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A free library and reading room for the Harmony health centre yard: help our neighbors in Irapuato

Volunteers in Irapuato are raising $1,250 for a free library and reading room at the Harmony health centre yard.

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Irene D. Paredes
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Irapuato
For twelve years the neighborhood has asked for a free library and reading room. This year a group of 24 volunteers, including the neighborhood football club, decided to stop waiting. The council has given permission for the Harmony health centre yard, but no funding. We have received donated a pump, and the remaining cost is $1,250. It will serve about 156 people, including young people who have nowhere safe to play. We'll hold a build day in August and everyone is invited. We're a small team, and every dollar will be spent in the open - I'll post receipts and progress photos. All purchases will be made by two volunteers and logged publicly. Surplus funds will go to maintenance. Where the $1,250 goes: • Safety equipment and signage: $35 • Tools hire and delivery: $75 • Materials: $1,140 Glad we found this place. - Irene

Updates from Irene

  1. Quick update: $182 raised so far (15%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  • Nyambura Sarah Mrema 🇰🇪 · $25

    “Thought of Irene all day after reading this. - Nairobi”

  • Diego R. Paredes 🇪🇸 · $30
  • Anonymous 🇮🇳 · $200
  • Sumaiya Moumita Biswas 🇧🇩 · $20
  • Chidinma Funmilayo Yusuf 🇳🇬 · $20

    “Wish I could do more. Thought of Irene all day after reading this. - Lagos”

  • Frank C. Padilla 🇺🇸 · $10
  • Sameer Doshi 🇮🇳 · $15

    “Hope this helps. My sister told me about this one. - Aurangabad”

  • Rudi Lestari 🇮🇩 · $137

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2.9(8 reviews)

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  • Galih Rizky Tampubolon🇮🇩Verified donor
    Outstanding person

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

  • Rizky Galih Yuliani🇮🇩Verified helper
    Genuine person with a big heart

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

  • Yasir Hussein Wahba🇪🇬Verified helper
    Trustworthy helper

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

  • Eileen C. Kenny🇮🇪Verified helper
    Great help in a difficult time

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

  • Bình Nam Chau🇻🇳Verified donor
    Really cared about my situation

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

  • Yusuke Tomoya Yamashita🇯🇵Verified helper
    Great help in a difficult time

    I was skeptical at first, but this person proved to be reliable and genuinely interested in helping. Their response time was incredible and their solutions were practical.

  • Katerina Sofia Pappas🇬🇷Verified helper
    Practical and effective help

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Matthew A. Sullivan🇺🇸Verified donor
    Trustworthy helper

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

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  • Can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Irapuato!

    • Irene D. ParedesOwnerAnswer

      Thank you. If you're in Irapuato I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. It helps to be asked.

  • Hope the build day goes well, wish I lived closer. Greetings from Alcalá de Henares.

    • Praying for you, Irene. Shared this with my family. My sister had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Take care.

      • Great idea, hope you get there. Thinking of Irapuato.

        • Sending good thoughts. Hope this works out for you. Don't be hard on yourself for asking.

          • You're not alone. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. It's not much but it's yours. Thinking of Irapuato.

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