Open Letter to Our Esteemed Volunteers since 2010

First set of SHADE-IN Volunteers - 2010

Dear Esteemed SHADE-IN Volunteer,

Words fail us to express how much you mean to us.

You have done what Napoleon could not do.

We want to let you know that your name is written with indelible impression on the sand of time.

You are much esteemed for your love, care, passion, compassion, empathy, humility, perseverance, patience, sacrifice to humanity and your faith in SHADE-IN.

Yes, you heard about the vision, believed in it and ran with it absolutely selflessly not because you were promised or given any incentives.

You are indispensable.

Our prayer for you is that you reap in hundred folds, the reward of your labour.

Before you ask you will receive. When you call for one, millions will answer your call. You will be above only.

We have got good plans for you but God has the best plans for you.

Your season of rewards is here. 2021 will produce amazing surprises for you. It shall be your best year until now.

God bless you, real good.

Do you know that since 2010, SHADE-IN has had over 100 volunteers who have worked with us? And they worked absolutely selflessly. Over 40% of them are still in touch. And to think that years after volunteering as corps members, some of them are still actively volunteering and our volunteers still believe in us and the vision.

Thank you, thank you, thank you, dearest Volunteer.

P.S.: Please bear with us if your photo of activity on the field was not captured among the photos shared here. Kindly indicate that via our email.

Best regards,

Bliss Ojeruse,
Executive Director (Programmes)
For:
Saving Hand Development Initiative (SHADE-IN)

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