Share Lent 2010

Lent has arrived, and with it, the opportunity to See your gift grow in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East!   

D&P launched its Share Lent campaign this week, with the goal of raising $10,000,000 to help support the work of our amazing partners in the Global South.

We’re spreading the word about partners like the Interchurch Justice and Peace Commission in Colombia; Cinderlas Institute for Rural Development in Indonesia; and the Papaye Peasants’ Movement in Haiti.  You’ll find all kinds of resources to help share their stories here.  

D&P Makes a Difference Week , from March 14 to 20, would be a great time to make some noise about them!

There are lots of ways to show solidarity and to work for justice and peace – fundraising is one of them.  Right now at D&P, we’re seeing the results of incredible, creative fundraising in schools across Canada for the people of Haiti.   When the earthquake struck, D&P sent $50,000 right away, money that was raised during previous Share Lent campaigns because 10% of every Share Lent collection goes to emergency relief.  When you raise money for Share Lent this year, you’ll be helping communities to develop in a just, sustainable way.   That’s their best protection from the effects of natural disasters.   

We thank you for your solidarity.  It will change the world!

Siobhan Rowan
Education Program Coordinator