Last week Ruby Studio launched a sarong drive for internally displaced people (IDP) in the North East of Sri Lanka under the banner - Send in the Versatile Sarong! The drive had limited success. We had a target of 10,000 sarongs but we collected just over 200! We thank all those who donated this versatile garment. We have subsequently involved schools and churches in the drive and this should increase the number of sarongs to be donated... having said that... we appeal once again to those who read these emails, forward them on, but do nothing more... we appeal to you to make May 2009, the sarong month!
What you can do this May:
- Set up a collection box/bin in your office for all of May to collect either new or freshly laundered sarongs (in good condition)
- Set up a 'Sarong Pool' to collect money for sarongs that can either be purchased by you or funds can be donated to Ruby Studio for purchasing sarongs.
- Speak with your neighbours, friends and family over dinner, a coffee, or a cold beer. Its just a sarong. It can cost less than Rs.200. We don't want Barefoot designer sarongs!
- Stop thinking it'll make no difference! A child could sleep more comfortably, adults protect their modesty, in times and circumstances where sleep and respect are scarce.
Drop-off Point:
Ruby Studio, 125 Fife Road, First Floor (Above Mythi Caterers) from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday all through May.
Contact Details
Hans on 0115 515127
email: hansbillimoria[at]gmail.com
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