I -CARE

 

 

SUPPORT I-CARE

I-CARE’s directors believe very strongly that every penny of every donation should go directly to the non-profit's relief efforts.  As a result, I-CARE is managed and run with 100% volunteer work and minimal overhead.  Although I-CARE requires your donations to exist, we believe managing your donations in an efficient manner is more important than asking for them.

We hope you are able to help I-CARE.  Monetary donations are one of the best ways to make a difference, but there are many ways you can help.  You can:

MAKE A MONETARY DONATION VIA PAYPAL:

Monetary donations are especially beneficial to I-CARE’s work because the money is almost always spent in Central America where the power of your American dollar is greater.  The exchange rate in Nicaragua, for example, is about 18 cordobas for $1 US.  In Managua, for example, 18 cordobas buys a meal more well-balanced and nutritious than many, if not most, Nicaraguans eat on a daily basis.  So even a small donation turns into HUGE relief!  It’s a great return on your donation, and you can be sure it is safe and secure with PayPal.  In addition, every donation you make is tax deductible.

DONATE GOODS:

Because some of the goods I-CARE uses for its relief effort are cheaper to buy in the United States than in Central America, we often purchase goods here and ship them south.  An alternative to purchasing goods in America, of course, is to receive them as donations from our supporters.  We currently are requesting donors to donate multi-vitamins.  Please email us if you would like to help.

DELIVER GOODS TO CENTRAL AMERICA:

Are you traveling to Central America or would you like to?  If so, you may be able to help I-CARE deliver goods to those in need.  One of our biggest difficulties is finding inexpensive ways to deliver our goods.  Shipping large amounts of goods at once requires patience and incurs substantial shipping costs.  A better way is often provided through the help of volunteer travelers.  Currently, we have two locations in Central America that serve as delivery locations for incoming goods:  San Jose, Costa Rica and Managua, Nicaragua.  Once delivered to these locations, our volunteers will make sure the goods you deliver get to their final destination.  It is a great way to make you feel even better about your vacation!  If you are interested, please contact us.

VOLUNTEER:

I-CARE relies on 100% volunteer work.  Volunteers are always appreciated!  Please email the directors if you are interested.

DONATE AIRLINE MILES!
I-CARE is currently in the process of obtaining a land grant in Managua, Nicaragua.  As Part of this process I-CARE needs to fly our lead Nicaraguan volunteer to Des Moines and Miami to obtain and process necessary paperwork.  In an effort to keep overhead costs minimal and ensure that every dollar raised by I-CARE directly improves the lives of needy Central Americans, I-CARE is seeking a generous donation of 35,000 airline miles - the equivalent of international airfare for one.  If you are willing to help in this regard, or know someone who is, please CONTACT US!

 

 

 

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