Future trips 

Three trips were organised for 2008 with the last being in September. There are also two trips currently being organised for February and August 2009.

Now Angus Charities can Show High Standards

The Fundraising Standards Board (FRSB) is calling on more charities in Angus to join the self regulation scheme for fundraising and follow the example set by Capstone Projects which is based in Carnoustie and by two Dundee based organisations, the Brittle Bone Society and the Factory Skatepark.  These three organisations have all joined the FRSB, agreeing to be open and fair, honest and legal in how they go about asking for funds.

Derek Marshall, a Director of Capstone Projects, said:

“Capstone Projects relies on the generosity of a wide range of grant making trusts, individuals and businesses to support our projects that make such a difference to the lives of people in Uganda. It is vital that they know that they can trust how we go about asking for money and support.  Membership of the FRSB provides that trust and I would encourage other Angus charities to get the tick. ”

Northmuir Primary donate £919.16 to Uganda School project

Coffee Exchange Customers give over £10,000 to projects

Customers of the coffee shop have been amazing staff with gifts for the projects. So far over £10,000 has been given to fund a variety of projects, from new football strips for Dundee West Under 10’s football club, to £2,600 worth of antibiotics, anti-malaria drugs and medical equipment for Living Water Medical Centre in Lugazi, Uganda and an astonishing £5,100 gift to fund the fitting out and opening of a maternity wing at the same Medical Centre. A gift of £800 through Coffee Exchange also helped complete the purchase of a mini bus for a community group on Panay Island in the Philippines and also one in Romania.

Our thanks go to our customers at Coffee Exchange for their generosity in helping make a difference and to the manager Liz Brown and her staff for their hard work.

Uganda Trips, 2007

During 2007, 3 teams visited the projects in Uganda helping work on the street children project, Medical Centre and construction work, along with conducting several conferences for pastors, church members and youth leaders.

Capstone Child Development Centre

The Centre, refurbished in partnership with World Orphans, is now home to 41 orphans / former Street Children. One of Capstone's Directors, Brian Young is hoping to co-ordinate support for the centre.

Discussions also took place with the management team at the centre as to how best Capstone can support the ongoing work and development of the project. Work is ongoing at this time to purchase and develop adjoining property which will allow the expansion of the project and allow the child development centre to fully comply with government requirements and guidelines for best practise.

Skills Training Centre

The site for the skills training centre was purchased and the new building in nearing completion. It is hoped the centre, once refurbished and staffed, will train students in Joinery, Metalwork, Tailoring, Bricklaying and possibly Agriculture. Bill Pitt hopes to take forward the project to conclusion and Derrick Marshall is exploring a trading arm and retail outlet locally to sell goods produced and help sustainability. The local town council and MP were very supportive of the project and the positive impact they hope such initiatives can have on the Economic Development of Lugazi. It is hoped the the first intake of student will take place in March 2008, and is anticipated that 30 - 40 students per year will receive training in one of the above trades. Capstone Projects have been delighted to receive a grant of over £18,000 from Lloyds TSB foundation for Scotland to help with the construction and development of this project.

Living Water Medical Centre & Dispensary

The project has now been operating for nearly 2 years and has already treated over 3,100 patients.  The centre also looks after the well being of the residents at the Child Development Centre.  

Phase 1 of the Clinic opened in Feb 2006 and thanks to the generosity of one of the customers at Coffee Exchange in Dundee through a gift of £5,100 we were able, immediately upon returning from a recent trip to Uganda, give the go ahead for phase 2 of the Medical Centre providing Maternity services,  which became operational in July 2007.

Capstone Projects cover all monthly salaries for 15 staff including; Doctors, Nurses, Lab Technicians and Support Staff.

The management team of the Medical Centre discussed options to achieve long term future sustainability with team members during the trips.

Proposed Primary School

We are currently looking to identify a new site for a 4-5 classroom school. It is anticipated that this will provide classroom space for between 150-200 children.

The cost to construct, equip and provide salaries for the first two years of the project will be in the region of £40,000.

Future Trips

3 trips are planned for 2008; March, July and September.

If you are interested in joining our teams for future trips then please contact us and we will be delighted to discuss the dates, costs and Itinerary further with you.

If you would like more information about Capstone Projects or would like to support the work or interested in joining a team please contact:

Derek Marshall

Capstone Projects

C/O Factory Skatepark

15 Balunie Drive

Dundee

DD4 8PS

Tel:  01382 509586

Mb:  07950 026736

Email: derekmarshall@capstoneprojects.org.uk

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