CRS works in partnership with neighbourhood organisations. These organisations provide premises while CRS funds and staffs programmes for the community. However, many of the buildings are either small or in poor condition. Over the years, CRS has supported infrastructure improvements through special fundraising. Different centres have received brick walls, new floors and flushable toilets.
In April, Jono Marcus took part in the 10k Mercy4Mankind run in Hyde Park, London. The aim was to raise money for CRS, specifically to replace the damaged roof of Mullajan Welfare Society in Bibibagan. The new roof is now complete. Inside, children from the surrounding slums can once again attend a school run by CRS both in safety and protected from the monsoon rains.
Anashua and Robert Davies from Sidcup, Kent, were married recently. Their wedding guests were invited to donate money to two chosen charities rather than give the couple gifts. We are absolutely delighted that CRS was one of those charities and overwhelmed by the generosity of their friends and family who gave over £1,000 towards the work of CRS in Kolkata. Congratulations to Ana and Robert, and thank you!