Channel: VERSE

Category: Nonprofits & Activism

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Description: Thanks to you, her dreams have come true. Today, Jonalyne has something very special to share with you... Her full story: versestories.org/jonalynenadongaimpactstory Live donor map: vrse.org.uk/map From cleaning graves in a cemetery for £2 a day to survive, Jonalyne Nadonga now has a life she had only dreamed of. Together from 27 countries around the world you all came together to donate nearly £3000 to her. To put that in context - for Jonalyne that's approximately 5 years of salary! Since the success of her story, we've been closely documenting her Impact Story, to show you the difference your donation made.  With every story, we focus on supporting those in need in the most self sustainable way. Providing Jonalyne with the right tools to help her build a new future, whilst monitoring her progress along the way. Jonalyne has used half of the donations to build a shop, providing her with a daily income to support her son, and focusing on generating enough profit for them to buy a new home. The remaining and ongoing donations will go towards purchasing a place in the near future.  Very special thanks to: Teresa Buston and Bea Luga. Behind the scenes on Instagram: instagram.com/versestories Regular updates on Twitter: twitter.com/versestories Join the community on Facebook: fb.com/Versestories