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DAKTARI NEWSLETTERJANUARY/FEBRUARY EDITION
Written by Kirsten Shaw
THE GREAT FLOOD
On the night of the 14th January, the heavens opened up, and
Daktari received over 40 % of its annual rainfall in one night. The effects were brutal – the dam
overflowed, barring all exits from the farm.
Our dismay turned to excitement as Ian organized an expedition to
check the damage. Every dry river bed was now a roaring
water way, and earth became sticky mud. During the adventure
the Land Rover got stuck, and the volunteers took an
unexpected bush walk back to camp in the torrential rain. Yet spirits remained high, as we all
settled for warm, dry clothes and a cup of steaming tea.
My little baby is growing up fast! He was born by surprise just before
Christmas, and now is bouncing about mischievously. I feed him well, which
shows on his chubby face. Poncho and Nina love to play, and bounce around
Michele & Ian’s room most nights. When I go out to frolic, I park* Poncho
in a tree so he can practice his jumping. He will soon be independent!
PONCHO’S BOUNCE
* Scientific bush baby term.
Jan – Feb VolunteersIn a circle starting from the far left: Gillie, Kim,
Andy, Dave, Sue, Ollie – all from the UK and Laura from Scotland.
And …. Anne, Roland and Rodolphe from France; The Allais Family from New Zealand, Nick, Tom and Jessica from Australia; Sonia and Georges from the
US.
WE WON!!!
Last month, in the Christmas rush, Daktari was entered into a competition by Global Giving through Ford Focus.
We could potentially win 10 000 $ if a video made by a volunteer was chosen by Ford.
…We got THREE!We had 8 entries and 3 winners, therefore receiving 30 000 $ !!! Michele still can’t sleep!
We sat with our fingers and toes crossed throughout the holiday, hoping for a winner…
Thank you – Marine, Katie, Kirsten, Gina and Ingy who made videos
Congratulations
Natalie, Denise and
Tiffany!
CHILDREN AT DAKTARI
NEWS ON THABO
Many have been asking after Thabo, so lets start with fantastic
news –
Thabo passed his matric in December 2010, adding to a job at
the local restaurant he found through Michele and Ian.
It was a hard road through the adolescent period of Thabo’s life,
yet he has come out the other side, independent and ready to fly
the nest.
He is no longer a regular presence at Daktari, but Michele and Ian see him Saturdays in town, and wish him all the best, as his new adult
life commences.
Daktari’s iconic picture – Thabo
with Lily the Duiker
Thabo reading to Candy
Thabo – grown up
and Independent
THREE LITTLE PIGS
This month, my sisters and I have found a generous mother to sponsor
us : A January volunteer, Gillie Kenneally.
She fell in love with our mischievous yet delicate ways, and is happy to
step up and feed us every day. Thank you Gillie for your love and support!!!
Oh! You
caught me!
PLEASE SPONSOR US
Please sponsor Caline and her baby,
Halloween for R300 a month.
Thank you to Lara for being the
latest sponsor for Shiloweni – we still need a few more at R200 a
month.
Our new baby Poncho and our cheeky little Nina are also waiting
for a generous sponsor to donate R 200 a
month
Special Thanks to The Trust
OrganizationThe Trust has done a
tremendous fundraising event which brought R
25000 to Daktari. This fund has been used to build a leopard-viewing platform, Solar lights and there was
some left over to cover a bit of our running costs.
The Leopard-viewing platform has been finished last week for the enjoyment
of our children and volunteers.
We thank The Trust and their donors for their very
appreciated support.
GLOBALGIVING UK AND USA
CHALLENGESDaktari is excited to tell you about two fantastic opportunities to support conservation education of underprivileged children! We are looking forward to the first Global Giving’s campaign of the year, and invite you donate to Daktari with opportunity of gaining extra bonuses.
If you live in the UK:
From the 1st to the 14th of March 2011, we need to raise at least £500 from 25 donors to get an additional £500.Furthermore, Global Giving will give us an additional £250 if Daktari is one of the Top 10 recipients. All donations are also tax deductible for United Kingdom citizens.
Do not wait, donate now through www.globalgiving.co.uk
If you live in the USA or anywhere else in the world:
On March the 16th 2011, GlobalGiving will match at 30% all online donations. Help us to reach our goal of $ 2000 for our first campaign of the year. All donations are also tax deductible for American citizens.
Set your alarm clock for the 16th of March and donate through www.globalgiving.org
WAYS TO DONATE
Bank: First National Bank, Hoedspruit, South Africa
Swift number: FIRN ZA JJ
Branch Number: 270652
Account Number: Cheque Account (Non-Profit)
62044965129
Name: Daktari Wildlife Orphanage, South Africa
Global Giving UK to sponsor the whole
Daktari project
- AND THROUGH OUR PAYPAL ACCOUNT -
- DIRECTLY TO OUR BANK ACCOUNT -
Global Giving USA to sponsor the whole
Daktari project
All donations made through Global Giving are tax deductible in the UK
and the US
You can sponsor us through Greater
Good SA and it is Tax Deductible
Donate through The Trust- our South African partner
We would like to Thank You all for
your ongoing support in 2011