GLOBAL VOLUNTEER NETWORK FOUNDATION
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May 13, 2013
GVNF has been WONDERFUL every time when I take part in their annual fundraiser Eat So They Can. Highly organised, excellent staff with detailed, consistent help all along the way. I feel very privileged to be a part of the great work they do, and trust they will go a long, long way.
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April 19, 2013
GVN is a well organised company...... I decided to do the fundraising trip to Nepal where you raise money then trek to Base camp Mt Everest.
It was a trip of a life time for me .... loved ! Every moment ! Elisa and Fiona where such lovely people .... you felt welcome from the beginning! And the company they used for our trek called Himalayan quests are amazing well organised company... from guides who are such friendly people .... to where we stay everything ran smoothly! We even had a flight problem and we were still one of the frist groups to take a plane back to Katmandu!
I highly recommend GVN and will go through them for many more volunteering adventures
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April 18, 2013
Right from day one I have thoroughly enjoyed my experience working with the GVN team. I can remember the intern induction on day one and being impressed beyond words with the genuine commitment of the staff toward GVN's work. Every aspect of the GVN Foundation is focused on supporting the initiatives of grassroots organisations rather than intervention or aid-focused development. I have felt that this is a critical way in which GVN acts as an advocate for the individual voices of people and the different causes they support.
I cannot believe I am now nearing the end of my 10 week internship with GVN Foundation focusing on coordination and advocacy of the Live Below The Line USA campaign. Time flies! I will be back to work alongside GVN without a doubt - their professionalism, commitment and passion is too contagious not to! Keep up the great work!
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April 14, 2013
GVN has always far exceeded my expectations. I was apart of a cycling trek in Vietnam, back in 2010, and took part in the Everest base camp trek in 2012. Because of the most unforgettable experiences I had during these adventures, GVN will always be my number one go-to organisation (by a long shot). GVN has not only given me memories that I will never forget, they have also given me life long friendships not only with my fellow trekkers, but with the GVN representatives themselves who were there with us every step of the way. I will continue to go on adventures organised by this incredible organisation and would rally whole-heartedly for them if anyone is ever in doubt in choosing an organisation that is right for them.
- NJ
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April 14, 2013
In 2012 I had the wonderful opportunity to be involved in some of GVN's programs. I was a volunteer in the Nepali village of Bistachhap, and was able to experience two different placements during my time there (Children's Homes and Teaching English). After my volunteer placement I also participated in the fundraising trek to Everest Base Camp. During the time leading up to my placement, GVN was extremely helpful. Being only 18 at the time, the prospect of travelling to another country by myself was very daunting. They (particularly Fiona) made me feel totally assured and I never had any doubts about my safety. Once in Nepal, all my programs were everything I hoped for and more. The transition between GVN and their partner organisation in Nepal (VSN) was flawless. The programs were great and the kids in both were wonderful. The teaching was a bit challenging at first but extremely rewarding. The Everest Trek was amazing, meeting Eliza and Fiona from GVN was great (they were just as lovely as I expected). Climbing to Everest Base Camp is something I'll treasure for the rest of my life and I can't imagine better people to have done it with. I will be doing more programs with GVN in the future and highly recommend it for anyone who wants to step outside their comfort zone and try something new.
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April 13, 2013
I cannot speak highly enough of GVN and their amazing staff. Having recently volunteered as part of the Everest Base Camp Trek I was constantly impressed with their professionalism, organisation and above all else, their passion for the work they do. I feel as though 5 out of 5 stars is still short changing them.
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April 11, 2013
I am currently volunteering with GVN Foundation as an intern co-ordinating their Live Below the Line USA campaign. I love being a part of this organisation and the hard work they put into making a difference in a positive and empowering way. GVN Foundation is definitely the best organisation I have worked with and I plan to continue doing so!
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April 8, 2013
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I volunteered with GVN in a fundraising trek to Everest Base Camp. The journey itself was perfectly planned and excecuted. The local guides selected by GVN Foundation were amazing and brought all 20 volunteers up that hill and safely back down. The project in Nepal that was supported through the fundraising is an amazing project with unbelivably lovely kids. We supported the Brighter Future Children Home in Nepal and were welcomed so warmly and nicely by the kids. Our efforts (despite the fact that is was fun fundraising and not really that much of an effort) were so highly appreciated by officials as well as the kids... we spent so much valuable time together, the kids showing us around and giving incredible performances, e.g. singing, telling poems, dancing, theatre, etc. Realizing that through GVN Foundation our efforts were consolidated towards this one project we were deeply touched receiving the information that we managed to finance the orphanage for two full calendar years... This really made a difference and we were sure that the funds of our donors actually reached a destination where needed. GVN Foundation staff who accompanied the trek were great motivation and help in pushing ourselves. They brought together a bunch of 20 people who are still in touch and are planning a reunion... actually 20 people who felt as being part of GVN Foundation... one TEAM EVEREST!!! It was an honour trekking and fundraising with you and I am looking forward to the next time...
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April 8, 2013
My wife and I volunteered in Nepal, Vietnan and Phillipines with GVN. Everything was beyond our expectations, the organization, the child's home, the people and we definitely learned a lot. It was a great experience and we recommend to everyone.
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April 8, 2013
Hello,
In 2010, when I initially learned about the great work done buy Eat So They Can - part of GVN - I was naturally skeptical. So, I went to their office and asked lots of difficult questions about funding, the "business" model, team, projects, etc.
Because of their transparent funding model that supports the communities that receive the funds, the sustainable nature of both the organisation, and the work they do - I was happy to get involved.
Over the last few years I've had the pleasure of working with the team at Eat So They Can and I've been confident sharing, and promoting, Eat So They Can with my friends, family and business clients.
-Tuesday Night Mike
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