the love of God. They are accredited by Credibility Alliance and Platinum Certified by Guide star India for highest level of transparency and accountability.
About The Work
LIFT sent teams to El Shaddai in 2013 and 2014 and they carried out much needed maintenance work. Our 2017 team will carry out maintenance to the six children's residential homes based in Goa. The maintenance will include external painting, plumbing, carpentry, electrical and masonry work.
Skills Required
Joiners, Electricians, Plumbers, Painters and Handy Enthusiasts
Team Size
8 Volunteers Required
Donation
To make ths project viable we are asking for a donation of approx. £1,200.00