Bob & Cindy 2024
$310 - left over from 2023
$10,310
$133 to support Mind2Love Secular Orphanage in Liberia - with a Corn Mill for sustainability.
$158 to Mozambique - to provide food to people Cabo Delgado who are survivors of terrorism caused by the Muslim extremist group Al-Shabab. HuMAN has nine humanist partners there, who feed 175 people in the village
$50 - warm wool clothes for Dalits in Kathmandu slum (above & below)- socks & long-sleeve shirts
$15 to “Haybe Magan” ex-Muslim humanist orphan in Somaliland. His face is hidden because he’d be killed if his apostasy was revealed.
He says, “After my father and mother died, I was placed in a strict orphanage where I faced brutal punishment for not memorizing religious texts and the Qur'an. This early trauma, coupled with access to critical literature, ignited a quest for freedom and truth that ultimately led me to leave Islam. I left my religion, but I am struggling in life and there is no one to help me because I am an orphan. I struggle to earn enough money each month to pay for my house rent.
I would love to continue my college education, but I need assistance with the $100 semester fee.”
$25 to N’Djamena Humanist Mutual Aid - to buy farmland and offer workshops in Zai No-Til Regenerative gardening, plus sell produce.
$70 Nana Aboki, female 21-year-old humanist in Nigeria, to start chicken ranch
She says,
“My freedom from religious indoctrination started,when I escaped from a 55 years old man I was forcefully married to against my will when I was 16 years old. My father gave me in marriage to someone I didn’t like, though my mother didn’t support the marriage but she couldn’t stop it. My mother also had to obey my father according to Islamic rites. When I started rebelling against my father’s decision I was taken to Islamic Scholars, who preached to me that Prophet Muhammad married Aisha when she was 8 and he was 50. Aisha obeyed her father and she was guaranteed Paradise in life after death. All their preaching went in vain because I already knew that Islam had nothing to offer except keep its followers from freedom.
When I escaped religion and forceful marriage against my will, I was disowned by my parents. A relative accepted me and gave me space to stay. I want to startup a business and be financially stable, that’s why I am asking for $115 to start a poultry business /chicken ranch.”
THANK YOU.
$96 to Tiffany Shungu Chibanda in Zimbabwe for her clothing store
Tiffany Shungu Chibanda is not your average clothing supplier. She is a secular humanist, a survivor, and a dreamer. She is a woman who turned her life around after spending six months behind bars for a crime she regrets. She is a woman who found her passion and purpose in the colorful fabrics and threads that she transforms into beautiful garments.
Tiffany was born and raised in Harare, Zimbabwe, where she was brought up in a strict Christian family. She had to attend church every Sunday, pray every day, and follow the Bible’s teachings. She had to work as a domestic worker from a young age, earning low wages and enduring harsh conditions. She often felt oppressed and unhappy, but she believed that God had a plan for her and that she would be rewarded in heaven.
In 2020, she was arrested by the police for assaulting a customer who refused to pay for her clothes. She was sentenced to six months in prison, where she faced harsh conditions and brutal treatment. She was beaten by guards, harassed by inmates, and denied basic rights and dignity.
During her incarceration, she began to question her faith and the meaning of existence. She realized that God was not listening to her prayers and that he had abandoned her. She decided to renounce her religion a few years later and embraced secular humanism as her worldview. She also developed an interest in clothing after learning about its benefits for self-expression, creativity, and empowerment. Clothing is a form of art that can reflect one’s personality, mood, and style. Clothing can also boost one’s confidence, self-esteem, and happiness. Clothing can also create opportunities for social interaction, communication, and networking. Her vision extends beyond personal redemption, aiming for owning a prominent clothing shop in the CBD. She wants to expand her business and diversify her products. She also wants to invest in a permanent location, display, and inventory. She hopes to access more markets and customers, both locally and nationally. She also dreams of forming a cooperative with other clothing suppliers and creating a brand for their products.
$85 to Esther Gyimah in Ghana for her school tuition.
She says, “Humanists are accountable to humanity, not to a deity. We give our lives meaning through how we live.
Securing a $100 fund is crucial for my final year thesis on the prevalence of contraceptives in our community. This financial support will enable me to conduct comprehensive surveys, purchase necessary materials, and engage in interviews with healthcare professionals. The funds will facilitate data collection, analysis, and the creation of informative materials for community awareness. By investing in this research, we aim to contribute valuable insights into improving reproductive health education and accessibility to contraceptives, ultimately fostering a healthier and informed community. Your support will play a pivotal role in advancing this essential research for the betterment of our community's well-being.”
$70 for Fatime Abdoulaye in Chad for her college tuition fees.
She says, “I am an orphan who is studying microbiology with emphasis on epidemiology and the spread of diseases. I need $100 for my college tuition fees.
Being a student of public health, I am well-educated about the causes and history of natural phenomena. I am a science person. My university education liberated me.
I learned about Darwin’s theory of evolution as an explanation for the origin of our species. I learned about the cell germ theory of disease to know how diseases happen and I studied epidemiology to know how diseases spread. By my third year, in the university, I shed all my religious indoctrination and became an atheist.
I am a humanist because humanism is based on logic, human experience and the scientific understanding of our universe. Our world is better thanks to humanism and education. These two are the key to a better future.”
$722 spent in January
$9,588 left in the account
February expenses
$103 to Danju, a closeted Maiduguri ex-Muslim, for her tailoring business.
Danju says, “I was born to a polygamous family, I lost my mother when I was 7 years old. My belief in sciences and education led me to question many teachings of Islam and other traditional beliefs. I once risked my life trying to protect an old woman 78 years of age, she was accused of witchcraft. As a Humanist I could not fold my arms and watch that woman maltreated. I argued the community members that nothing like witchcraft exists on earth. I said the old woman was innocent and I saved her from harm.
But after that I was accused of witchcraft and even my family members accused me. The community became unbearable for me to continue staying there. I had to relocate and leave the community and live a peaceful life somewhere else.
I have a tailoring skill, I am struggling to establish a tailoring center to pay for my needs. I am hereby applying for $100 grant from HuMAN to help me start my own business.”
$113 to Socio Meds Humanist Pharmacy in Kathmandu, Nepal. The co-owners Pooja Koirala and Sonnu Kaphle are members of Nepal Association of Secular Humanists (NASH). The project subsidizes medicine supplies so the pharmacy can sell them at 25% off, to assist low-income customers.
$103 to Lassa Ali, Male, Age: 29 - he is a closeted ex-Muslim in Nigeria - to start a fast food business to feed his family
Lassa says, “I am an Ex-Muslim, I am residing in Magaji Town with my mother, sister and 2 brothers. We are from Jan Village. We were victims of Book Haram attacks many times, I use to run a provision store that was brought down by an insurgency. My sister was among the kidnapped school girls by Boko Haram, after 2 years in captivity she gained her freedom, rescued by the military. I also lost my father to the insurgency.
I am the first born of my family I take care of my mother, sister and 2 brothers. Abandoning religion is a very serious threat to my life, I am hunted by Islamic radicals. I requesting $100 to start a fast food business to take care of myself and family”
$135 to Ghana to teach vocational soap-making to at-risk women and girls in a slum. The workshop is taught by our partner Kumasi Humanist Mutual Aid.
$100 to Ethiopia - Vocational Baking Workshop taught to 39 women by Kolla Women Liberation Collective.
$115 to Ghana to Takoradi Humanist Women - to teach Sex Education and distribute sanitary pads & contraceptives
$760 was spent in February
$8,828 remains in the account
$310 to Socio Meds Humanist Pharmacy in Kathmandu Nepal. Sonnu Kaphle and Pooja Koirala are the co-owners; they are both members of Nepal Association of Secular Humanists (NASH). The funds for this project provide the following: 1. Intimate care products (10,070Rs =76.16$) V-wash solution (266*15) =3990rs, Miconazole ointment (230*9) =2070rs, Infect V (110*19) =2090rs, Pads (160*12) =1920rs, 2. Medicine (20,125Rs =152.21$), Azithromycin (150*30) = 4500rs, Fluconazole (24*100) = 2400rs, Ornidazole (100*30) = 3000, Candid B Ointment (243*15) =3645, Candid Powder (200*8) =1600, Betadine Solution (150*15) =2250, Cloben G (182*15) =2730, 3. Contraceptives (8000Rs =60.50$), Levonorgestrel tablet (80*25) =2000, Safety (50*20) = 1000, Oral Contraceptives pills (80*20) =1600, Hormonal birth control pills (80*20) = 1600, Misoprostol + Mifepristone (on doctor’s prescription (600*3) = 1800
$25 to Liberia, to the Mind2Love Secular Orphanage - to pay the school fees for Fatu. She is 8 years old, she will attend ALCAH elementary School, her favorite subjects are English, mathematics and drawing, she Wants to be a Fine art Teacher.
She was given to the orphanage by the community, she was taken away from her step mother who is a very cruel woman who took out Fatu's fathe’rs bad relationship with her on innocent Fatu. The community saw that Fatu needs to be in a safe space so she was taken away from her mother and given to us to be taken care of. She has been with us for 4 years.
$103 to Chad to teach computer skills & humanism to children & humanists. Usman (our partner) says, “For the Children class, Our target is to teach 25 children from the street of n'djamena chad who are of the ages of 6 to 15 years. They will be trained on the introduction to history, parts and types of a computer system. They will be introduced to basic Computer operations and softwares and finally they will be taught how to surf the internet and access data and information. For lessons in humanism, they will be taught critical thinking, fact checking and myths and superstitions. They will also be taught what humanism is, in theory using a discussion base approach. Their classes will last for 7 days and it will be held in the morning till 12 noon when presumably their energy level will be high.
For adults The classes will also be taken for 7 days and the participants will be the 14 members of our mutual aid group, although we will be open to invitation from friends and anyone who wants to join will be welcomed. We will teach the adults introduction to the internet, How to use Artificial Intelligence especially Chat gpt to fact check and get resources. We will teach them introduction to Google scholars and how to get scholarly materials and scientific papers on any subject that they might want and finally they will be taught how to use all Microsoft office suites till they are a bit proficient to do independent study. For Humanism they will be taught advanced critical thinking by showing them lessons pre recorded on udemy, they will be taught the history of the scientific methods, They will be introduced to modern humanist authors and a soft copy of the collection of their work that is available free on the internet will be distributed.”
$135 to Gabar Christy in Nigeria to teach at Tai Solarin Humanist School. She is 32 years old. She graduated from the Federal University of Technology in Minna in from the department of Urban And Regional Studies. She teaches Mathematics, French, and Fine-Art at Tai Solarin School. She lives at the Safe House with her child.
She says, “I embrace humanism because it believes in the dignity, worth, and potential of every individual. It encourages us to have empathy, to imbibe equality and critical thinking, and promotie human flourishing and societal progress. Humanism celebrates diversity, advocates for human rights, and seeks to alleviate suffering through compassion and reason, inspiring a more prosperous world. I believe humanism can help us become better people particularly in Nigeria that is torn apart by bigotry, hatred and greed.”
$15 to Ethiopia for Selam Liya (25 years) - Popcorn Business. She says, “Funding will be used to buy a modernized popcorn making machine that will reduce much hard work and these popcorn made from these machines I can sell and make money from them. I will also buy a bag of corn from the fund. I will also buy packaging materials and honey that will all be used in the production of the popcorn.”
$55 to Liberia to the Mind2Love Secular Oprhanage to pay the school fees of Emmanuel. He is 5 Years old, he attends Greater Heights Primary school, his favorite subjects are Maths and Elementary Science, He wants to be a Mechanical Engineer, and He Loves playing with Toy Cars.
Emmanuel was given to the orphanage by his cousin who is a struggling bachelor. He wanted Emmanuel to have a family to warm up to.
$47 to Evelyn Mafulul Andong in Nigeria - she buys and sells Irish potatoes to other humanists throughout the nation
$120 to Maradi Humanist Mutual Aid in Niger - to buy 40 25-liter water storage containers for humanists
$70 to Liberia, to the Mind2Love Secular Orphanage, to pay the school fees of Josephine. She is 9 years old, she goes to Greater Heights Primary School, her favorite subjects are French, Home Management and Agriculture, her hobby is Knitting, and he wants to be a Seamstress. She was found abandoned on the street.
$105 to Salahudeen Maimunat in Nigeria to teach at Tai Solarin Humanist School. She was born in June 2006, she is 18 years old and the youngest of the teachers in the school. She is a high school graduate who majored in the arts. She is looking towards studying law in the university but still need to pass the UTME placement exam.
At Tai Solarin Humanist School she is a teaching assistant and head of the nursery classes. She teaches them basic writing and diction classes and how to draw. She also takes care of the health and hygiene of the students who are less than 5. Her hobbies include singing, drawing and reading literature from diverse countries.
She says, “I am a humanist because I am passionate about the emancipation of women and most of the victims of organized religion are women. The backward ideas associated with religion are very repulsive and their patriarchal approach delays the development of women. Feminism is the most and important reason humanism appeals to me.”
$100 to Godfrey Selbar in Nigeria for his Rice, Beans and Yams business
$55 to Liberia, to the Mind2Love Secular Orphanage, to pay the school fees of Kou. She is 8 years old, her favorite subjects are English and Social Studies, and she wants to be a Teacher. She was found abandoned in the street and was brought to the orphanage.
$1,130 was spent in March
$7,698 remains in the account
April expenses
$102 to Jamila Zayad, closeted ex-Muslim single mother. Age: 24 Gender: Female - Jamila is an Ex-Muslim and a single mother. Her disbelief in Islam became a very serious threat to her life and her baby. In her community giving birth out of wedlock is a taboo, she was rejected by many of her family members, friends and relatives. However, she’s known to be an apostate of Islam and the maltreatment against her increased seriously. Jamila has left her initial community for safety and start a new life. When life became so miserable to her, thought of ending her own life. But she was convinced by fellow humanist that suicide is never an option, she abandoned the suicidal thought. Jamila is seeking for $100 grant to start local restaurant business to take care of herself and her baby.
$102 to Mozambique Humanist Survivors to buy tools, organic pesticides, and fertilizers for their yam garden.
$205 to Maradi Humanist Mutual Aid in Niger Republic, to build a Silo for grain storage. (photo below)
$130 for Sex Education class at Lokutarra Leadership Academy in Kerala, India - for Dalit and Tribal students
$162 to Nigeria, to Isatou Kabara, for medical care, she has an infected leg.
She says: “I am writing to you in great pains. I am a poor humanist who has no family support. I am obese and have a cyst in my legs. It is causing me so much pain that I cannot work nor help myself do anything. I have personally begged and begged people for assistant without any. I will be glad if you esteemed organization can help me with any money that can help me take care of the leg so that a proper doctors can check. Please help me out of my pitiful condition. I have attached pictures of my leg for you to see the situations of things for yourself. I understand they are difficult to look but I need you to understand how serious I need help.
There is a lot of Abscess pus in it so it needs a little bit of tearing up operation and cleansing after that I will be placed on antibiotics. It will require $135. The leg keep bringing out pus. I am sorry you have to see the legs like this.”
$699 spent in April
$6,999 remains in the account
May
$110 to Jahzara Selam in Ethiopia for her business making children’s clothes.
She says, “I am a professional in knitting to produce children's clothes. I want to start making knitted socks, mittens, sweaters, cardigan and head warmers. I want to be selling this for gain. I need funds to buy wool, scissors, needles, tape rulers.”
$180 to Ghana to Takoradi Humanist Women to teach Candle-Making as a sustainable vocation to their fifteen members.
$125 to Thoon Thiri - humanist from Myanmar, now a refugee in Thailand - she needs $ for rent, electricity & water bill
She says, “ I am a humanist who has been actively opposing the military dictatorship in Myanmar.
I do not believe in the existence of gods. I believe we should rely on critical thinking in navigating life's complexities - not religious doctrines or divine guidance. From February 2021 to January 2024, I participated in demonstrations, held slogans, marched with fellow protesters, provided drinking water and masks to protesters, and published political reviews and essays on Facebook and Telegram to raise political awareness among students.
Our organization, "Towards - ဆီသ," played a crucial role in the pro-democracy effort, organizing strikes, even though large demonstrations in Yangon were violently suppressed.
I stayed in safe houses in Yangon and participated in road strikes. On January 11, the army raided my safe house, but I narrowly escaped in a harrowing experience. I managed to evade capture and continue my activities, but eventually I was forced to leave Myanmar.
I am currently in Mae Sot, Thailand. I have no income, and I need to pay rent, electricity and water bills, to stabilize my situation.“
$110 to Ethiopia to Mesfin Bertulan (27 years) to start a frozen meat business.
She says, “I need the funds to get a small used refrigerator, with this refrigerator I can start selling all kinds of frozen food that are in high demand. On top of the list is CHicken, Prawn, Turkey, Fishes of all Sort, Gizzard. These are all household protein sources that will always be needed at home. These can guarantee me profits I can use for family finance.”
$125 for Ruth Pa - ex-Baptist humanist refugee from Myanmar, now she’s in Thailand, she needs $ for PTSD treatment and living costs
She says, “my name is Ruth Pa, and I am 24 years old. I am of Chin ethnicity (a minority group in Myanmar) I was raised in a Baptist Christian household, I adhered to the religious practices and traditions of my people. However, as I matured and explored modern ideas, I began to perceive religion as oppressive to human existence.
When I moved from Chin State to Yangon to attend university, I became acquainted with an atheist student, who also came from a Baptist-Christian background and he had become a skeptic. His thoughts and perspectives greatly influenced me. Over time, I realized that it was Christianity that was preventing me from fully embracing my humanity, and I decided to abandon this belief system.
During the 2021 coup d'état, I participated in protests alongside the Chin people in Yangon. While supporting these movements, I had to live in hiding. In July 2022, the coup forces captured me. As a woman and a member of a non-Burman ethnic group, I endured severe torture in the prison interrogation center, including repeated beatings, head injuries, and sexual abuse. I was released from prison in December 2023, but I could no longer live safely in Myanmar. With the help of some friends, I escaped to Mae Sot, Thailand.
Given the trauma I experienced in prison, I am currently undergoing PTSD and mental health treatment and regularly consult with mental health specialists. Additionally, I have congenital heart disease. I am presently unemployed, facing financial difficulties, and living with friends.
Each appointment for congenital heart disease cost around $30-$60USD depending on the length and the context of the appointment. Also, daily food cost is around $10 for an individual. I will be using your assistance to cover my medical expenses and general living costs.”
$45 to construct a Science Classroom for Tai Solarin Humanist School in Minna, Nigeria
$135 for Maternity Care supplies sold at 20% discount to impoverished women at Socio Meds Humanist Pharmacy in Kathmandu, Nepal.
$95 to Zimbabwe to help Farai Moyo improve her farm productivity of maize, sorghum, rapoko, groundnuts, round-nuts and beans.
$110 to Habesha Munit in Ethiopia to start a laundry and dry cleaning business.
She says, “I will buy a streaming iron, small washing machine, starch, plastic bowl and start collecting people's fabric to wash.”
$70 to N’Djamena Humanist in Chad - for their Zai project of planting 3,000 bean and corn seeds in recycled water & soda pop bottles
$100 to Thwe Thwe Tin Saw - humanist ex-Buddhist single mother from Myanmar - now a refugee in Thailand - needs $ for food and rent
She says: “I was born into a Buddhist family but I learned that praying doesn’t work. I don’t want people and myself to spend energy on praying because it is useless. Also, I don’t believe in unproven concepts such as life after death. That’s why I’m an atheist in Buddhist society.
I am 29 years old, a single mother, a humanist who participated in the Food Not Bombs movement in Yangon and human rights events. Right now, I am in Chiang Mai, Thailand, to flee the conscription law. I am disgusted that people are still being killed by the soldiers.
Thai police are very cruel with Burmese and extort money. If they don't like us, they hand us over to the Myanmar army. I will spend the money to feed myself and my child, and to pay for housing.”
$1,160 spent in May
$5,839 remains in the account
June expenses
$125 to Nang Lim Om - ex-Buddhist humanist in Myanmar needs $ for food & rent
She says, “My name is Nang Yim Om, and I am 21 years old. I belong to the Shanni ethnic group and come from a Buddhist tradition that is sexist and patriarchal. For example, my opinions are generally dismissed because I am a woman. My assertion is that the Buddha was not a creator god but merely a philosopher who taught a way of life is - but this is not accepted in Shanni tradition. Consequently, I have become an atheist.
During the 2021 coup d'état, many people in our provincial town protested against the Burmese military dictatorship. In response, the Shanni youth formed the People's Defense Force to oppose the military regime. This led to conflicts with the Shanni Nationalities Army (SNA), an ally of the Burmese military, resulting in numerous casualties and widespread devastation, including the burning of villages and the displacement of many people.
Fearing conscription, my parents sent me to Yangon. Currently, I am working part-time as a waitress in a restaurant. Simultaneously, I am studying graphic design to support myself. The $ from your assistance will be allocated towards my rent, and food expenses.”
$175 to Tai Solarin Humanist School in Minna, Nigeria - for Phase One of construction in a larger building to expand enrollment.
$125 to Khin May Yi Htun. - ex-Buddhist Burmese atheist hiding from military needs $ for food, rent& medicine
She says, “I come from a Buddhist family. During my university years, I experienced religious oppression, which resulted in the loss of my basic human rights. It has been incredibly frustrating to confront numerous stereotypes suggesting that women are incapable of performing tasks traditionally assigned to men according to religious doctrines. A religious leader once told me that I was born a girl in this life because I did not perform many good deeds in my past life. This form of oppression is unacceptable to me and did not make any sense, leading me to become an atheist.
After the coup of 2021, I met a member of the Student Union named Za Gwel. He shared his perspectives on religion and highlighted how we are being oppressed by religious doctrines, supporting his arguments with factual evidence. His insights influenced my views on religion and the misogynistic society I face.
I was employed by the government, but after the military coup, I resigned from my position and joined the civil disobedience movement. A few months later, I received an email from the government organization, requesting my return to my former position. Those who refuse to return are hunted down and arrested by the military. Consequently, I was forced to hide in a village in the Sagaing Region. Due to the intense civil war, our village was bombarded by warplanes and burned by the military, forcing us to flee our homes and seek safety elsewhere.
As a result, I am currently struggling with rent, living expenses, and obtaining necessary medications.”
$140 for Freedom Humanist Orphanage in Farcha, Chad - to purchase food for the 20 orphans. The budget is: 1. Grains and Staples ($100) Millet, rice, and sorghum: Essential for daily energy requirements. Quantity: Approximately 100 kg total. Vegetables ($70) Tomatoes, carrots, spinach, okra: Rich in vitamins and minerals. Quantity: Approximately 70 kg total. Fruits ($50) Mangoes, bananas, guavas: Provide essential vitamins and fiber. Quantity: Approximately 50 kg total. Proteins ($60) Beans, peanuts, and locally sourced fish: Essential for growth and repair. Quantity: Approximately 30 kg total. Cooking Oil and Spices ($20) Palm oil and local spices: Necessary for cooking and enhancing flavor. Quantity: Sufficient for a month’s supply.
$125 to Yamin Yu Koa - ex-Buddhist from Myanmar in hiding needs $ for her rent and medical expenses
She says, “I was raised in a Buddhist family but during my college years, I became acquainted with feminist ideas and began to critically examine Theravada Buddhism. I came to believe that it imposed significant gender-based restrictions on women. This realization led me to reassess my beliefs and eventually identify as an atheist since 2017. My growing disillusionment with the alignment of Buddhist monks and military dictators in spreading religious propaganda further solidified my stance.
I am a 24-year-old graduate from the International Relations Department at East Yangon University. My involvement in the protests following the coup, particularly with the student union, resulted in me being placed on a wanted list. Consequently, I had to seek refuge and live away from my family. Living alone has posed numerous challenges, especially because I suffer from asthma, and the current transportation conditions in my area make it difficult to obtain necessary medications.
I need money for rent and asthma medication.”
$125 for Aye Sandar - ex-Christian refugee from Myanmar - needs money for surgery
She says, “My name is Aye Sandar, and I am 24 years old. Originally from Mawlamyine, I pursued my studies in the Mathematics Department at Mawlamyine University.
I was raised in a Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) family. However, I have always been inquisitive, which fueled my passion for studying and reading numerous non-fiction books, including scientific literature and anthropological articles. From a young age, I questioned various beliefs, such as the discrepancy between the Bible's description of the world as square and science's assertion that the world is shaped like an egg. During my time at university, I had the opportunity to engage with several atheist students, and through our discussions, I embraced atheism.
Currently, I am seeking employment in Chiang Mai and living with my elder sister. Unfortunately, I am facing a significant health challenge. My doctor has diagnosed a cyst in my uterus, necessitating surgery. Unfortunately, the healthcare costs in Thailand are considerably higher compared to Myanmar, making this situation financially burdensome.
Your assistance would greatly alleviate my medical expenses and help facilitate my surgery, for which I would be deeply grateful.
Yours sincerely,
Aye Sandar a.lilysandar091@gmail.com
$60 to Bihar, India for APNA School to purchase 750 Stayfree sanitary pads for the Dalit girl students.
$85 to Chad for Solar Panel Recharging Station for Humanists in N’Djamena. This represents one-third of the $300 grant for:
Solar Panel ($180) with a total capacity of approximately 200 watts.
Battery and Charge Controller ($70) to store energy for use during non-sunny periods.
Wiring and Multiple Outlets ($50) for device charging.
Total $300
$100 to Mozambique for Blacksmith Vocational Workshop. Budget is Blacksmith Tools (Hammers, Tongs, Anvils, Files) ■ Cost: $12 / Safety Gear (Gloves, Goggles, Aprons): ■ Cost: $50 / Metal Recycling Materials ■ Cost: $30 / Temporary Workshop Space Rental ■ Cost: $50 for one month / Basic Workshop Equipment (Workbenches, Storage for Tools) ■ Cost: $30 for the 7 humanist / Stipend for Local Blacksmith Trainer ■ Cost: $20
$1,060 spent in June
$4,779 remains in the account
Khin Mon - ex-Muslim in Myanmar - needs $60 for rent and work documents
She says, “I am 23 years old. I am a graduate from the English Department at Mandalay University. I was raised in a Muslim family, which exposed me to the oppression of women in Islam. This led me to outspoken opposition to my family's sexist attitudes, and to physical punishment, particularly from my father, due to the religious beliefs dominating our household.
This caused me to become disillusioned with all religions.
I decided to left my home, I live alone, and support myself. When the conscription law was enforced in February 2024, I was compelled to leave Burma and enter Thailand illegally.
Currently, I am working as a bedroom cleaner at a hotel near Mae Sot. Without valid documentation recognized by the Thai government, I suffer exploitation from my employers.
I would allocate half of the $120 towards my rent and living expenses. The remaining amount would be used to obtain legal documents, ensuring my safety and legal recognition in Thailand.
Sincerely,
Khin Mon
khinmonk20@gmail.com
$100 to Socio Meds Humanist Pharmacy in Kathmandu, Nepal, for menopausal medicines for impoverished women.
Budget Hormone replacement therapy(HRT) Valesestradiol - $135 / Deviry 10 mg (medroxyprogesterone) - $14 / Premarin 0.625mg(conjugated oestrogen) - $45 / Ovral G(norgestrel and estradiol ) - $24 / Bontiv plus, Vita –CM, Vit-o fort softgel capsules, Alcal D, Polybion - $82 —Total $300 + wiring $12
$125 to Myanmar for Hlaing Ei - Ex-Buddhist refugee - needs $ for diabetes medicine
She says, “I graduated from Phyu University with a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry. I come from a Buddhist background. However, my perspectives on religion underwent a significant transformation when I became involved with the student union (ABFSU) and encountered numerous fellow students with different viewpoints on religion, leading to a complete shift in my own perspectives.
I now believe many of the current social problems are due to religion’s negative influence..
Presently, I am living and working as a refugee in Chiang Mai on an allowance that barely covers my expenses. My mother is diabetic, and your support would alleviate our financial burdens and contribute to my mother's health and well-being.”
Hlaing Ei
h.e.swe.coordinator@proton.me
Thin Thel Bo - ex-Buddhist needs $125 for her pregnancy
She says, “As a traditional Buddhist woman, I experienced gender-based discrimination and oppression throughout my life in our conservative environment. Initially, I struggled with my identity as a woman, believing that my gender was the root of my hardships. However, through self-education in philosophy and science, I came to understand that the issue lies not with my identity, but with the societal structures in place.
The recent events in Myanmar, particularly the 2021 coup d'état, have exacerbated the economic crisis, impacting individuals like myself who come from low-income backgrounds. I am currently pregnant, and the financial strain on our family has become more pronounced. My husband has taken on work in Thailand, despite the risks of working illegally, in order to support our family and cover the expenses related to my pregnancy. However, he has faced challenges in securing stable employment.
Therefore, I humbly request your assistance in alleviating some of the financial burdens we are facing. Any support provided will be used solely for the necessary expenses associated with the birth of my child.”
$210 for one-third of cost of Laundromat to support Freedom Children Humanist Orphanage in Chad.
Budget Breakdown
● Equipment and Setup Costs: $400 (including washing machine ($294) dryers ($50), steaming irons ($50), and initial supplies ($6))
● Space rent for a year ($150 include agreement and agency fee)
● Wiring ($20)
● Flyers for promotion ($10)
● Packaging nylons ($20)
$100 to Benin LGBTQ Humanist Safe House - to rent a building to accommodate five LGBTQ women. The safe house will also extend its services to other oppressed minorities, including ex-Muslims and victims of domestic violence. This initiative aims to provide a secure and supportive environment for individuals facing discrimination and violence, offering them a chance to rebuild their lives in safety. The Safe Haven project aims to create a lifeline for vulnerable individuals facing extreme challenges due to their identity and circumstances.
Budget — Rent: $250, Furniture: $50
$75 to The Philippines for Children’s Digital Literacy two-day workshop to empower children with the necessary tools to become informed and discerning digital citizens.
Objectives
1. Educate: Provide children with an understanding of global media and its impact.
2. Equip: Teach children how to critically evaluate information from social media and other online sources.
3. Empower: Encourage responsible and ethical use of social media and online platforms.
4. Engage: Foster active participation and critical thinking through interactive sessions and activities.
$90 to Yay Chan Sin - a grassroots organization in Yangon, Myanmar, that was founded in May, 2023. It promotes fair access to wholesome food for all communities and its core tenet is that every person has an equal right to food, education, and prosperity. Hunger and a lack of education are two major obstacles faced by the millions of impoverished and homeless children that inhabit Burma.
These funds will provide 160 healthy meals to homeless children. (40 children four times a week) The meals are rice, eggs, and vegetables.
$205 to Ghana, to teach Palm Frond Weaving (making household items) to 10 humanist women and 10 community members.
Project Objectives:
1 To train 20 women in crafting with palm fronds to make hand fans, window blinds, mats, and hand-bags.
2 To empower women by providing them with entrepreneurial skills that can help them generate income.
3 To promote sustainable and eco-friendly products within the community.
BUDGET
Craft Materials (palm fronds, thread, dye, etc.) 220
Training Venue Rental 20
Training Handouts and Materials 30
Refreshments for Participants 20
Stipends for Trainers (2 trainers) 10
$76 to Myanmar for Yu Mon - ex-Buddhist single mother - needs $ for daughter’s school
She says, “My name is Yu Mon, and I am 28 years old. I married at an early age and had a baby when I was around 22 years old. Unfortunately, a few months after our baby was born, my ex-husband left and cheated on me.
Being from a Buddhist family, I always disliked the tendency to blame and judge people based on the belief that everything happens because of fate and our past lives. After my ex-husband left, people blamed me, saying it was all my fault due to something I did wrong in a past life, perhaps even destroying someone’s family. They attributed my suffering to karma.
I spent many days crying with my fatherless baby, feeling that religion was man-made to control and judge us. This led me to read books on atheism, and I eventually decided to identify as an atheist.
Now, I live in Yangon with my 7-year-old daughter. I sell clothes and rent a small apartment in Tharketa township. Despite the challenges, I am determined to provide a better life for my daughter.
I am writing to ask for your support. If you could help, I would be able to pay for my daughter's school expenses and our rent, and also save some money for the coming months.
Sincerely,
Yu Mon
nwayyumon0231@gmail.com
$101 to Niger Republic - for Mariama Mamadou, lesbian humanist, for basic needs. Budget includes Rice (20kg) $15 - Beans (10kg) $7 - Recipes $8 - Cooking oil $10 - Clothes $15 - Undergarments $5 - Shoes $5 - Business investment - $35
$1,352 spent in July
$3,437 remains in the account
August allocations
· $105 to Nigeria to Fatima Ali, ex-Muslim closeted humanist single mother who needs food $ for child and herself
She says, “My name is Fatima I am a 27-year-old single mother. I am from Maiduguri Northeastern Nigeria; I am an apostate of Islam and I am Kanuri by tribe. Islamic Religion indoctrination is an orientation of my tribe. Lack of freedom of women is a normal thing in my community. A woman has to be submissive all the time, even if their rights are violated. I have secretly gotten my freedom after independently reasoning and knowing that all what is indoctrinated to me is a mere lie. However, I cannot reveal my perception about religion for fear of being hated, neglected or even killed. Some people became suspicious about me, the way I live my life.
I want to be financially independent and stay strong. I am hereby asking for $100 grant to startup small business of food vendor to support myself and my little baby. Thank you.”
$90 to Chad for Recycled Tyre Shoe Making Training Initiative to create a sustainable and educational enterprise in N'Djamena, Chad. By repurposing expired tyres into footwear, the project will provide vocational training to humanist boys, equipping them with valuable skills in shoemaking and promoting environmental sustainability through recycling. The Recycled Tyre Shoe Making Training Initiative offers a practical solution to waste management while providing valuable skills to young individuals in N'Djamena. With a modest budget of $300, this project will foster community development, environmental stewardship, and economic empowerment through innovative and sustainable practices.
Equipment and Supplies: $90
● Basic shoemaking tools $30 (e.g., knives, hammers, adhesives)
● Safety equipment $20 (gloves, goggles)
● Initial stock of expired tyres $40 (if not provided by partners)
$220 to Ethiopia for Hepatitis B Vaccination for Humanist Women and Their Children
Project - Vaccination against hepatitis B is crucial in preventing the spread of this disease and safeguarding their future health.
Total Budget - $300
Bob & Cindy are paying for : Vaccines $190, Syringes and needle $20
$150 to Niger Republic for Pottery Kiln & Baking Oven for Humanist Community (Maradi Mutual Aid)
Total Budget is $600 - Bob and Cindy are paying $150 for
▪ Insulating Material (for heat retention): $70
▪ Mortar and Cement: $80
$139 to Kenya to Christine Jeptum, a humanist nurse who needs the following supplies:
BP monitoring machine - $37 / Acrylic Medical Pocket watch - $2 / Stethoscope - $2 / Tourniquet - $10 / Pulse oximeter - $11 / Bandage scissors - $6 / 2 pairs of scrubs - $31
$704 spent in August
$2,733 remains in the account
September allocations
$125 to Ethiopia for Harem Women Safe House - for Escaped Humanist Women
This grant proposal seeks to address the immediate need for safe housing for women who have courageously escaped from such environments, empowering them to reclaim their lives and live with dignity. The proposed project involves the establishment of a three-bedroom ensuite safe house in a secure location in Kolla debba District, Ethiopia, specifically designed to accommodate 20 humanist women who have escaped the harem culture and their abusive husbands.
The safe house will provide not only a secure refuge but also a nurturing environment where these women can heal from their traumatic experiences, regain their sense of self-worth, and work toward becoming self-sufficient members of society.
Cost (USD) Safe House Rent (3-bedroom suite) - per year $600
Benefits to Community
● Immediate Safety for Women in Crisis: The safe house will provide immediate protection for women who have fled dangerous situations, reducing the risk of violence, re-trafficking, or coercion.
● Improved Psychological Well-being: Through access to counseling and a supportive community, the women will experience significant improvements in their mental and emotional health.
● Increased Self-sufficiency: By the end of the project period, the women will have developed the skills and confidence necessary to live independently, reducing their dependence on external support and increasing their long-term prospects.
● Long-term Community Impact: The project will serve as a model for similar initiatives, demonstrating the effectiveness of providing holistic support to women escaping oppressive cultural practices. The success of this project will encourage further investment in similar efforts across Ethiopia and beyond.
$120 to India, to Sikkim Humanists, to provide supplies to Bojoghari Girls Orphanage. The supplies they provide are: two pressure cookers, two iron, 60 spoons, 5-pack Toothpaste, 30 Toothbrushes, Menstrual pads, educational Books, Two Rice bags ( 55lbs each ), Buckets, Dustpan, and Dustbin, Cleaning supplies
$100 for Mosquito Nets and Repellents for Humanist Survivors in Mozambique
Budget
1. Mosquito Nets
• Number of Nets: 50 (one per family)
• Cost per Net: $5
• Total Cost: $250
2. Mosquito Repellents
• Number of Repellents: 50 (one per family)
• Cost per Repellent: $0.80
• Total Cost: $40
$100 to Nepal for Socio Meds Humanist Pharmacy to provide affordable (20% discount) Infant & Mother Products for Impoverished Women
Neonatal surgical products ($150)
Diapers ($14.87) / Diaper rash cream ($7.45) / Mosquito patch ($3.71) / Mosquito repellent cream ($14.87) / Baby Powder ($7.45) / Baby hair oil ($7.45) / Baby cream ($7.45) / Baby soap ($7.45) / Baby massage oil ($7.45) / Baby wipes ($5.78) / Feeding bottle ($8.92) / Honey nipple ($4.83) / Newborn diaper ($11.15) / Lactogen ($20.08) / Cerelac ($20.08)
2. Mothers’ necessities ($89)
Delivery pads ($18.59) / Lito ($11.15) / Glucose D($8.92) / Horlicks ($8.77) / Napkins ($3.42) / Lactulose ($11.90) / Candid ($3.64) / V-wash ($4.46) / Orket ($2.68) / Luzo ($3.71) / Calamine ($5.95) / Wet tissues ($6.024)
3. Medicine ($47)
Nasal drop ($3.71) / Otosoft ($7.43) / Ear drop ($5.20) / De-cold syrup ($2.23) / Sinarest drop ($3.49) / Niko ds ($5.95) / Niko syrup ($2.23) / Alcal d ($4.46) / Safi syrup ($3.71) / Regumens syrup ($5.95%) / Nityam tablet ($2.23)
4. Treatment & Vaccination ($15)
Sugar level both fasting and pp test ($5.95) / Tetanus vaccine ($8.92)
$100 for Manure and Organic Compost for Soybean Farm in Minna Safe House Garden in Nigeria.
The community farm managed by the Humanists residing in the safe house in Minna, Nigeria, serves as a critical resource for sustainable agriculture and food security. Soybean farming is a significant agricultural activity in this region due to its nutritional benefits and economic potential. However, the reliance on chemical fertilizers has led to soil degradation, reduced crop yields, and increased production costs. To address these challenges, this project proposes the production and application of organic manure and compost as a sustainable alternative to chemical fertilizers.
This initiative aims to improve soil fertility, enhance crop yields, and promote environmentally friendly farming practices. This Organic Manure and Composting Initiative is a low-cost, high-impact project that will significantly contribute to the sustainability of soybean farming in Minna, Nigeria. By leveraging locally available resources and community-driven efforts, the project will not only improve agricultural productivity but also enhance the overall well-being of the Humanists residing in the safe house and the broader community. The $300 budget will be utilized efficiently to achieve the project objectives and create lasting benefits for the community.
Budget
Composting pits $15 / Dried leaves $5 / shredded and discarded newspaper $25 / cardboard $20 / straw or hay $10 / wood chip or sawdust $30 / dried grass clippings $5 / coconut coir $28 / eggshells $30 / hair and fur $30 / wool and cotton fabric $55 / wood ash $10 / rock dust $5 / kelp meal or fish bone meal $10 / Animal manure $5 / Effective Microorganisms $17
$82 to Yay Chan Sin Orphanage in Sagaing, Myanmar - To provide electricity and food for 70 orphans abandoned by their families during Myanmar’s civil war.
$70 to Ghana for Cervical Cancer Screening for Women in Takoradi. To conduct cervical cancer screening (Pap smears) for 50 women from the humanist and community sectors in Takoradi, Ghana, using a budget of $300. This initiative aims to enhance early detection of cervical cancer and promote awareness about its prevention and treatment. Cervical cancer is a significant health issue in Ghana, with many women lacking access to affordable screening services. Early detection through Pap smears can dramatically improve prognosis and treatment outcomes. This project seeks to address this gap by providing free screenings to women in the Takoradi area. This initiative represents a crucial step towards improving women's health in Takoradi by providing essential cervical cancer screening services. With a budget of $300, we aim to deliver valuable health services to 50 women, contributing to early detection and prevention of cervical cancer. Your support in funding this project will make a significant difference in the lives of these women and the broader community.
BUDGET
Pap Smear Collection Kits (50 units): $50
Protective Gear: $20
Sample Storage Containers: $10
Laboratory Fees: $180
Lab Testing Fees (50 tests): $150
Transportation Costs: $30
Transportation for the Medical Expert: $20
Sample Transportation to Lab: $10
Administrative Costs: $10
Communication and Coordination: $5
Documentation and Reporting: $5
$697 spent in September
$2,076 remains in the account
October Allocations:
$105 to Chad to establish a Community Pharmacy. $125 will be spent for medicines & $50 for space rental
$100 to Chad for Solar Charging Station for Mao Sara Humanists
$200 to Uganda “Caring Heart Humanists” - to fund an Egg Farm that provides food to six humanists and to 8 orphans, 3 widows, and 2 single teen mothers (victimized by rape)
$110 to Nigeria to Tai Solarin School for Computer Education Equipment. This pays for the cost of a laptop
$70 to Chad to construct a Corn & Bean Silo for humanist community in N’Djamena, the capital city
$685 spent in October
$1,391 - is left in the account
November allocations
$165 to Myanmar refugee - Aye Mya - ex-Buddhist humanist refugee - for living expenses
She says, “My name is Aye Mya, and I am currently living in a refugee camp in Thailand, where I have been working as an unpaid volunteer teacher for Burmese and Karen children.
I have faced numerous challenges throughout my life, including gender-based discrimination within a conservative Buddhist environment and, more recently, the oppressive actions of the Burmese military following the 2021 coup. In response to these injustices, I have been actively involved in protesting against the military coup, which has led to increased risks and challenges for those of us opposing the regime.
Due to my status as an unpaid volunteer teacher, I am currently experiencing significant financial difficulties. I am struggling to afford basic necessities such as rent and living expenses, as well as essential teaching supplies for my students. Your support would make a tremendous difference in enabling me to continue my work with these children and provide them with the education they deserve.
Any assistance you are able to provide would be greatly appreciated and put to good use towards covering my living expenses and purchasing teaching supplies for the children in the refugee camp. Your generosity will not only support me but also contribute to the education and well-being of the Burmese and Karen children under my care.
Thank you for taking the time to consider my situation. I am grateful for any help or support you may be able to offer.”
Warm regards,
Aye Mya
$100 to Ghana to provide funds to Takoradi Humanist Women to conduct a 3-month workshop on knitting and crocheting.
$165 to Chad for Woodwork Workshop in N’Djamena, Chad
Project Description — In N'Djamena, Chad, many young boys face significant challenges, including limited access to vocational training, high unemployment rates, and the absence of self-sustaining skills. This proposal seeks to establish a woodwork workshop dedicated to training humanist boys in the art of furniture making. By equipping them with practical skills, we aim to foster self-sufficiency, promote creativity, and ultimately empower these young individuals to contribute positively to their communities.
Budget — Workshop Space Rental: $25, Tools and Materials: $150
● Saws (hand saw and coping saw) – $40○ Chisels (set of 4) – $30 ○ Hammers (2) – $20 ○ Screwdrivers (set of 5) – $20 ○ Small electric sander – $30 Wood (various types for furniture) – $30 ○ Nails and screws (assorted) – $5 ○ Wood varnish/finish – $15
$80 to Chad - to provide cholera intervention to 60 children and 45 humanist mothers
$150 to Zimbabwe - Farming project (two humanist women want to grow green beans, tomatoes and onions)
Seeds & Seedling: Green beans: $20 / Tomatoes: $15 / Onions: $10 / Vegetables (various): $15 / Maize: $15
Farming Tools: Hand tools (hoes, rakes, etc.): $20 / Watering cans: $10 / Fertilizer and compost: $25 / Additional farming supplies: $20
Total: $150
$660 spent in November
$731 left in the account
December Allocations:
$150 sent to Liberia to Mind2Love Secular Orphanage, to provide hospital care to three orphans who are very sick (near death) with food poisoning. Photos of them vomiting are below. Doctor's consultation, Antibiotics (5-day course, Oral rehydration solution, Anti-diarrheal medication, Fluids and electrolytes
-$150 to pay to Olena Hordiienko - a refugee mother who contacted us. Her husband was killed in the war. Olena says many Ukrainian women are in Ukraine - they lost their husbands and many are too depressed to work or care for their children. Olena has baking skills and this money will help her establish her own bakery to support herself, her daughter, and hopefully other refugees.
$105 to Myanmar - to Thin Thin Saw - Burmese ex-Muslim humanist woman needs breast cancer surgery. She is a fundraiser for the democracy movement.
$40 to Chad for Hope Health Pharmacy to install solar panels on the roof for operational efficiency. Budget includes Solar Panels (100W or smaller), Solar Charge Controller, 12V Deep Cycle Battery, Inverter, and Wiring and Connectors
$85 to Nigeria for Maikunkele Safe House to construct a water well for community usage. Budget includes Materials (cement, sand, etc.) Labor (digging, reinforcement) and Buckets for fetching
$25 to Niger Republic for Zamanakoy Orphanage - to provide food and school supplies - Budget includes: Millet, Rice, Maize, Beans, Lentils, Cooking Oil, School Notebooks, Pens, Pencils, Transportation/Logistics
$560 spent in December
$175 Left in the Account
Expenditures Per Country Below:
Additional Nations with percentiles are: Ukraine 1.8%, Kenya 1.7%, Benin 1.2 %, Philippines .9%, Somaliland .2%