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  • lisa williams from Derbyshire said, “these playpumps are a fantastic idea”
  • Ann olyott from Dyfed said, “information needed for church harvest appeal in Sept”
  • Morgan Phillips from Dyfed said, “Dyfed is divided into 3 counties now, of which my home one is Ceredigion, this happened long before the Internet digital revolution kicked off so I can't understand why I have to click Dyfed? I want to buy your water in bulk for our wedding, how can I do this?”
  • Andrew Lang from Stratchclyde said, “Thank you the Caring, Sharing co-op for this ideal way of supporting the poorest in the world and also the recycling schemes for printer cartridges & mobile phones. Blessings to you all. ”
  • Vicki Jenner from Greater Manchester said, “I buy ethical water for use at home, but am interested in having it available for the refreshments at Stockport Fairtrade Fair in November. Can I order it directly via yourselves or should I approach my local store?”
  • John Boyle from Staffordshire said, “Brilliant absolutely brilliant!”
  • Shijie Li from County Londonderry said, “Great work Co-Op in Africa! More Co-Op outlets in N. Ireland please too.”
  • Sian McEwen from S. Glamorgan said, “Actually from NZ... what an amazing project. Keep up the great work.”
  • Elizabeth Walsh from E. Yorkshire said, “I love what you are doing and wish you all the luck in the world. I support One Difference the people behind 'One' water I am currently helping campaiging to get 250,000 supporters on their facebook page. www.facebook.com/onedifference”
  • Jon Morris from Lancashire said, “This is a fantastic initiative”
  • . Adams from Hampshire said, “Thank you, Co-op, for all you do for the developing world, fair trade and the ethical treatment of animals. This is why we shop at the Co-op and won't go near Tesco or Asda. We wish your ethical values were more widely known. We try our best to tell everyone! Thanks”
  • Hannelore Hone from Hampshire said, “We don't know how lucky we are to be able to just turn on the tap. It is such a basic, yet vitally important resource and everyone ought to have access to it. Well done for running this campaign.”
  • Marion Curry from Dorset said, “This is such a worthwhile cause and I am most happy to support it.”
  • Aida Iszatt from Essex said, “I'd like to help.”
  • Ann Bednall from Shropshire said, “Let's get a move on! Put pressure on government. If we can pipe gas across the world , can't we pipe water from water rich countries to water poor countries until their own infra structure is in place. ”
  • adam cran from Highland said, “keep the good work up as every penny counts especially in this credit crunch fiasco well done to all who helps out”
  • maggie powell from Fife said, “I am so impressed by all the good work you are doing for so many people all over the world”
  • peter jones from Berkshire said, “great job”
  • Liesl Janeke from London said, “Wow! You guys are doing amaizing stuff!”
  • Margaret Vasey from Surrey said, “Encouraging people coming to Edenbridge & Oxted Agricultural Show August Bank Holiday to support Water campaign”
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  • Andy Tunstall from West Midlands said, “We are a school in Birmingham, Yorkswood School, and we would like to raise some money to help provide clean water to places in Africa. Three of our lads are eager to help but we are not sure how! If we raise money can your campaign use it?”
  • judy connor from W. Yorkshire said, “We are organising an event for under 5's in Bradford on 16th July. The coop have kindly donated £60 of water for this event, we would like to publicise the Water campaign alongside. If you have any display materials for this event please let me know asap”
  • Dean Collier from Nottinghamshire said, “Keep up the good work everybody.”
  • Jacob Gurr from W. Sussex said, “amazing campaign- worth every penny.”
  • AFRICA INTERCULTURAL DEVELOPMENT TRUST africaidedst@yahoo.co.uk from Surrey said, “Pg 1 of 1 AFRICA INTERCULTURAL DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT TRUST AIDEST  P.O. Mukono, UgandaE.A) Caring Together Phone: +256 714 112509 together Email: africaidest@yahoo.co.uk THE PROGRAMME DIRECTOR, Dear Sir / Madam, RE: REQUEST FOR TECHNICAL MATERIAL & FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR SUKKOTH VOCATIONAL TRAINING DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE, MUKONO – UGANDA. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Africa Intercultural Development Support Trust (AIDEST) directly help disadvantaged groups; (Youths, women, children (able & disabled) and Local communities through participatory learning in addition to formal Vocational training. It is now three years since its initiation. Currently, participants originate from communities of Mukono and Masaka Districts where are being empowered in life skills. This proposal was conceived to expand our vision, thus we are seeking for assistance. Our main Offices are located in Mukono Town Council, Central Uganda. (A) TIMEFRAME: The project is expected to be implemented within a frame work of initial three (3) years, then revised and expanded thereafter. (B) PROJECT GOAL: The Project aims are; to improve the living standard of vulnerable groups by building on sustainable locally owned ventures and participate in self-innovated projects; support Capacity building programmes and introduce Demonstration; Information Technology (ICT) for Rural and Urban Institutional and Community use and Development. APPROACH AND STRATEGIES: AIDEST believes that, this is the best way to help Poor members escape life long poverty trap, participative initiatives that are not depend on everyday charity for survival. And recognizes the fact that most of the Poorest members / Communities need just access to Credit and Markets or Technological assistance to help Improve upon what they already know or do; Improve Hygiene and Sanitation through accessibility of Water to Rural communities and Urban growth Centres, including Guidance and Health care programmes, Lobby, Advocacy (human rights for Able and disabled, Education and Development). By this, AIDEST hopes to be contributing towards lasting social and economic development of beneficiaries. Pg 2 of 2 (REQUIRED INPUTS: The inputs needed are;- (i) Materials. (ii) Human Resource. (iii) Financial Resource. PROJECT ACTIVITIES The project will include, among others; 1) Disseminate Appropriate Technology to Farming communities (Hand-held cultivators & Ex-plough for example) as well as improved seed supply. 2) Rearing of Livestock and Tree planting (Intensive farming); Profits-making business for Commercial gains. In sense of this an Alternative Trading venture (Fare trade initiative), Sell, Storage and Marketing of Yields in a cost negotiable manner. 3) Promotion of Food security, create Group projects / businesses for the communities welfare, including Environment conservation. 4) Development of Cold rooms (long-term) are planned to be established in areas, so as to store perishable farm Harvests before releasing them to the Markets as making a strong Economic sense to Producers etc... (D) MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE: There is a Management Committee comprising of; (i) Chairperson, (ii) Vice chairperson, (iii) General secretary, (iv) Treasurer and (v) Committee members. We shall be happy to send to you full and well documented Proposal upon your request as well as engage in lasting development cooperation. Yours sincerely, Kizito Herman (PROJECT CO-ORDINATOR) ”
  • AFRICA INTERCULTURAL DEVELOPMENT TRUST africaidedst@yahoo.co.uk from Surrey said, “Pg 1 of 1 AFRICA INTERCULTURAL DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT TRUST AIDEST  P.O. Mukono, UgandaE.A) Caring Together Phone: +256 714 112509 together Email: africaidest@yahoo.co.uk THE PROGRAMME DIRECTOR, Dear Sir / Madam, RE: REQUEST FOR TECHNICAL MATERIAL & FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR SUKKOTH VOCATIONAL TRAINING DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE, MUKONO – UGANDA. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Africa Intercultural Development Support Trust (AIDEST) directly help disadvantaged groups; (Youths, women, children (able & disabled) and Local communities through participatory learning in addition to formal Vocational training. It is now three years since its initiation. Currently, participants originate from communities of Mukono and Masaka Districts where are being empowered in life skills. This proposal was conceived to expand our vision, thus we are seeking for assistance. Our main Offices are located in Mukono Town Council, Central Uganda. (A) TIMEFRAME: The project is expected to be implemented within a frame work of initial three (3) years, then revised and expanded thereafter. (B) PROJECT GOAL: The Project aims are; to improve the living standard of vulnerable groups by building on sustainable locally owned ventures and participate in self-innovated projects; support Capacity building programmes and introduce Demonstration; Information Technology (ICT) for Rural and Urban Institutional and Community use and Development. APPROACH AND STRATEGIES: AIDEST believes that, this is the best way to help Poor members escape life long poverty trap, participative initiatives that are not depend on everyday charity for survival. And recognizes the fact that most of the Poorest members / Communities need just access to Credit and Markets or Technological assistance to help Improve upon what they already know or do; Improve Hygiene and Sanitation through accessibility of Water to Rural communities and Urban growth Centres, including Guidance and Health care programmes, Lobby, Advocacy (human rights for Able and disabled, Education and Development). By this, AIDEST hopes to be contributing towards lasting social and economic development of beneficiaries. Pg 2 of 2 (REQUIRED INPUTS: The inputs needed are;- (i) Materials. (ii) Human Resource. (iii) Financial Resource. PROJECT ACTIVITIES The project will include, among others; 1) Disseminate Appropriate Technology to Farming communities (Hand-held cultivators & Ex-plough for example) as well as improved seed supply. 2) Rearing of Livestock and Tree planting (Intensive farming); Profits-making business for Commercial gains. In sense of this an Alternative Trading venture (Fare trade initiative), Sell, Storage and Marketing of Yields in a cost negotiable manner. 3) Promotion of Food security, create Group projects / businesses for the communities welfare, including Environment conservation. 4) Development of Cold rooms (long-term) are planned to be established in areas, so as to store perishable farm Harvests before releasing them to the Markets as making a strong Economic sense to Producers etc... (D) MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE: There is a Management Committee comprising of; (i) Chairperson, (ii) Vice chairperson, (iii) General secretary, (iv) Treasurer and (v) Committee members. We shall be happy to send to you full and well documented Proposal upon your request as well as engage in lasting development cooperation. Yours sincerely, Kizito Herman (PROJECT CO-ORDINATOR) ”
  • andrew crease from London said, “I've been bemused by the phrase "ethical water " in the Co-Op after all, water is water...H2O- this phraseis not helpful at all. Sure we can work to reduce water wastage in this country and help other countries to get more water but blaming the water itself for being "unethical" is not helpful at all...”
  • Alex Duff from Hampshire said, “There are no excuses. Access to clean and safe water should be a basic human right. I've been a suporter of Wateraid for many years. This is a wonderful campaigne - childhood should be fun and safe. Welldone. ”
  • Henry Butler from Lincolnshire said, “Etichal Water”
  • Henry Butler from Lincolnshire said, “Etichal Water”
  • GENEROSITY INTERNATIONAL LIFECARE DEVELOPMENT COALITION GILDECO from Berkshire said, “We are nonprofit organization in Uganda supporting Orphans, community projects, water, farming and environment and shelter seeking sponsors, donors, partners, all inquiries treated with respect and responded to promptly, we work throughout Uganda, in future plan expanding to Rwanda, DR. Congo, Sudan and others, give us help. Await your information, regards, Okullu-Ayor CEO P.O. BOX 8575 KAMPALA-UGANDA Tel:+256-782-551632.”
  • Mary Kelly from Surrey said, “good call”
  • Christine Walton from Lancashire said, “Hurrah Well Done”
  • Richard Hincks from Greater Manchester said, “Why shouldn't everyone enjoy clean water, it's not impossible or incredibly difficult for us to help everyone.”
  • Nick Henstock from S. Yorkshire said, “Clean Water, its a right not a luxury. Great work, proud to supporty you ”
  • terry hateley-lowe from Greater Manchester said, “Exceptional idea. Support it fully!”
  • Todd Berlyn from Oxfordshire said, “Great!”
  • Celia Mackie from Stratchclyde said, “This is great. Let's share what we've got with the rest of the world.”
  • Mark Jarnell from Lancashire said, “Fantastic project from the Co-operative!!! ”
  • pauline miller from Lancashire said, “fantastic”
  • harry hughes from Cambridgeshire said, “Just one of the many ways shopping at the Co-operative makes the world a better place PS I think Bedfordshire is still in England”
  • Phil Savage from Hertfordshire said, “Brilliant idea. Keep striving to help these people who need it far more then most. Good Luck ”
  • Jackie Harris from E. Sussex said, “A brilliant project - well done”
  • Carmen Powell from Surrey said, “I support many things like fairtrade and helping third world countries and this is a great idea from the Co-op. It's for a good cause and it should get all the support it can. Well done Co-op keep it up and keep selling your lovely Fair trade products.”
  • carol donaldson from Stratchclyde said, “This is a great project, which allows the kids to have something to play on, in addition to the much needed clean water. What's not to support?”
  • Geraldine Milner from Surrey said, “Keep up the good work - great cause.”
  • victoria Hinarejos from Berkshire said, “I am very happy if this is really true”
  • Sapna Burton from London said, “This is a fantastic idea, co-op...it may be a drop in the ocean, but mamy drops make an ocean....”
  • Susanne Enahoro from London said, “Speaking from my experience of the African continent this is just a drop in the ocean but I do wish you success with your campaign. Its a step in the right direction.”
  • Tom Puddy from Somerset said, “Amazing! Let it flow. Well done to CO-OP, keep it up!”
  • Michael Hooper from Stratchclyde said, “Alas, the county name used to be 'Strathclyde' and not 'Stratchclyde'. But now here, its 'East Dunbartonshire'. But best wishes for your Water Project. It will help an awful lot of people! Great video.”
  • becca carr from Berkshire said, “awww there so cute they need water give your surport whos with me! i love the children of africa!!!! ”
  • Adam Mckenzie from Cumbria said, “i love these choldren i realy hope they get water. i care for them loads . ”
  • shauna branney from Cumbria said, “Hope they have clean water . because i realy care for them.”
  • shauna branney from Cumbria said, “Hope they have clean water . because i realy care for them.”
  • Lynne Poulson from Derbyshire said, “What a brilliant idea - to make the essential job of pumping water fun for children who have little to smile about.”
  • Julian Sharpe from Lancashire said, “Water, water, everywhere with this campaign”
  • K MAN K MAN from London said, “GIV ME WATER”
  • talha abid from London said, “every one should suppourt”
  • armstrong kelly from Merseyside said, “this is such a great campaign!”
  • stephanie fuidge from Hampshire said, “well done”
  • TONY LARYEA from London said, “FANTASTIC IDEA WELL DONE”
  • Rick Hubbard from Hampshire said, “We have a global economy, we should be supporting a global community as well. Glad to see you are pointing people in the right direction.”
  • Sue Wilson from Worcestershire said, “why only aim for 1 million? Everyone should support this!”
  • janet chambers from Cornwall said, “you are doing a excellent job”
  • Alex McGillicuddy from Staffordshire said, “Great Idea. Would be great if this could become an industry standard.”
  • Crystal Forrester from London said, “amazing. i love this cause.”
  • Richard Brixey from Worcestershire said, “I'm currently working as a retail store manager for the Society in Studley. Could I possibly be sent further info in forms of posters etc. to allow me to promote the appeal to my members of staff. I would be extremely grateful for anything you could send me. ”
  • Emma Parker from Northamptonshire said, “Excellent”
  • Penni Gibbons from Nottinghamshire said, “This is great!”
  • Rachael Murphy from W. Yorkshire said, “We only get richer because these people get poorer. If everyone gives a little we can make this world a better place.”
  • anton miloushev from S. Glamorgan said, “good”
  • Nicola Barr from Lothian said, “Let this be an on-going commitment!”
  • Mark Fitzgerald from S. Yorkshire said, “best idea ever”
  • Edna Nicholson from Hampshire said, “Wonderful,keep up the good work.”
  • Paul Cox from W. Yorkshire said, “Excellent cause. Well done.”
  • Nick Hutchinson from W. Yorkshire said, “Great appeal”
  • S Zober from Kent said, “ ”
  • Anna Bayliss from E. Sussex said, “Brilliant idea!”
  • All Saints Upton CE Primary School from Cheshire said, “Our children are filling water bottles with "loose change" as part of our harvest celebration to go towards buying a Playpump.”
  • All Saints Upton CE Primary School from Cheshire said, “We are ”
  • Hannah Horsburgh from Cumbria said, “I think this is a fantastic idea and it looks like it really is helping. keep up the good work. xxxxxxxx”
  • Susie Morgan from Dyfed said, “Having been to South Africa recently & seen the extraordinary poverty that so many people live in, I'me more than happy to give my support to something so important!”
  • naomi hyslop from Highland said, “thanks for keeping it clean!! Lets gets the children involved I'm a youth worker and I will. Can I add a link to our youth centres web site? Thanks ”
  • Kevin Till from London said, “a simple but worthwhile idea that can make a hugedifference to many people”
  • Andrew Oldham from N. Yorkshire said, “Simple ideas...amazing results! How could you promote this more widely throughout the Co-operative Group to enhance your current success?”
  • victoria clark from Hampshire said, “Hi, I am a qualified plumber and would like to go out to Africa for a short while to help out with a safe drinking water project. If this is something you think I could help you with please contact me. vickiplumb@yahoo.co.uk”
  • rebecca pinsker from Hampshire said, “keep up the good work co op. I know of no other organisation that does as much ethical work as the co op”
  • dan wiley from S. Glamorgan said, “Clean water - a basic right for all!”
  • Joanna Nicholas from Northamptonshire said, “Let's make it 10 million!”
  • Chris Harriot from Oxfordshire said, “Nice idea, easy for us to help those who need it.”
  • adam holland from Cornwall said, “great work!”
  • Geraldine Howlett from Wiltshire said, “Im heading over to Facebook now to become a fan”
  • Martin Evans from Isle of Wight said, “Glad to make a difference”
  • Ben Harris from Essex said, “Such a great idea, keep it up!”
  • carol pratt from Kent said, “impressive stuff :)”
  • Corinne Mayer from Hampshire said, “I only buy One water now”
  • Amanda Comberton from Lincolnshire said, “Such a worthwhile cause”


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