News Blog by GKY GAT Philippines Leaders

For those interested in joining the GK Youth Great Adventure Tour (Philippines) 2011, it doesn’t just start next year, it starts NOW! There are so many ways which you can fundraise for your trip and we are here to help. You may want to sell tickets for fundraising concerts or sell chocolates just to name a few. So come along to the GK Youth fundraising events, be inspired and begin your journey to EMPOWER THE POOR and ERADICATE POVERTY!

UPCOMING EVENTS

AUGUST:

Live + Loud: ‘Diverse in Sound, United in Purpose’    August 28

Live + Loud is back for 2010! This is a GKY GAT fundraising concert where various bands unite to raise funds for GK YGAT volunteers.

WHERE: @ the Basement, Blacktown
WHEN: Aug 28, Doors open 6pm
COST: $10 pre-sale tickets $12 at the door

This event is a great opportunity for participants to raise much needed funds. How exactly? Each full price prepaid ticket sold by a YGAT participant will go toward his/her registration funds!! If you are interested in selling any tickets please email us at gkygat@gkyouth.org or contact any of the YGAT Philippines leaders. 
 Please note that:

* Tickets sold at the door or by the bands will be allocated to the GKY GAT fund (distributed across PNG, Cambodia and Philippines).

* All tickets should be returned if not sold. Those not returned will be considered sold hence money will be collected.

* All money/unsold tickets to be collected one week before the event (Saturday August 21).

* In the event that all tickets are sold, those with presale tickets will be given priority entry if the venue reaches its maximum capacity.

Check out event details on http://www.gk1mb.org/live-and-loud-2010/ and the teaser video on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WOWTQtrIyQ4

 SEPTEMBER:

GK YGAT Forum II           September 4

Don’t stress if you missed the last GKY GAT Forum, luckily for you there is another one just around the corner! It will feature the cultural exploration of the Philippines, Cambodia and PNG and include essential information regarding the Philippines YGAT 2011 in greater detail. Make sure to invite your family and friends to share this experience, and let us answer any questions or queries you may have about the YGAT programs.

Keep an eye out for more updates­ through email or on Facebook regarding the venue and time!!

**Rego and Deposit DUE   September 30

You must return your completed GKYGAT Registration Form and a deposit amount of $200 by the end of September. Please advise if you will be booking your flights through GK. You may want to check if your passport is up to date, arrange a VISA (if necessary) and travel insurance. Also speak to your doctor about medications and vaccinations needed for the trip.

Forms will be collected by your GKY GAT leaders or a scanned copy can be emailed to gkygat@gk-youth.org. Method of payment for deposit can be via cheque/postal order, electronic transfer or in cash to any of the Philippines GKY GAT leaders. Deadline is 30^th September.

OCTOBER:

** Registration Balance DUE         October 17

 The registration balance (i.e. rego – $200 deposit already paid) will be collected by Philippines GKY GAT leaders by cash, or you may opt for electronic transfer, cheque or postal order. 

GK ONE DAY Sports Challenge           October 17

Do you like SPORTS?! Well this event is for you!! COME AND JOIN TODAY!
GK One Day Sports Challenge for charity consists of an Indoor Soccer, Basketball, and Netball tournament. But wait, THERE’S MORE!! We have some of Sydney’s elite dance crews performing, special guest speakers, a 3 point shoot out and trampoline slam dunk competition. Each registered participant also receives an official event gift and a team photo. Prizes are also awarded to tournament winners and best performers.

NOTE – Registration closes on 26th September 2010

For any inquiries or registration, please email gk1day@gmail.com or contact: Mario Djapri – General Event Coordinator    0401 672 845

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/event.php?eid=131421386899913&ref=ts

ADDITIONAL FUND RAISING

Chocolates

The annual GKY GAT chocolate fundraising drive has begun! Cadbury Chocolates help reduce costs for our GK YGAT participants. We have had many participants who were able to raise enough funds to pay for their registration fee and this year this could be you! If you wish to fundraise, attached is the Cadbury catalogue for you to choose which boxes you would like to sell. After you have decided which boxes you would like, e-mail your requests to irene_mayo@yahoo.com or call Irene at 0433 953 622. You or your representative will be able to collect your special Cadbury orders at Irene’s residence: 56 Sciarra Crescent, Acacia Gardens.

The following boxes are available for pick up:

Wishing you all the best with your fundraising initiatives!