Road to 40

Party For A Cause

Jen R — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 09:49:22 +0000

It was the party of the season!
Great tunes spun by great DJ’s, great crowd and great fundraising! Thanks to all who attended and helped to raise the roof of a new library in South Africa. It was indeed a fantastic success! See you next time…

Local Event-Holland Book and DVD Drive

Jen R — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 18:41:54 +0000

Here is an opportunity for recycling at its finest for our friends in Holland!

Donate your good quality books and dvds for adults (not x-rated). Profits will all go to building a school through Room to Read NL:Road to 40. This is a great opportunity to support a good cause while getting a jump start on your spring cleaning. All books and dvd’s donated will be sold at the International School of Amsterdam. The proceeds of course, will benefit Room to Read NL: Road to 40.

Check out the event on facebook:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=319190775521&ref=mf

Or email us at this site for more information on how you can donate your good quality books and dvd’s.

*Driver’s needed: Anyone have a car and an hour or two to spare? We need you! Email us today!

Tempted to Tango???

Jen R — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 18:35:22 +0000

As founding member, Marta always says: “Energy Moves Everyone.” The energy of Road to 40 continues to grow as word gets out and people get involved. Marjorie Bone is sharing one of her passions in support of another. Namely, she has organized an evening of Tango, the proceeds of which will go to Room to Read:Road to 40. She has arranged for a fun-filled evening with professional dancers, Marianne and Arjan on Wednesday, March 31.
The cost is fifteen euros per person and with that participants get a delightful evening that consists of the following:

- enjoying a glass of prosecco
- viewing a short video,
- watching a professional demonstration
- get a tempting taste of Argentinian tango in a 1 hour lesson

After that the dance floor is open for all to enjoy their new found tango steps!

Tempted to Tango? Check out the event on facebook:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=326273411478&ref=ss

Or contact Road to 40 via this website for more details.

Do you have a passion of your own to share? Here’s your chance! We are always looking for fun and interesting ways to raise awareness and funds for this amazing cause. We’d love to have you share your passion by hosting an event for Room to Read: Road to 40. Never hosted a fundraiser before? No problem, we have and we are happy to support you as much as you would like. Email us at this site.

Friendship Month Fundraiser

Jen R — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 09:50:37 +0000

BUILDING A LIBRARY IN INDIA WITH ROOM TO READ:ROADTO40.

February was Friendship Month! This February many people virtually gathered to give a friendship gift worth remembering. In lieu of a box of chocolates they made a donation towards the building of a library for children in need on behalf of sweethearts, family members and friends.

The goal of “Friendship Month” was to use the passion and momentum of friends this Valentines to raise enough funds to build a library in India. It’s alarming to note that 35% of the world’s illiterate population live in India. Most of those citizens are women who are the primary care givers. This propels the cycle of illiteracy, a huge problem. Participants in “Friendship Month” have become a part of the solution. All money donated from February 10 to 28th has been designated to building libraries/reading rooms in India.

Well done everybody! Room to Read/Road to 40 appreciates your contribution to this incredibly important cause.

Bowling With Purpose

Jen R — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:05:10 +0000

Many thanks to Sandeep Sahiwal and his crew of bowlers for using one of their favorite pastimes (as well as their competitive spirits) to raise money for Road to 40: Room to Read. The events to date have been a fabulous success and we look forward to many more in the year ahead.

Winter Fair-Building Toward Laos!

Jen R — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 18:17:16 +0000

Great Gifts, Good Deeds, Good Stuff!

Many thanks to everyone who supported Road to 40 by coming down to the annual Winter Craft fair at the International School of Amsterdam. ISA’s own Sue Martin, an amazing jewelry maker, was able to raise funds towards a school in Laos with her beautiful craft.

Do you have a hobby, craft, or activity that you’d like to share in the name of a good cause? Contact us to find out how you can contribute.

Taste!

Jen R — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 17:32:58 +0000

On Saturday, October 10 the International School of Amsterdam (I.S.A.) opened it doors to “TASTE” - a wonderful dining and drinking experience hosted by SHARE (part of the I.S.A. Parent group). Participants were greeted with prosecco as they entered. From there they enjoyed delicious samples and were able to delve into conversation directly with the chefs about their creations and their restaurants. There was great range of restaurants – everything from fine French food at Michelin star restaurants to local daily fresh food paired with great wine at Amstelveen’s first wine bar. If the succulent samples weren’t enough – Their wine specialist, Varga’s Fijne Wijn put together a spectacular selection of wines for everyone to sample. The best part for us was that while all this was happening we had the opportunity to showcase Room to Read: Road to 40.

Local Students Take Action

Jen R — Fri, 15 May 2009 09:45:38 +0000

Recently the lower school students at the International School of Amsterdam participated in a read-a-thon to raise money to help build schools for Room to Read through Road to 40. Many thanks to the children for their dedication in reading for a cause and to all of the sponsors that helped make this event a huge success!

If you are interested in sponsoring a read-a-thon at your local school or library we are happy to help. Simply contact us at info@roadto40.org and we will help you get started!

Cycling for Schools!

Jen R — Thu, 14 May 2009 23:11:44 +0000

For this event a group of avid bikers set a goal to raise $1000 to pay towards the building of a school in Laos. The ride took place on May 16. On that day, Ingrid and Jen, along with their cycling partners Carolynn, Jay, and Job, set out to tackle the hills in Luxembourg. They covered distances ranging from 85km to 165km! Ingrid rode her invincible blue bicycle, “Lance,” (without performance enhancers as usual), and Jen her trusty Trek. Was there ever a doubt that these two would achieve their goal? Many thanks to everyone who supported the group of cyclists who put their passion to good work. With your support and the hard work of these athletes, the goal was met and we are one giant step closer to building that school in Laos!

Are you an avid athlete? Would you like to put your athletic prowess to good use? Runners, swimmers, cyclers and more are always welcome to compete for a cause. Contact us to find out more.

Mamma Mia

Jen R — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 17:42:00 +0000

On April 7, the theatre doors at the International School of Amsterdam (I.S.A.) were opened to Momma Mia enthusiasts both young and old! The Momma Mia Sing-A-Long was a “singing” success thanks to our wonderful volunteers and all of the families that joined us.

Costumes and mocktails kicked off the celebration. As everyone settled into their seats, the Frontline video of “Room to Read” was viewed and then the movie and sing-a-long began. Toes were tapping, some were dancing and all were singing as the movie played. As attendees left the theatre singing and smiling , the Road to 40 crew were celebrating as well, knowing that Room to Read: Road to 40 was promoted to the school community and 800 euros was raised to contribute towards I.S.A.’s commitment of building a school in Laos. A great night for all!