“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.”
― Mahatma Gandhi
The festive period is a time for giving. As we approach this special time of the year, we’re reminded that Christmas provides us with the perfect opportunity to help those less fortunate than ourselves.
This year marks 25 years since ACT was formed. To celebrate this milestone, we would like to support 250 additional children from across the 8 countries where we work in Africa. This works out as ten (10) new children supported for each year since ACT was formed. To achieve this goal, we will need help from our amazing supporters. That is why we are appeal to you all for your support. Your help, whether big or small, could make all the difference in changing the lives of some of the most disadvantaged people in the world. What a wonderful Christmas present that you would be giving to a disadvantaged fatherless child or orphan in Africa.
Taking part is important and here are 5 ways you can get involved today:
Donate
Our donors have been transforming lives for over 25 years. For just £15 a month you can support a disadvantaged child and give them the opportunity of an education, helping them to reach their potential build a better future for themselves and their family. ACT guarantees to sustain the support for every child we take on from primary school right up to university or other tertiary level. We will send you updates on the child’s progress, so that you can see the impact you are having on their lives.
You can make a regular monthly donation to support a child for whichever period of time you choose. Alternatively, you can make a one-off donation as and when you wish. Even just a small act of kindness can make a huge difference. To donate, click here.
Event Fundraising
Another way to support ACT is through fundraising for us! This could mean participating in one of our annual fundraising events such as the Dragon Boat Race or Annual Golf Day, or even completing your own separate challenge, whether that be a fun-run or a cake sale. The options are endless! If you are interested in fundraising in support of ACT please do not hesitate to contact us, it would make all the difference to the most disadvantaged children and orphans or their widowed mother or grandmother, aunt or relative that cares for them children.
Give As You Live
Planning your Christmas shopping online?
Give as you live offers an alternative way to support ACT without costing you a penny. When making a purchase from a retailer partnered with Give As You Live a donation will be made to ACT at no cost to you.
Give As You Live is partnered with some of the biggest retailers in the world including John Lewis, Fortnum & Masons, Sainsbury’s and Asda to name but a few. You could make a huge difference and help us to support 250 additional children in the coming year.
Social Media
Social media is one the most important ways in which we raise awareness about the work we are doing to help disadvantaged children and widows. We are active on Instagram, X (formerly known as Twitter), Facebook and LinkedIn. Any engagements on these sites will be appreciated immensely, whether it be a ‘Like, Comment, Follow, or Share’, you can help to raise the ACT profile and attract more people to support us. Help us extend the ACT family and reach out to other like-minded people!
Volunteering
You can help to make a difference by volunteering your time. We are always pleased to hear from talented, skilled people who share our passion and would like to be part of our team.
Volunteering at ACT is not only valuable experience for those looking to work in the charity and development sectors, but you can also volunteer by using your skill and knowledge to support our work remotely and at your convenience. From admin roles to social media communications, creative design, video making and much more, there is always something for everyone who wants to help. To find out more about volunteering with ACT click here.
Thank you once again for your support for ACT, we couldn’t have reached this far or reach so many thousands of disadvantaged children, orphans and widows in 8 countries of Africa without you and all our amazing supporters.
Thank you and please help us to support 250 new disadvantaged children in need the coming year. Thank you!