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The book may or may not generate a profit...but you can count on the fact that all the proceeds (after taxes) that Rani receives will be donated to deserving charitable projects in the Punjab. Your donation and/or support of the book will make a huge difference!
Please recommend the book to all your friends! Charitable Projects in the Punjab The astonishing work of the Kalgidhar Trust and Baru Sahib sewadars in the past few years leave no doubt of their commitment and God's blessing on their work to bring good living habits, harmony and excellent education to thousands of children and adults across Punjab and Himachal Pradesh. It is a great honor to contribute whatever proceeds come from the sale of Menus and Memories From Punjab to this organization. Their commitment to women and girls as well as to men and boys is admirable and a ballast against the rampant ills that plague society such as corruption, drug addiction, pollution, violence, etc. Their success is a boon to Punjabi society and world peace. Bennett Brand Memorial Scholarship Bennett was almost five years old in 2002 when he died suddenly of a rare immune disorder, CGD. He had not yet started kindergarten. Yet, even at the tender age of four, he really enjoyed sharing with others. His extended family, which was made up of people from many cultures, races and religions taught him that God is one, and all are God’s children. They taught him to make his best effort, and to keep trying, no matter what the obstacle. In his memory, the family has chosen to present scholarships to gifted students of limited means who have been accepted to academic summer programs that will enhance their education. These scholarships are uniquely designed as an educational tool and to enlist the school in advertising opportunities to students.
Special academic and summer programs are great for kids. Being away from home, many times for the first time, helps a student build confidence and preparation for the day when they leave for college. Meeting gifted students from other schools presents an opportunity to make new friends. Going through an application and acceptance process develops skills for the college application process. Having both the Brand Memorial Scholarship and the name of the prestigious academic program that they have attended on their transcript enhances it. This may also have a positive effect on gaining other sources of financial aid support for college. Students are also required to attach a letter requesting financial aid from the program itself. Not only does this give the student practice in describing his or her financial need requirements, it may also open a dialogue about finances with parents -- very important for students who plan to attend college but also to alert students to the financial aid opportunities available to them. Some students are quite surprised when they receive full or partial scholarships from other sources than the Brand Scholarship. Their windfall also allows more money to be distributed to other worthy students. One hundred percent of your gift will go to help a deserving student. Dozens of students have been have been encouraged by the availability of the “Benny” scholarship to apply and be accepted to academic summer programs where they have gained academic prowess, social skills, and the confidence that they can succeed on campus and away from home. Many have gone on to win complete scholarships from colleges, even Harvard and Brown! Since the program began in 2002, over $28,000 has been distributed, thanks to the generosity of folks like you. You can see the 2009 and 2010 scholarship winners on the blog. One hundred percent of the donations from the cooking classes taught by Rani have gone into the scholarships. In addition, there have been many other generous supporters to keep this worthwhile cause. Your support is very much appreciated and donations are accepted any time. Thanks! |
