When we first began the #OurDailyBread campaign in April, we had a lofty goal for the month. We wanted to 1) raise $5,500 to reduce hunger in our community through deliveries of fresh bread and 2) keep our staff employed during the quarantine. Shortly after our first delivery, we highlighted one of our recipients, a frail elderly woman living in one of the կիսաքանդ (half-destroyed) buildings in Gyumri. That photo united many people. Thanks to you -- our supporters -- we met our goal by the end of April. Over the course of the month, we delivered more than 2,300 loaves of bread to over 200 vulnerable families, including the elderly, impoverished and orphaned, as well as those affected by disability. We were able to keep all of our staff (most of whom come from vulnerable families themselves) employed. In addition to many generous donors, we were blessed with partners at every level. Armenian Caritas and local churches are helping with deliveries. Cherkezi Dzor, Gyumri's famous fish restaurant, donated huge loads of frozen trout and caviar to us to distribute among those in need. The NGO "Aid Beyond Borders" provided a generous donation to help us pay our staff's salaries. Our campaign also received coverage from Asbarez News, The Armenian Mirror-Spectator and Armenian Public Radio. As we move forward into May uncertain of what the future holds, we are continuing the #OurDailyBread campaign with the goal of reaching even more vulnerable people this month. Just $15 helps us deliver fresh bread and joy to those in need. Thank you for your generosity and partnership! Donation Options1. Donate by credit card here: https://caritas.am/aregak-bakery-cafe/
2. Supporters in America may donate through the secure Venmo app. We are listed as @aregak-bakery. 3. Supporters in Armenia may make a direct bank transfer to “Armenian Caritas” Benevolent NGO through ACBA-Credit Agricole Bank, Gyumri Branch, account number 220063350429000. 3. Supporters in Europe may make a bank transfer to "Caritas Austria - Diocese of Feldkirch" through Raiffeisenbank Feldkirch, IBAN: AT32 3742 2000 0004 0006, BIC: RVVGAT2B422. Please specify "Aregak Bakery" as the purpose of payment.
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