......it is adolescent girls who will have the greatest capacity to reinvest in their families, communities, and societies. Countries that take action to ensure the health, education, and empowerment of girls can look forward to healthy and productive families, communities, and societies..... Social investment in this group protects investments made in childhood, facilitates productivity and economic growth, and safeguards the health of the future adult population. " (Empowerment of Adolescent Girls, PAHO 2010)
We receive support for Free2b Girls from local businesses when they are inspired by what we do. We apply for small grants when they are relevant to what we do. We fundraise, we crowdfund, we accept donations when they come. Often councils come on board, sometimes banks or individuals. Neighbourhood and Community Houses are always fantastic supports. Sometimes we don't know if we'll have enough But we always survive Because we're creative, resourceful and passionate about caring for the future And motivated by the girls who come to our groups each week... |