A Thousand Paper Cranes for Covid Relief
The corona virus is turning all of our lives upside down and everyone is affected by the pandemic: staying six feet apart, sanitizing everything, wearing masks, anxiously awaiting a vaccine would have been unfathomable a year ago. This constant worry and stress is taking its toll on all of us, however some in our community have experienced loss of employment, imminent eviction and other financial burdens.
Together we can lift our neighbors on the wings of hope. For every $5 donated below, I will fold an origami paper crane to be added to an eventual flock of 1,000 to signify our support of those in need in our community during Covid-19.
For generous donations of $100 or more, I will fold a special paper crane and send it to you. Just forward me an email (donate@thousandpapercranes.org) with your donation receipt and your address.
@z.ster_here In times like this it is especially important that we can help one another out. I’m not asking for my sake but for those who need it ##covidawareness
♬ Lofi - Domknowz
Folded To Date: 1000 Paper Cranes
($5,165 Raised)
Go Fund Me
Donations through Go Fund Me will be distributed equally to the three non-profits I have identified that are helping our neighbors impacted by Covid-19. Go Fund Me donations are not tax deductible.
If you want a receipt for your tax records, you may donate directly to the organizations by following the Donate links below.
North Texas Food Bank
Like the rest of the world, the North Texas Food Bank is closely monitoring the evolving Coronavirus situation. At the moment, the North Texas Food Bank has temporarily suspended most traditional volunteer shifts and is working with the displaced hospitality employees to create family meal boxes.
Be sure to forward an email copy of your receipt to donate@thousandpapercranes.org so I can fold cranes on your behalf.
White Rock Center of Hope
White Rock Center of Hope is a faith based volunteer driven non-profit organization that is working to provide emergency relief services to those impacted by the coronavirus. The organization is currently extending many services ranging from food distribution, clothing closets, donating school supplies, financial and transportation assistance.
Be sure to forward an email copy of your receipt to donate@thousandpapercranes.org so I can fold cranes on your behalf.
The Tzu Chi Foundation
The Tzu Chi Foundation is an international humanitarian organization whose mission is to relieve the suffering of those in need and create a better world for all. The foundation has ties all across America and is currently distributing face masks to frontline workers and participating in antibody testing for the coronavirus.
Be sure to forward an email copy of your receipt to donate@thousandpapercranes.org so I can fold cranes on your behalf.
About Me
My name is Zodie Barron. I am an Asian American sophomore student at Alcuin School in Dallas, Texas.
As a teenager during these challenging times, I often spend most of my evenings with my parents listening to recent news - ranging from the presidential election, to the Black Lives Matter movement, to development of the coronavirus pandemic. While I have been fortunate not to have any of my immediate family members catch the coronavirus, I realize that is not the case for everyone. Even many of those who have not been directly affected by the virus have suffered from other problems brought about by the pandemic such as food security, unemployment, and eviction. I want to help support those who truly do need a hand.
Inspiration
The inspiration behind this fundraiser came from a book I read called Sakado and the Thousand Paper Cranes by Eleanor Coerr. The book is based on the real story of a young Japanese girl named Sadako Sasaki who died of leukemia caused by radiation poisoning after Japan was bombed in World War II. Sadako’s goal was to fold 1,000 paper cranes which by legend would make her healthy again and grant her a single wish. Unfortunately Sadako passed away before she folded all 1,000 cranes, however, her fellow classmates who knew of her goal folded the remaining 356 cranes in honor of her determination.
After reading about Sadako, I thought about how much Sadako’s community must have loved each other to come together during such a difficult time. Reflecting on the impact the story has left on me even to this day, I’ve realized how important it is for us to lean on and support each other especially during times of trouble. By folding 1,000 paper cranes to symbolize the support our community provides each other during this time of crisis, our wish to give hope to those in need will be realized.
Feel free to check out the book yourself on Amazon.
Images on this website courtesy Layla Herod.
