Tongan womens' helping hands: Empowering Communities
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Past Activities:
- Activity: Community Wellness Workshops in the Bay Area
- Conducted by: Volunteers and local healthcare professionals associated with Tongan Women Helping Hands.
- Location: Community centers and health clinics across San Francisco.
- Time Allocation: 20% of total volunteer hours.
- Funding: No funding required
- Exempt Purpose: These workshops directly contribute to the organization's exempt purpose by promoting health and well-being in the local community.
- Activity: Scholarships for Bay Area Students
- Conducted by: Tongan Women Helping Hands scholarship committee.
- Location: San Francisco and online application process.
- Time Allocation: 30% of total volunteer hours.
- Funding: Donations towards scholarships for students in the islands of Tonga.
- Exempt Purpose: Providing educational opportunities aligns with the organization's mission to empower and uplift residents, contributing to their personal and professional development.
Present Activities:
- Activity: Emergency Relief for San Francisco Residents
- Conducted by: Tongan Women Helping Hands disaster response team.
- Location: San Francisco and neighboring areas.
- Time Allocation: 40% of total volunteer hours.
- Funding: We are searching for grants and donations.
- Exempt Purpose: Responding to local emergencies fulfills the organization's mission of providing immediate assistance and support to vulnerable communities during crises.
- Activity: Vocational Training Programs for Bay Area Residents
- Conducted by: Tongan Women Helping Hands trainers and mentors.
- Location: San Francisco, with plans to expand to additional neighborhoods.
- Time Allocation: 25% of total volunteer hours.
- Funding: Grants and donations for training materials and resources, constituting 20% of the annual budget.
- Exempt Purpose: Empowering residents through vocational training aligns with the organization's goal of fostering economic independence and self-sufficiency.
Planned Activities:
- Activity: Urban Gardening Project
- To be Conducted by: Tongan Women Helping Hands gardening and sustainability team.
- Location: Various neighborhoods in San Francisco.
- Planned Time Allocation: Projected to be 15% of total volunteer hours.
- Planned Funding: Anticipated to be covered by grants and donations earmarked for sustainable community projects.
- Expected Exempt Purpose: This initiative aims to promote food security, community resilience, and environmental sustainability, aligning with the organization's overarching goals.
- Activity: Annual Bay Area Empowerment Summit
- To be Conducted by: Tongan Women Helping Hands event planning committee.
- Planned Location: San Francisco, with potential for virtual attendance.
- Planned Time Allocation: Expected to be 10% of total volunteer hours.
- Planned Funding: Intended to be covered by event sponsorships, registration fees, and targeted donations, representing 15% of the annual budget.
- Expected Exempt Purpose: The summit will provide a platform for education, networking, and empowerment, directly contributing to the organization's mission of uplifting and advocating for Bay Area residents.
Volunteer Today
We are always looking for passionate and dedicated volunteers to help us carry out our mission. Whether you have a few hours to spare or want to make a long-term commitment, there are many ways to get involved and make a difference. Contact us today to learn more about volunteering with Tongan womens' helping hands.