Marrying an Indonesian and living in Bali, may sometimes seem like starting my own charity, but recently I had a brainwave. What would it be like to actually start my own charity. Flicking through some of the photos I took last year, I saw one of a group of Balinese orphans, singing Christmas carols in Starbucks. Considering Balinese life is all about family, these kids are missing out.
As an orphan in Bali one will miss out on gatherings, siblings, parents, ceremonies, support and identity. There are some advantages however, including personal freedom, and the financial freedom from paying for offerings.
I have often thought that I’d like to help out with a charity over here, but do not like the idea of handing some middleman money. Riding on my motorbike, I tossed some ideas around, and thought that if a charity was created, that took donations in the form of accommodation and air tickets, etc. and offered foreign teachers the chance to come to Bali for a year, that would be a wonderful helping hand to young people.
Will be intersting to see if this idea gets anywhere.
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Hi!
I was a resident of Bali for 3 years and left due to family obligations. I would still be there if this didn’t happen! I lived in a village near Sanur. As you mentioned, there are so many people, especially children, who could benefit so much from some direct application of funds and all that can bring without the massive losses due to the ever present middle men. I am very impressed by your idea of bringing teachers from abroad. As a teacher who has taught in many countries outside my own, I hope that I could be of some assistance to you if you are still thinking of doing something about this project. I will be returning to Bali for about 4 weeks from late December. I will be there basically to complete my photographic portfolio for my studies as a photographer. I’m hoping to capture the many facets of Balinese life with a special focus on those people and communities who need assistance and those who are working for these people. I hope to be able to increase awareness of these issues via my photographs. In the past I have been involved with the children’s ward at Sanglah Hospital, Denpassar, raising funds via the children of our community in Sanur to help those children whose families can’t pay for their medical treatment. I would be very happy to meet with you during my trip even if it is only to provide you with some ideas or someone to bounce your ideas off. I really look forward to your reply and truly hope that your dreams come true for your ideas!
Hi
Anything happening on this charity idea of yours? Am interested in doing something. Will also be in Bali in December.
Angie
let us know if this one gets off the ground,Nick,Mickey and i would love to get involved with something like this.