Helping Girlguiding in Dominica:
A Postage Stamp Collection Appeal
Dominica, a small and picturesque island in the Caribbean, is no stranger to the destructive wrath of hurricanes. Regularly battered by fierce storms, the island has faced unimaginable challenges, with the most recent hurricane leaving a trail of devastation that affected over 95% of its buildings. Entire villages were washed away, livelihoods disrupted, and innumerable lives turned upside down. Among those affected was the Girl Guide Headquarters in Roseau, which was left in ruins after its roof was torn away by the relentless winds.
In the spirit of resilience and solidarity, Rainbows has taken a heartfelt initiative to help Girlguiding in Dominica recover and rebuild. Through a simple yet impactful act of collecting used postage stamps, Rainbows is spearheading a fundraising campaign to provide much-needed assistance to the communities it serves.
Why Stamps?
Used postage stamps might seem like small, insignificant relics of communication, but they hold hidden value when gathered in large quantities. Stamp collectors and dealers often purchase them to add to their collections, and the proceeds from these sales can be channeled directly to humanitarian causes. By contributing your used stamps, you are making a tangible difference to the lives of the Girlguiding community in Dominica and helping to restore a vital space for young girls to learn, grow, and thrive.
How You Can Help
It’s easy to get involved and contribute to this meaningful cause:
- Gather Your Stamps: Save any used postage stamps from your mail. It doesn’t matter where they’re from or how old they are—they can all be put to good use.
- Deliver to Rainbows: Bring your collected stamps to Blagdon Rainbows or Blagdon Village Stores
- Send by Post: If you are unable to deliver them in person, simply send your stamps to the address provided in the informational graphic below.
Why This Matters
Girlguiding is more than just an organisation; it is a haven of hope, learning, and empowerment for young girls in Dominica. It provides a safe space for them to develop skills, build confidence, and foster friendships. Rebuilding the Guide HQ is a crucial step in restoring normalcy and ensuring that these opportunities continue to flourish despite the challenges brought by natural disasters.
Your contribution, no matter how small, will ripple outwards, helping to rebuild not just physical infrastructure but also the spirits of those affected. Together, we can help Dominica rise stronger, one stamp at a time.
Join Us in Making a Difference
The Girlguiding community in Dominica needs your support now more than ever. So, the next time you receive mail, think of the little stamp in the corner as more than just a piece of paper—it’s a symbol of hope. Collect it, donate it, and be part of this inspiring effort to help rebuild and empower a community.
Let’s make every stamp count. Thank you for your support!
