Trinity School students raise funds for Lemon Tree Trust
We want to extend a big thank you to the 5th grade students and teachers at Trinity School in Menlo Park, California, USA. These dedicated students worked hard by doing chores to raise money, which they generously donated to the Lemon Tree Trust.
Their efforts and kindness help support our mission, and we are incredibly grateful for their enthusiasm and community spirit. A heartfelt thank you to the students and teachers for their wonderful contribution!
Moreover, their donation this June will be automatically doubled, thanks to match funding from one of our most generous supporters as part of our Gawilan Community Garden Appeal. This match funding amplifies the impact of their donation, helping us make an even greater difference to residents living in Gawilan refugee camp.
Lemon Tree Trust supporter Katie Cox recently raised £1,000 for our work, plus £250 in Gift Aid, by organising an arts and crafts fundraising event at her home and in her garden. Katie is pictured above wearing a rather fabulous green shirt covered in lemons. Katie’s donation was made during our Tree & Plant Appeal, … Continued
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