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QUESTION |
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How many organisations are helped annually through the Community Chest? |
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ANSWER |
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We currently assist 52 charities in Pietermaritzburg. They receive their annual grants in 12 equal monthly instalments, thereby assisting their cash flows.
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QUESTION |
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How much money does the Chest need each year? |
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It is difficult to estimate the needs of Welfare, the need grows steadily. Our current Allocation Budget is R1,934,000.00 - we could do with much more, and must grow in the years ahead!
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QUESTION |
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How are the funds raised? |
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ANSWER |
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We raise funds in the following way: |
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* Workplace Giving |
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* Corporate Donations |
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* Individual & Private Donations |
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* Donation from Trusts |
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* Bequests |
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* Organisation of Events |
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* Grant-in-Aid from The Msunduzi Municipality
FUNRAISING ANALYSIS 2007/2008
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QUESTION |
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How much of my donations goes towards administration and running costs? |
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ANSWER |
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Not one single cent. Your contribution is used in full to help those in need. Administration and running costs are completely covered by income earned from our Endowment Fund.
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QUESTION |
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What fields of service does Community Chest cover? |
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ANSWER |
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Funds are allocated in the following areas:
- General Child and Family Welfare
- Care of the Disabled
- Elderly Care and Care of the Homeless
- Community Services/ Poverty Alleviation/HIV & Aids
- Crime Prevention
- Substance Abuse
- Education - Learners with Special Needs
- Health Care Support Services
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