Ho, ho, ho, here’s an unusual holiday celebration that:
- Takes the stress out of searching for the perfect yuletide gift
- Doesn’t require spending money on fancy party attire
- Says “yes” to participating in the spirit of giving, by actually declining to attend
THOUSAND OAKS — It’s the 18th Annual Black-Tie No-Show Dinner, a fun fundraising event to benefit The Greater Contribution, a So Cal non-profit that helps transform lives by providing micro loans to women in remote villages of Uganda so they can start their own businesses and lift their families out of poverty.
Brainchild of founder Karon Wright, the organization has already provided more than 30,000 micro loans since its inception in 2007, with an astounding 98% repayment rate. Rather than allocating funds toward party overhead, proceeds will go directly to empowering Ugandan women by believing in them. The three-year program includes literacy and business training and mentorship so they get a hand up, not a hand out.
The Greater Contribution is a 95% volunteer-based organization known for being frugal with low overhead so that the majority of all donations go directly to empowering Ugandan women. The touchstone of the non-profit organization is its ability to forge relationships, both with donors and benefactors.
The Greater Contribution’s formula for success makes dollars and sense. Typical incomes for women in Uganda prior to enrollment = .35cents per day; after completing the program = $17.73 per day (Increase of 405%).
“In the African culture where women are the breadwinners, our program creates sustainable incomes that foster pride with our participants and their communities,” says TGC President Karon Wright.
In this season of giving, supporting The Greater Contribution’s Black-Tie No-Show Dinner is a gift that Ugandan women will celebrate for years to come.
Donate today at greatercontribution.org Gift cards are also available.
*Editor’s note: Karon Wright is available for interview per request. Please contact lisa@lisacareypr.com or 818.424.3676.
MISSION STATEMENT — The Greater Contribution empowers impoverished women and girls in Uganda with compassion and respect. We provide financial support through micro loans, education, and development programs to reduce poverty, disease, hunger, illiteracy, and gender inequality. This assistance supports them in becoming equal partners in their families and respected members of their communities, opening doors to a more equitable and prosperous future.