The Land of Living Stones

Everyone hates fundraising. Even if it is a way to learn patience in trusting God and a means to involve many people in my endeavor, it is still difficult to keep asking for money from people I know and love who have very little themselves.  Money is not a polite thing to talk about. Being in need is not a great place, though it’s a humbling place. I imagine, though, that if I had all the necessary funds from the beginning that I would not be so passionate in telling others why I find this program so meaningful that I am willing to fundraise .

So, one month until orientation and I am still looking to raise about $3000. I am very grateful to have raised $1400 in support thus far and I am hopeful that the rest will come soon. If you can help, please go to http://www.mcc.org/donate/donate.html You should designate your gift to “Other” and put this wording in the box that pops up: “SALT Support for Kimberly MacVaugh603867″ Thanks so much for your support!

Two months from today, on August 17th, I will be in Jerusalem, starting my in-country orientation with MCC. Now that I am at home with my family, the days seem to be flying by. In the meantime, I hope to study some Arabic, read about fifty books, say goodbye to all my friends, pack everything I’ll need, and raise $4000. Talk about ambitious!

Setting my affairs in order will be difficult, but I am fortunate to live in the age of the internet! If you have a moment, please pray for the following:
*That my medical exams and paperwork will go smoothly
*That I can study and retain some Arabic skills
*That people will feel called to donate towards my trip
*That all that needs to be accomplished will be

I need to raise $4300 for my trip! Here’s how you can help:

MCC prefers to receive donations online towards my contribution amount. Contributions may be made in either US or Canada $ and will be credited to my support as long as the donor uses the designation “Other” and adds the following wording “SALT support for Kimberly MacVaugh 603867″ in the relevant box.Go to  http://www.mcc.org/donate/donate.html  to read information about receipts and security, then click on Donate Online and follow the directions.

MCC is also able to receive US$ donations by check:Contributors should make checks out to MCC, with ” SALT – Kimberly MacVaugh” clearly stated on the memo line and send them to MCC in Akron, Pa. with an accompanying donation form. If you send me an email to kmacvaugh@gmail.com I can either e-mail or snail mail you a copy of this form. It must be attached, and it must be GREEN!

Donations to the SALT program are tax deductible. If you would like to give any money for my personal use while I am overseas, just write “For the PDA of Kimberly MacVaugh” either in the online box or in the memo line of the check with the attached form. Unfortunately, those funds are not tax deductible.