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March 14, 2006
VA: Resource Information Help for the Disadvantage
SUPPORT RESOURCE INFORMATION HELP FOR THE DISADVANTAGE - RIHD, INC.
R. I. H. D., Inc. purpose: Assist all disadvantage people regardless of religion, color, creed and ethnic background; with a special inference on at-risk youth, incarcerated people, ex-offenders, their families, and loved ones on all levels. To improve the existence of their lives, to reduce the stress felt by all.
R.I.H.D., Inc. continues to grow steadily since its official formation in 2005. Our outreach to inmates, ex-offenders, and their families reaches beyond Virginia borders. We have partner with the monthly newsletter "Fed Up". We are constantly expanding our outreach to inform and educate the public about these vital issues. Unfortunately, RIHD, Inc. must rely exclusively on fundraiser and personal contributions. That is why we accept any donation, no matter how small, because even a little can help so much. We thank you in advance for your continued support. Keep in mind that all of your contributions and donations are tax-deductible.
MEMBERSHIP DRIVE
If you just don't have the time to volunteer, consider becoming a member of Resource Information Help for the Disadvantage. For $20 a year you will receive a one year subscription to "Fed Up" , and RIHD, Inc. BULLETINS. So think about joining our team to help build safer communities. Give us a call @ (804) 737-9624
DICTIONARIES FOR INMATES
This project will supply all inmates who write and request a college-level dictionary at no charge. An optional donation would be greatly appreciated, but not required. Dictionaries cost from $1.00 @ Dollar Stores to $$5.00 Each. We would like to be able to furnish 100 per year.
'SPONSOR AN INMATE REHABILITATION THROUGH EDUCATION"
(S. I. R .E.) College Scholarships
Provide partial funds and full for member prisoners who submit an application. Five (5) full scholarships for inmate who meet certain criteria such as a GPA of 3.00+, no write-ups, junior or higher status etc. Twenty partial funds for inmates RIHD, Inc. members. This program will provide a total of 25 scholarships to undergraduates to Community College.
Minimum funding for entire project annually: $7,000. $600 per year full scholarships for undergraduate students. $300 per three credit classes ($3,000) for Community College. $25 - $100 for partial scholarships for undergraduate students. ($1,000 to $4,000)
Purchase and provide Preparation for GED assistance books to 100 RIHD, Inc. inmate members @ a cost of $13.00 per Prep-GED book. Total funding $1,300 annually.
Update: VDOC will allow R. I. H. D., Inc. to make direct donations of books to Prisons.
POSTAGE FUNDING
This project will cover all postage expenses incurred over the year approximately $2,500. Covering monthly, quarterly mailings, resource books, and other correspondence materials to inmates, ex-offenders and their families.
LIBRARY ASSISTANCE
To assist in developing an extensive law library to provide inmates, ex-offenders, and their families with access to legal information and assistance. Purchase of used/new legal self-help books, and legal manuals, case laws, etc. Assistance shall be provided to ALL inmates, ex-offenders and their families. Estimated cost: $5,000 .
Resource Information Help for the Disadvantage
R. I. H. D., Inc. - PO Box 55 - Highland Springs, VA 23075
Telephone: (804) 737-9624 Fax: (804) 737-2593
Web Site: www.RIHD.org E-mail: InmateResource@aol.com
Posted by lois at March 14, 2006 08:32 PM