Cedar Trust is in the process of raising funds for a number of projects that are under way.
S'haileh
village in Kesrwen in the site of this large project being financed
purely through private donations. Lebanese construction workers
and engineers are donating their time and skills but more money is
needed to complete the project. Financial
Needs: US$ 50,000. Status: US$ 3,570 raised. Tree Planting and Reforestation A number
of areas
and villages have been identified that were completely depleted of
vegetation
during the war and are suffering from serious erosion. Cedar
Trust
will be helping these areas through planting trees that are native to
the
locality. Also income generating trees such as olive and fruit trees
will
be provided to the poorest villagers and small farmers in these areas. Financial
Needs: US$ 17,000 for 4.250 trees. Status: US$ 2,900 raised. Financial Needs: US$ 31,500 for 7,500 trees. Status: Completed. The Convent of St. Joseph in Grabta This convent was the home of the Saint Rafqa al-Rayes, a saint of Lebanon, and is now her resting place. The convent is in urgent need of major refurbishment and renovation. Financial Needs: US$ 45,000 for refurbishment. Status: Completed. Computer Equipment and Training A number
of schools
have no computer facilities and Cedar Trust will be providing computer
equipment for a number schools in villages across Lebanon. Financial
Needs: US$ 12,000 for 15 computers. Status: US$ 1,250 raised. Financial
Needs:
US$ 17,900 for 20 computers. Status: Completed. |