Help us help others. Help us launch KIP Education & Prevention Programs!

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For the last twelve months, Karen Alexander and I have worked hard towards creating an independent organization called K.I.P. Education & Prevention Programs. K.I.P. stands for Knowledge Is Power

This organization is very dear to my heart. If we can launch it, we will be able to help many people  in my area (Winnipeg). But we will not do it alone. We will partner with established organizations to provide a series of all-inclusive programs (art, sports, nutrition, certification, employment preparation, etc.) that target the specific needs of at-risk youth ages 16 to 18

Unfortunately, we cannot start anything without the necessary funds. A few weeks ago, we launched an online fundraising campaign with IndieGogo: http://www.indiegogo.com/KIP-Education-Prevention-Programs.  The link contains more information about KIP, the fundraiser and what we plan to do with your money. We have until December 2 to collect the amount. 

With that being said, if you only have spare change, it's ok too! You can just send us a dollar or two at http://bit.ly/donate4kip. This is a Paypal link for ongoing donations. 

You can find us on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. We also have a website. And should you have any question, feel free to contact us at info@kip-programs.org.

Here is the second part of a video that was taken during our September 7 fundraiser in support of KIP. Karen explains what our plans for the new organization are.

If you like what you see, please donate a dollar or two at http://bit.ly/donate4kip. It will certainly go a (very) long way. To be kept in the loop regarding the advances of KIP, subscribe to our newsletter

Thank you for your help!

Cendrine Marrouat

http://www.cendrinemarrouat.com

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