Our last tour to Rwanda was in 2007. Though I have been back multiply times since then, on August 24th six Americans will be joining fellow board member Sara Oberdorf and me in Kigali as we begin a tour of this amazing country and our programs. When I posted the trip over two months ago […]
CONTINUE READING →I recently had the honor of speaking at the Rwandan Celebration in Portland Oregon at the Rwandan Genocide Remembrance Day at Lewis & Clark College. The Pacific Northwest Rwanda Association sponoroed this important event. Second Counselor Andrew Tusabe from the Rwandan Embassy in Washington DC was one of the speakers who talked about the challenges […]
CONTINUE READING →Rwanda is unlike many African countries. One of the ways they distinguish themselves is with their plan to transform the country by the year 2020. This aggressive goal is not just a good idea: it is the compass by which the country and its leaders are charting their course. In the conclusion of the document […]
CONTINUE READING →Dear Friends of Itafari Foundation, Whatever memories you choose to create during the holidays, consider making a special gift to the Itafari Foundation. In Rwanda we are having a Christmas party for 211 children. Not all are sponsored yet, ($25/month), but all are welcome to attend a party at year’s end. This party will […]
CONTINUE READING →1st Public Event in 2009! Many of you know that opportunities to buy our baskets usually only happen at our Pay-It-Forward Events. We have an agreement with Gahaya Links not to sell our baskets online so that Macy’s, who does an incredible job supporting the thousands of women, can take the opportunity for sales on […]
CONTINUE READING →There is never a better time to make a difference than now. While times are difficult one constant remains: making a difference in the life of a child never ceases to be important. Many of you have purchased goats and bricks online as gifts. We send you or your loved one a beautiful certificate for […]
CONTINUE READING →Rwanda – Return to Peace World Forestry Center 4033 SW Canyon Rd Portland OR 97221 May 26th to September 1st Artist Reception June 19th, 5:30 – 8:00 pm Wine and appetizers served An exhibit of photographs will be on display this summer, showing the recovery of the African country of Rwanda from the 1994 genocide, […]
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