PEP Foundation

March Newsletter

Kate — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 13:44:43 +0000

Check out our March Newsletter. Much has been happening and we would like to acknowledge some of the many people who have made progress so far possible.

PEP Founder in Car Accident!

Kate — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 13:33:54 +0000

Most of us know and love Niko. His life is incredibly hectic. He teaches around 1,000 students every week, runs a struggling church and heads the PEP Foundation. Last Sunday, the brakes failed on his old van and he hit a 21-year-old man on a motorbike. The 21 year old sustained minor injuries (including losing a tooth). Niko has to pay 3.5 million rupiah (Approximately 30,000 JPY or $350 AUD in total), which equates to approximately 4 months salary for him. If you would like to help him personally, please donate through the PEP account and earmark it for Niko. Let’s show how much we appreciate him!

PEP Foundation Fall Update

Kate — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 12:25:36 +0000

Check out our Fall Newsletter.
Lots of great news, Christmas gift ideas, and fun events you can join.

Books donated to the ROLE Foundation

Kate — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 02:13:48 +0000

Niko, Sheryl, Hannah & Lyn at ROLE

At Bali’s Big Eco Weekend, we met Sheryl, a volunteer English teacher at ROLE Foundation. Sheryl mentioned that they have very limited teaching resources so we helped by donating 10 sets of new textbooks. Best wishes to everyone at ROLE.

Bali’s Big Eco Weekend

Kate — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 01:48:45 +0000

PEP students win surfboard paining contest

On July 2-3, the PEP Foundation joined other NGO’s at Kuta Beach to raise awareness of environmental issues in Bali. Governor Pastika opened the two day event which included a beach clean up, releasing baby turtles into the sea and live music performances. It was a good opportunity for PEP to network with the Japan Club, ROLE Foundation and government leaders.

Overseas volunteers helping us out

Kate — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 00:30:01 +0000

Thank you Heather!

Heather Gorman spent July volunteering for the PEP Foundation. With her background in project management and hospitality, Heather was able to focus our attention on concept design and preparations for the training center. We wish Heather all the best as she continues her travels and thank her for her efforts.

Training Center Update

Kate — Sat, 25 Jun 2011 03:44:42 +0000

Many hands make light work

Stage 1 of the Training Center Underway!

Many hands make light work. With 700 students, it didn’t take long to demolish the old classrooms in preparation for the training center. Local builders have now moved in to build the first floor of the main building. By October, we hope to have 2 guest rooms, a front lobby, training kitchen and restaurant. In July, Budi, Sudadi, Niko, Hannah, Heather and Lyn visited 35 hotels in Bali to seek their help. All students and teachers are also contributing – either with their time or by donating goods. Please see our Wish List of things we need to furnish the training center and let us know if you can help in some way

Billy Blanks leads fund-raisers for PEP

Kate — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 23:31:53 +0000

Billy at SMK Payangan

Tae Bo Workout Guru and 7 times world karate champion, Billy Blanks, has led fun-raising workouts for the PEP Foundation in both Japan and Bali. In March 2009, he visited students of SMK Payangan in their homes, led workouts at Bali International School, Ubud Fitness Center and Campuhan College and delighted fans by sparring with members of the SMK Payangan karate club. Billy is a great example to the young people of Payangan and his message of hope was inspirational.
Click here to visit Billy’s Website.
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