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FAQ

1. Where is the organization based?
The organization is based in Victoria BC, with members from across Western Canada.

2. How many people are actually involved in the day to day work of the society?
There are currently seven directors and 42 ordinary members.

3. Does the society plan to be involved in other African countries and elsewhere?
Yes, but our initial projects are focused on Tanzania - partly because of Government stability and our previous experience there.

4. Can I email my own questions directly?
Yes, please click the contact feature on our webpages and you will be taken directly to the email page.

5. Will I receive a charitable receipt for my donation?
YES – FOR THE LOVE OF AFRICA SOCIETY is a registered charity and is therefore able to provide you with a charitable receipt for income tax purposes. Due to the fact that all our members are volunteers we do not issue receipts for donations less than $20. (Donations may be made online through Canada Helps who will issue a receipt for any amount).

6. What percentage of my donation goes directly to the development project?
We are operating on a basis of 95% of all Direct Donations to FTLOA going to the project under way.

7. What types of volunteer activities are available?
You are able to assist us in various ways:
a) By letting friends and family know about the society and requesting they become donors.
b) By assisting with donations to fundraising
c) By helping to gather school or medical supplies for shipment to the projects
d) By sharing your own past experiences of aid or mission trips
e) By helping us translate documents from English to Swahili and vice versa
f) By sharing fundraising ideas which have worked for you in the past!

8. How do I volunteer?
Please call us at 250.891.0762 or send us an email if you wish to help in any way. We shall be pleased to connect with you. Alternatively you may send a letter by mail to 813 Claremont Ave., Victoria, B.C. V8Y 1J9

Projects

Galilaya Orphan Centre

Nkuhungu Community Medical Dispensary

Kizota Student Centre
& Teacher Training

For information on past, present and future projects - click here!

Upcoming Events

Water Garden Tour 2010 has concluded...

Click here to see the photos

YOU CAN HELP

- by direct donations, becoming monthly donors, or by e-mailing your friends and family about our projects and requesting their support.
- by supporting and/or volunteering at our events,
- by inviting friends and family to our events
- by translating to Swahili
- by sharing your fundraising ideas

Email if you can help