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Local Volunteers Prepare to Make a Difference
February 12, 2010
In response to the catastrophic earthquake in Haiti, Phillips Development & Realty, LLC (PDR) team member Michael Ciftci will be teaming up with The Relief Foundation and The Red Cross to rebuild a demolished orphanage that has left many children homeless.
The response group, comprised of 100 local volunteers, translators, surgeons, nurses, construction teams, trained psychologists and a documentary film crew, will depart Friday, February 19 and return Monday, February 22, 2010. The troop will also be joined by numerous political leaders, including the Mayors of both Miami and Coral Gables.
“I feel strongly about using my personal time and resources to make a difference in Haiti,” said Michael Ciftci, PDR team member. “These types of efforts are critical in helping to rebuild following such a devastating phenomenon. We are hopeful that our time spent there will have a meaningful impact.”
In total, the group will be donating over $100,000 in medical supplies, mattresses, water, tents and other aid to help support over 100 orphans who currently have no place to call home.
“We continually encourage team members to utilize their talents for a greater cause in the community,” said Donald Phillips, managing director for PDR. “We are proud of Mr. Ciftci for his noble efforts.”
Several non-profits have joined the growing local effort, including Sustainable Strategies, Project H.O.M.E. and Operation Clean the World. For more information on how you can get involved, contact Michael Ciftci at (352) 235-0171.
