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Project by
Project Southern California
NEWSLETTER |
Jan/Feb
2005 |
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| I. Message from Wendy Lin, 2005 President
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Dear
PbP friends and supporters,
Just
days into the New Year, recent events
have stirred the air worldwide with
an urgent call to philanthropy. Project
by Project shares in this spirit both
globally and locally as we continue
our fundraising drive for the Asian
Tsunami disaster relief and as we
embark on our 2005 partnership with
a new community organization in need
of assistance. Volunteerism, fundraising,
and public awareness make the core of
Project by Project, and this year marks
a fresh opportunity to get involved
in community service activities and
events that can truly make a lasting
impact here in Southern California.
Whether you are inspired by the universal
spirit of generosity or just have a
desire to do good, I invite you to contribute
your time and resources to support Project
by Project and our 2005 partner this
upcoming year.
Cheers,
Wendy
Lin
2005 President
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II. Recent Events - CSCYP Holiday Party -
Thanks to all our dedicated volunteers!
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The
holidays are a time of giving and sharing and
PbP volunteers continued this tradition last
December. PbP continues to uphold our commitment
to our past partners. The Chinatown Service
Center Youth Program (CSCYP) was no exception.
PbP demonstrated this by supporting their 2002
partner's annual Holiday Party in efforts to
find toy/supply donations for their middle school
and high school youth.
The
CSCYP Holiday Party turnout was amazing with
over 100 children participating in musical chairs,
a Santa decorating contest, arts & crafts,
and a small theatrical play while feasting on
SPAM sushi and assorted Chinese dishes. The
CSC staff reported that children loved the event
and will remember the musical chair duels between
many of their friends for years to come. Thank
you to all the dedicated volunteers who helped
make this a memorable occasion for all involved.
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III. Announcing Our New Partner
for 2005! |
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J. Maillard, International Labour
Organization
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PbP
Southern California is excited to announce the Coalition
to Abolish Slavery and Trafficking (CAST) of
Los Angeles as our new partner for 2005.
Owing to the El Monte sweatshop case in Los Angeles
County, CAST was established in 1998 to assist survivors
of human trafficking and raise awareness of trafficking
issues in the region. To expand its mission, CAST has
built its first shelter dedicated to providing clients
with training and workshops to help them become self-sufficient
and independent individuals.
Theres a role for every
person interested in volunteering for CAST. Volunteers
are needed for the following areas:
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CAST
shelter program
Job training & Professional
development
Life skills workshops
Therapeutic workshops
Development of marketing materials
Web design
Legal expertise
Language translation for brochures
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Grant writing
Fundraisers
Solicitation for corporate &
individual sponsorships
Donation drives
Public education campaigns
Community outreach
Medical assistance
(in-kind legal, mental, & dental services)
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A background check and confidentiality/safety training
would be required for volunteers who are interested
in helping clients directly at the shelter. Please contact
Namju Cho, Communications and Policy Director @ 213-385-5584
ext 25 or email namju@castla.org
with any questions or for more information.
For additional information about volunteering with
PbP and CAST, please contact Ngoc Nguyen at ngoc.nguyen@projectbyproject.org.
Additional information about CAST can be found online
at www.castla.org.
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IV. Asian Tsunami Disaster - Donate Now |
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Project
by Project is joining the worldwide call for
relief assistance for the Asian earthquake-tsunami
disaster that occurred on Sunday, December 26th,
2004. Our community has been the most heavily
affected by this tragedy and all of us at Project
by Project extend our sincerest condolences
to those affected by this event. Project by
Project is currently accepting donations. 100%
of the proceeds collected by this drive will
be donated to major relief funds that have consistently
and effectively provided services to those in
need. These relief funds will be reviewed and
selected by our national board. Please make
your donation now: http://www.projectbyproject.org/donate_tsunami.asp
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Community Event: APEX
Mentorship Program Application Due
January 15th, 2005
APEX AMP matches young professionals and college
students with experienced professionals based on career interests
http://www.apex.org/amp
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ABOUT PROJECT BY PROJECT
PROJECT BY PROJECT is a national volunteer organization
of social entrepreneurs that serves Asian American non-profits
in need by raising public awareness, volunteerism, and capital.
For more information about Project by Project, visit www.projectbyproject.org
or email info.sc@projectbyproject.org
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