Education for Chinese Orphans - EChO
December  2009
EChO Newsletter

In This Issue
School Is In Session
Planning for Chinese New Year
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Dear Friend,
As we move nearer to the end of the calendar year 2009, we look back on what has been an exciting year in the journey of EChO.  We have moved from vision to reality in providing for the education of special needs students in an orphanage in China.  As we look ahead, we believe much more is in store for orphans in China as a result of this good work.  Your support has been, and will be, critical as we move forward on the behalf of those often left behind.

Robert Tadjiki

 
School is in Session: 
Kaifeng Orphanage School Opens
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EChO's partner orphanage in Kaifeng is the site of the first EChO funded school for special needs children in China.  School has been in session for several weeks in the Kaifeng School.

Thirty-one orphans are now enrolled and receiving and education they otherwise would not have had access to.  These students are receiving education that is aimed at improving their skills and development. 

EChO provided funding for teachers, equipment and other basic needs for the educational program for these precious students.  To see EChO's vision taking shape and a school opening, is truly amazing. 

Chinese New Year Celebration Fundraiser:
New Year Party With a Purpose
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Mark your calendars.  February 20 is the date for the EChO Chinese New Year event.  This year's event will be held at the Boys and Girls Club in downtown Bend, Oregon.  The event will feature art work created by Chinese orphans, cultural crafts for kids, food, beverages, live music and more.  This event is becoming a signature fundraiser for EChO.  It is a showcase of the vision, work and children whose lives are changed through education that EChO provides. 

Please consider joining us for an evening of fun as we ring in the Chinese New Year with a party that truly does have a lasting purpose.  We are currently looking for event volunteers who can assist in the planning and logistics with this New Year event.  Contact EChO if you would like to know more about how you can help.
 
Pictured are more students in the Kaifeng School and one of their teachers whose salary is funded by EChO.  Help us bring education to these children, and change their lives forever.

EChO is making a difference in the lives of Chinese orphans.  Please consider a monthly gift of $25.00 or more.  These monthly gifts are particularly useful as EChO's most immediate need is for the funding to pay the salary of two more teachers in the school in Kaifeng in addition to the two teachers already being funded through EChO.  Your gift is tax deductible, and will help us provide education to those who would otherwise go without.
 
Sincerely,
 


Robert Tadjiki
Education for Chinese Orphans - EChO