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FROM POVERTYTO OPPORTUNITYA £10 million campaign to transformthe lives of the poorest of the poorcafod.org.uk/majorgifts

WELCOME“In my life and through my work as asoldier I have seen poverty in manyforms, and have had the privilege tobe at the forefront of many responsesto emergencies.These experiences have reinforced tome, as a Catholic, the need to support those who livein poverty – those who have so little whilst many ofus have too much. Equally I have seen how aid can bemisdirected, and how the successful programmes arethose which promote self-reliance.I am therefore delighted to have been asked by CardinalCormac to be Chairman of CAFOD’s From Poverty toOpportunity, a campaign that works through local partnersto give some of the poorest communities in South Sudan,The Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia the skills,tools and support they need to transform their ownlives; and it does this whilst protecting the dignity andindependence of those we help.Our aim is to raise £10 million by 2016. Through theenormous generosity of our supporters we have alreadyraised £4 million of this. We now need a further £6 million,so that over the next three years we can lift half a millionof the world’s poorest people out of poverty.CAFOD is about changing people’s lives permanently. Inthe past some of us may have felt that the problems inAfrica were so vast that whatever we did we would notreally make a difference, but that is no longer the case.This is the African century, when countries like those inour programme can, with our help, succeed in offeringtheir people a standard of living that begins to equatewith that enjoyed in more privileged parts of the world,something that is already fast being achieved by theirneighbours. That would be quite a moral prize.I commend CAFOD to you as a highly regarded andresponsible development and humanitarian agency;because we work through our Catholic community in ourtarget countries, we can guarantee your money is spentas you intended. Please help us make a lasting differenceto communities who need so little to achieve so much.Lt Gen Sir Barney White-Spunner KCB, CBE (Rtd), Chairman,From Poverty to OpportunityCo-operative farmers working in SouthSudan, supported by the Catholic Dioceseof Tambura-YambioABOUT THECAMPAIGNFrom Poverty to Opportunity is investing in thepoorest of the poor in The Democratic Republic of Congo,Zambia and South Sudan. It works through Catholiccommunities and local partners to give some of the mostvulnerable people the chance to lift themselves out ofpoverty, by teaching them the skills to do so, rather thansimply giving them handouts.From Poverty to Opportunity also responds to emergenciesthat do not make the UK press. Through CaritasInternationalis, the global confederation of 165 Catholicorganisations, we respond to humanitarian emergenciesaround the world. Because of our links with the localChurch and partners, we have an extensive networkon the ground. By having funds available to be drawn onat a moment’s notice, we can get money and resourcesimmediately to where they are needed most and act quicklyand effectively in emergency situations.Fetching water made easierand safer by CAFOD drilledboreholes in Zambia“The Church is at the heart of so manyof the communities in which CAFOD isworking around the world. This not onlyprovides direct access to a huge network oflocal contacts and partners, but also makesit possible to deliver practical support topeople who may be beyond the reach of other agencies.CAFOD’s willingness to go the extra mile will sometimesmean venturing into the remotest areas, in order to reachcommunities with no other source of help. This is thereason I am the Patron of the From Poverty to Opportunitycampaign. We are changing lives in challenging places.As part of the world’s largest development network,the volunteers of the Catholic Church are dedicated tosupporting the poor and disadvantaged. As part of this widereaching network, we can be at the heart of a communitynot just when disasters strike but before and after. Webelieve that to make a lasting difference it is vital to workcollaboratively with local volunteers and our Chuch linksenable that to happen.Much has been achieved since the campaign began, butthe need is great and there is so much more to do. That iswhy we are looking for more people to join us as investorsin people, families and communities with real potential, ifonly they can be given the opportunity.May I commend this vital campaign wholeheartedly toyou: CAFOD is not just reaching out to the poorest of thepoor, but doing so in a way that offers them hope for abrighter future.His Eminence Cardinal Cormac Murphy-O’Connor,CAFOD Patron3

HOW YOUCAN HELP...WHY THERE?WHY NOW?We would be delighted if you would join From Poverty toOpportunity and help us transform the lives of those trying toovercome huge obstacles. There are various ways you can getinvolved in the campaign, some of which are set out below.Give an unrestricted giftUnrestricted gifts are the most efficient and flexible wayto support the campaign. They enable us to give reliable,long-term support to our partners and to act quickly andeffectively wherever the need is greatest.Support a specific project, programme or countryWhether you have a link with a specific place or feelpassionately about a particular issue, we can help you getcloser to the causes and communities that matter most toyou. We can also provide feedback tailored to your particularinterest and concerns.Give as a groupOne person giving £10,000 is great, but if ten people eachgive £10,000 to a project, a whole lot more can be achieved.We can tailor projects and create targets to aim towardsas a group, which will enable your giving to make an evenbigger impact. The group will receive tailored reports andmay also have the opportunity of a visit from the partnerthey are funding.“It is an honour for me to hostregular events and share the workof CAFOD with colleagues andfriends. I really feel that supportingCAFOD in this way is a wonderfulmeans of fulfilling our Christianmission of helping the poorest of the poor.Oliver Pawle,Chairman of Korn/Ferry Whitehead Mann Board ServicesCAFOD is committed to reaching out to the poorest and mostmarginalised. There are large numbers of people aroundthe world who have been displaced by conflict, eat only onemeal a day or live with HIV. They desperately need help to liftthemselves out of their situation. We firmly believe that weare called on to work where the need is greatest, even whenthere are significant risks or sizeable practical challenges. Ourlong-term commitment and relationships with local partnersmean that we can help people to realise their full potential sothat they can effectively use their local resources to meet theirown needs and aim to have the same standard of living as theirmore prosperous and developed neighbours.The DRC has the potential to be one of the richestnations in Africa, but decades of misrule, corruptionand conflict have taken a devastating toll. In the last15 years, more than five million people have died becauseof conflict and at least 2.6 million people are currentlydisplaced. The country is known as the worst place in theworld to be a woman: rape is rife and women face constantdiscrimination. However, with new promised investments,local communities have the opportunity to improve theirlives more than ever before.FACTS:Population: 71 million74% live below the poverty line67% of children are immunised for diphtheria, tetanus and polio24% of children are underweight66% of the adult population are literate45% of children drop out of primary school42% of children workSOURCE: UN Human Development Index 2013Organise an eventHosting a small event at home, at work or elsewhere can bea great way to introduce friends and colleagues to the workof CAFOD and raise a significant sum for the campaign. TheCAFOD staff team will be on hand throughout to provide allthe support you need to identify potential guests, plan yourevent and support you in following up your contacts.Where possible, we can facilitate an overseas trip sothat you can see first-hand the impact you are making.n Raised/Pledgedn Needed6mIf you are a higher rate tax payer, your support can go even further, and at a smaller cost to you.4mSouth Sudan is the newest country in the world, andone of the poorest. Following a long-running conflict andthe separation of Sudan and South Sudan in 2011, peoplestruggle to access basic needs such as food, water, educationand healthcare. South Sudan has one of the world’s highestmaternal mortality rates – shockingly, a 15-year-old girl hasa higher chance of dying in childbirth than finishing hereducation. There are only 186 miles of paved roads,so moving goods around the country is difficult, stiflingeconomic development. The potential growth in South Sudanis vast, given the untapped resources and the aspiration of thepeople; they just need the tools and investment to be able tohelp themselves.FACTS:Population: 10.3 million51% live below the poverty line51% of the population are below the age of eighteen27% of the adult population are literate78% of households depend on crop farming or animalhusbandry as their primary source of livelihoodThere are around 220,000 refugees living in campsSOURCE: UN Human Development Index 2013For 40% rate tax payersFor 45% rate tax payersDonation (per person)£100,000£50,000£20,000£10,000£5,000Tax reliefto donor£25,000£12,500£5,000£2,500£1,250Net costto donor£75,000£37,500£15,000£7,500£3,750Tax reliefto donor£31,250£15,625£6,250£3,125£1,562Net costto donor£68,750£34,375£13,750£6,875£3,438Gift Aid claimed(if eligible)£25,000£12,500£5,000£2,500£1,250Total receivedby CAFOD£125,000£62,500£25,000£12,500£6,250Zambia’s population continues to live in poverty despitethe country’s abundant natural resources and an averageGDP growth rate of almost 6% a year in the past decade.Over 80% of the rural population lives on less than $1 perday. Child malnutrition is so high that UNICEF describedthe situation as a ‘silent emergency.’ More than one millionchildren have lost their parents to AIDS-related illnesses,and HIV prevalence rates hover around 15%. Considerableinvestments are being made in Zambia and now is the timeto make a significant difference to the world’s poorest.FACTS:Population: 13.5 million64% live below the poverty line99% of children are immunised for diphtheria, tetanus and polio71% of the adult population are literate46% of children drop out of primary school41% of children workSOURCE: UN Human Development Index 201389

“At CAFOD, we are in the business ofmaking a difference – and we believeyou are too.The problems of the world can seemdaunting, and with a huge number ofcharities to choose from, deciding whereyour support will have the biggest impact can be difficult.With From Poverty to Opportunity, we have deliberatelychosen to shine a spotlight on three very differentcountries, with actions tailored to address the differentneeds of the people living there.WHOWE ARE...CAFOD is the official Catholic aid agency for England andWales. In more than 30 countries across the world, we standside by side with poor communities to end poverty andinjustice. We work with people of all faiths and none.Nila tending to her gardenin South SudanDespite all the issues they face, there is, right now, aunique window of opportunity to help people transformtheir lives, giving people the knowledge and tools toincrease their income, have enough to eat and educatetheir children. Most of all, by supporting this campaignin whatever way you can, you will help people live theirlives with dignity and fulfil their potential.Thank you for standing alongside us and makinga differenceChris Bain, CAFOD DirectorWe are led by our valuesPartnership, sustainability, stewardship and dignity drive allareas of our work.We work in partnershipWe work alongside the Church and local organisations,offering financial and practical assistance to improvecapacity and skills. We evaluate projects regularly to keepimproving and support our partners to ensure high qualityand high impact.Expenditure 2012/2013n InternationalDevelopment(45%)11%We are trustedFor more than 50 years, we have proved our commitmentto tackling poverty. We maintain strategic partnerships withorganisations such as the United Nations, the Department forInternational Development, Comic Relief, and the EuropeanCommission, in order to deliver effective programmes.We are efficient stewards of resourcesYou can rely on us to make the most of your donation, usingit to make long-lasting improvements to people’s lives. Ouradministrative costs are low: we spend only 11 per centof our income on generating funds and governance. Wemaximise return on investment: for every £1 we spend onraising income, we bring in £8.n Disaster Relief(33%)n Developmenteducation(5%)n Advocacy andcampaigning(6%)n Generating funds& governance(11%)5%6%33%45%CAFODRomero House55 Westminster Bridge RoadLondon SE1 7JBcafod.org.uk/majorgiftsUK registered charity no. 28577610

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