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www.cararoofoundation.com.au Contact Maurie at: [email protected] Ph: +61 2 4390 4298
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Newsletter Newsletter Newsletter --- June 2014June 2014June 2014--- Edition 15Edition 15Edition 15
Rotary International Convention
Cararoo Stand Sydney Convention Centre, May 31st -June 4th
Many months of planning and hard work culminated in the Cararoo Foundation
being proudly represented in the hall of Friendship at the recent Rotary
International Convention.
Situated in a very favourable position, the Cararoo stand attracted hundreds of
interested convention goers, who stopped to enquire about the excellent work
being done to provide a brighter future through education to children living in
poverty. The Rotary Club Northlakes Toukley Mini Banner also proved to be a
winner & thanks to all the Rotarians who helped with stand duty.
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Our New Image Preparing for the convention gave COO Maurie Schokman the opportunity to
update and rebadge the image of Cararoo. With the generous support of Lyn
Thompson, Suzy Allport and their talented graphic designer Lucas Hoete from LBH
Promotions, the cleverly designed banners, brochures and business cards ensured
Cararoo attracted plenty of attention through its strategic, professional displays.
Not to mention the huge magnum of wine being raffled. This was won by Leticia
Mira-Doll from READ (Respect, Encourage, Adventure, Discipline - a reading
program initiative from the Philippines.)
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Rotary Club Northlakes Toukley
Support The Cararoo Foundation gratefully acknowledges the
support of the Rotary Club Northlakes Toukley, for both
sponsoring the stand, and for the individuals who gave their
time to assist Maurie in promoting the work every day
throughout the course of the conference.
Missing picture of Annette D’Adam who also helped on stand
Welcome Guest—all the way from the Philippines
Claire Atkins, daughter of the late Alan Atkins who helped establish Cararoo , was able to join us for a short time. Seen here with Rotary Club Northlakes Toukley president Gloria O’Dowd, Claire established the Foundation’s remedial reading program before leaving to come to Australia to further her studies.
Ken Smith Graeme Davies, Justin Dover
Gloria O’Dowd Peter McCloskey
Maurie Schokman Bruce and Lorelle Thompson
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RAWCS
Rotary Australia World Community Service
(RAWCS) assists Australian Rotary Clubs
develop and manage world community
projects. Through the philanthropic
generosity of the Pink Umbrella Foundation,
10 grants to the value of $2,000 each were
made available for those Rotary clubs
globally supporting one of the 6 areas of
focus. There were over 200 entries.
RAWCS assistance to the Cararoo
Foundation is invaluable .
Bruce Thompson and Miriam Jacka (RAWCS)
CONSUL GENERAL SUPPORTS CARAROO
A welcome visitor to the stand was Philippines Consul General,
Anne Jalando-on Louis, who has given strong support since
becoming aware of our organisation. Her willingness to help further
our connections to Filipino groups in Australia give us great hope
that we might be able to develop more links with people who may
partner with us in our mission.
Maurie Schokman, Gloria O’Dowd, Consul General Anne Jalando-on Louis,
Chairperson Elaine Lytle, Village Aide Program
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CONNECTIONS The many contacts made during the conference will be followed up in the near
future. Clubs and individuals from all over the world expressed a genuine
interest in supporting the work of the Cararoo Foundation, either as part of
their Club’s International Project or on an individual basis. Exchanging Rotary
mini club banners is a great way to make friendly contact. It’s a long standing
tradition that really is held in high regard around the world.
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REFLECTIONS Whilst it was hard work in some ways, the rewards made it all worthwhile. The energy created by being
surrounded by like-minded people, all wanting to make a difference, was uplifting and humbling. The sharing of
ideas and the encouragement given to each other confirmed the world is made up of wonderful people.
The colourful costumes, lively music and general goodwill was a real antidote to the often negative views
presented to us on a daily basis about our world.
Wonderful memories!
A taste of what’s to come! These
lively Brazilian dancers were
promoting the next Rotary
International Convention, to be
held in Sao Paulo, in 2015
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A SPECIAL MOMENT & THANKYOU FROM
CARAROO COO MAURIE SCHOKMAN Since starting the original annual feeding program in Merville, Paranaque back in 1998 with a group of Australian
business colleagues , and then establishing the Cararoo Foundation for EDUCATION back in 2006, I need to thank
many people for the help they have given me in getting the Foundation to a point where we are proud to take a
stand at a prestigious event like the Rotary International Convention and have many wonderful people from all
over the world visit and have a chat about how we got started “can you come to our country and help us establish
such a program” “you must be proud of what has been achieved” etc.
None of this would have been possible without our great sponsors, supporters, Rotary Club Northlakes Toukley,
RAWCS and not forgetting our Corporate friends.
The Convention also had a very SPECIAL moment for me. Back in 2005 when I decided to establish a Foundation
that focused on EDUCATION I had no idea what shape this enterprise would take. After approaching many
Australian organisations I found RAWCS, who happen to be in Parramatta, just a few streets from my office. I
called the office and spoke with Warren Bond from the Rotary Club of Padstow about my project, we met
discussed the project in more detail with others from Padstow and on a trip to the Philippines for another project
Warren and Trevor Withnall visited our project and on returning agreed and proceeded and helped in establishing
our RAWCS registration. This was really the turning point in our project. Trevor was also the first person to
donation into our RAWCS account, making a sizable donation which allowed us to start funding some of the start-
up cost.
So it was a wonderful experience to catch-up with Trevor at the Convention. Thanks Trevor for helping us get
started.
A Special Moment!
CARAROO KEY PEOPLE
Chair Person Cynthia Tinitigan
COO / Treasurer Maurie Schokman
Company Secretary
Maverick Evangelista
Legal Philip Nazareno
Board Jaime Gonzales
Board Mariano Lee
Board Sponsorship Manager
Arlene Trinkler
Admin Australia Lorelle Thompson
WEB SITE
www.cararoofoundation.com.au
Cararoo Foundation
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ON-LINE DONATION OPTION
NO MATTER HOW BIG OR SMALL
EVERY $$$ WILL BE PUT TO GOOD USE
ON-LINE CREDIT CARD PAYMENT PROCEDURE
These are the steps for on-line payments via RAWCS.
You need to remember Cararoo is Project 029 Registered 2005-06
http://rawcs.com.au/
Click Donate on the Main Menu Bar
Enter Project Number 029
Year Registered select 2005-06
Click Find this Project
A line with Project Number – Year / Project Name / Description will come up and on the far RIGHT click the button Donate Now
New Screen requesting Receipt & Credit Card details
You can also make a Direct Credit payment from your Bank Account, this will take a couple of days to complete.
MANY THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT