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Donate to Support Aissata's Small Dream Business Venture, organized by Helen Wildman Meehan

In the heart of West Africa (Republic of Guinea Conakry), a resilient single mother & widow stands as a beacon of hope for her two daughters and their community. Despite facing numerous challenges, including financial hardships and societal pressures, she dreams of establishing a clothing shop to provide for her family and empower others. With determination and courage, she embarks on a journey to turn her vision into reality. At the current exchange rate, $1.00 can provide a decent meal for one person. The power of a single dollar is magnified and capable of catalyzing substantial change. Enter Aissata, seeking to fashion exquisite garments from the vibrant Bazins fabric of Mali. Armed with $174.37, she secures her gateway to creativity—a sewing machine. With a mere $8, she orchestrates a grand feast, uniting her loved ones in joyous celebration. "When my husband [Lamine] died, I suffered a lot with my children, Mariame and Aicha, housing and food problems. I was a servant in a gentleman's house for five years, doing housework to support my daughters. But, in the end, I was discouraged because I wasn't paid well, so I left there. “After there, I started selling rice at the crossroads with my daughters. In that, too, everyday I was sick because of fires in the kitchen, so I stopped that too. “After that, I saw a friend who felt sorry for me. She decided to give me some Bazins to sell. Then, from the profits, I would pay him the share we agreed upon. “I want a store to stock and sell Bazins, shoes, clothes (dresses, pants, shirts), bags, skin oils, and perfumes.” Aissata For gathering inventory, Aissata and Aicha will go to Senegal for shoes, fabrics, bags, locks, and then to Mali to buy bazins to put them in her shop [Senegal and Mali are neighboring countries of Guinea]. “My mother can't wait to start her business which has been her biggest dream, and we [Mariame and Aicha] are ready to accompany and support her so that her business operates successfully." Aicha Aicha, now 24, says, "I want to be a great and fighting and courageous woman, have money to build a school, a health clinic, and build a house for my mother who has suffered a lot since my father's death. I want her to be the happiest woman." Aicha is presently working as an assistant teacher to help support the family. There is no public education in Guinea, West Africa. "I have lots of dreams to achieve for myself, my mother and for the community, " says Aicha, committed to supporting her mother in making her dream business a reality. Driven by her unwavering love for her daughters and the desire to create a better future, Aissata reaches out to her global community for support. As donations pour in and the momentum builds, the single mother's dream begins to take shape. With each contribution, she moves one step closer to opening the doors of her clothing shop and transforming her life. Together, we prove that with perseverance and generosity, anything is possible. "During my month-long stay in Conakry, Guinea, studying African Dance, I met Lamine, Aissata's husband, who was volunteering at the dance camp. His unexpected death in the first week led me to attend his funeral, where I first met Aissata and her two young daughters. This marked the beginning of a sixteen-year connection between my husband and me, and Aissata and her daughters, as we supported them in raising the girls." Helen Wildman Meehan Read more

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Why GoFundMe Articles and URLs Appear on Our Website and How We Support Other GoFundMe Campaigns

At LFEBridge Foundation, we are dedicated to creating a platform where individuals and organizations can maximize their fundraising efforts. As part of our commitment to supporting a wide range of causes, we incorporate articles and URLs from GoFundMe into our website. Here’s why you might see GoFundMe content on our site, how it benefits the fundraising community, and our relationship with GoFundMe:

1. Amplifying Reach for Fundraising Campaigns

Increased Visibility: By featuring GoFundMe articles and URLs on our platform, we help increase the visibility of various fundraising campaigns. This additional exposure can attract more donors and supporters, helping campaigns achieve their goals more quickly.
Cross-Promotional Opportunities: Highlighting campaigns from GoFundMe allows us to support a broader spectrum of causes and connect with a wider audience. This cross-promotion benefits both the campaign organizers and potential donors looking for causes to support.

2. Supporting Campaign Growth

Advertising and Promotion: We understand the importance of visibility in successful fundraising. By showcasing GoFundMe campaigns, we provide an advertising platform that helps these campaigns reach potential donors who might not have discovered them otherwise.
Strategic Partnerships: Collaborating with GoFundMe and featuring their campaigns on our site strengthens the fundraising ecosystem, ensuring that worthwhile causes receive the attention and support they deserve.

3. Expanding Donor Networks

Broader Donor Base: Featuring a variety of campaigns from different platforms helps diversify and expand the donor base. This means more people can learn about and contribute to a variety of causes, ultimately driving higher engagement and donations.
Enhanced Outreach: By integrating GoFundMe content, we help campaigns tap into new networks and communities, broadening their reach and potential impact.

How We Help Other GoFundMe Campaigns Grow

1. Featured Campaigns Section

Highlighting Noteworthy Campaigns: We have a dedicated section on our website where we feature noteworthy GoFundMe campaigns. This not only gives these campaigns a spotlight but also encourages visitors to explore and contribute to them.
Rotating Features: To ensure a diverse range of campaigns get visibility, we regularly rotate the featured campaigns. This continuous update keeps the content fresh and engaging for our audience.

2. Social Media Promotion

Sharing Across Platforms: We share selected GoFundMe campaigns on our social media channels to reach a broader audience. Our followers, in turn, can share these posts, amplifying the reach even further.
Engagement Strategies: Utilizing effective engagement strategies, such as storytelling and compelling visuals, we enhance the appeal of these campaigns, driving more traffic and donations.

3. Email Newsletters

Campaign Highlights: Our email newsletters often include highlights of impactful GoFundMe campaigns. By doing so, we bring these causes directly to the inboxes of our subscribers, encouraging more people to get involved and donate.
Donor Updates: We keep our donors informed about the progress and success of the campaigns they have supported, fostering a sense of community and continued engagement.

LFEBridge Foundation's Independence

It’s important to clarify that LFEBridge Foundation is an independent entity and is not part of or affiliated with GoFundMe. While we feature and support GoFundMe campaigns on our site, we operate as a separate foundation dedicated to collecting donations for various causes, similar to GoFundMe. Many of these causes are displayed on our website to provide donors with a wide range of options to support.

Conclusion

By featuring GoFundMe articles and URLs on our website, LFEBridge Foundation supports a wide array of fundraising campaigns, helping them gain the visibility and donations they need to succeed. Through our promotional efforts and strategic partnerships, we aim to create a robust and supportive environment for all fundraising initiatives.

For more information on how we support fundraising campaigns or to explore featured campaigns, visit https://LFEBridge.com or contact us at support@lfebridge.com.

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