DESCRIPTION
Napela, has been collaborating with Staten Island Arts on the “Tents for Culture” project. The goal is to raise $3000 to purchase six tents that will provide shelter at our African Market in Park Hill. We are asking for financial support to purchase these tents. These tents will replace the ones taken by Hurricane Sandy. These tents provide more than shelter for the traditional ingredients and spices to be sold to our community. It provides an exchange that preserves our heritage and strengthens ties within our community. The tents are used at public presentations that allow us to share our cultural music, dance, and folktales.
WHERE DID THE MONEY GO?
The $3000 raised was used to purchase the following equipment: 6 x E-Z Up Vantage Instant Shelters or Caravan Canopy measuring (10’ x 10’) @ $300 each =$1800; 1 x E-Z Up Hub Instant Shelter (16’x16’) for public presentations and cooking presentations =$600; 7 x Sets of weight bags (40lbs) to add stability to each tent @ $100 each=$600.
Thank to Rotary Club of Staten Island and everyone who donated to this initiative.