I particularly like the last one!
It is the one with Petaquilla in the name. My guess is that most posters here have not given much money out of their own pocket to help those less fortunate. But perhaps I am wrong. Thanks for bringing this to everyone's attention again. I guess when you do great things a lot of people write about you. If only others in positions of power would use it for a greater good, the world would be a better place.
Fundacion Petaquilla is what I believe led Spain to award Richard the Caballero de Guadalupe Title that he received, and shares with Don Cristobal Colon de Carvajal our board memeber. You can't really put a price on such things, but I remember talking with folks in Spain the last time there, that his efforts were very effective in convincing the population to look favorable on Petaquilla efforts. I believe that this is commented on in the 2010 PR video with the local Huelva citizens and politician. You can find it on the internet.
Richard Fifer Social Programs
Many people living in Panama know Richard Fifer for his involvement within the mining industry. However, what is lesser known is the fact that he has inspired a significant amount of change within this country. Donations in the amount of almost two million dollars were made in order to use the profits from mining in the best possible way. This money has been given for the purpose of many social programs that will help young people living in this society. Good neighborhood programs are designed to help poor people find a place to live while also eliminating some of the crime problems that exist in different areas. This country is one that struggles with a very high crime rate, this leads to safety issues when people consider taking a vacation with their family. When people are scared of coming to this country, the result is a significant loss of tourist dollars that would otherwise go to local businesses. Many people have attempted to consider different solutions, but spending money on social programs is likely the best. Organizations can function as a simple way to keep children busy; this would also help them to remain off the street. The result of simply investing in these programs would be the ability to lower crime in the process.
Richard Fifer has also provided money that is intended to offer educational scholarships for people that have a financial need. Children that feel it is impossible for them to afford an education are much more likely to remain at the bottom of society. However, these social programs have been able to provide a way for millions of children that would not otherwise have a way to pay for an education. Social programs that pay for things such as books and other important tools can help children to retain hope despite dealing with some very serious problems within society. The future is about the children that are going to school today. As such, it is very important to use educational programs as a way of creating a level playing field for all of those that are currently at a disadvantage. Spending money on social programs is something that Richard Fifer has become very passionate about. In the future, these children will no longer have to suffer the horrors of poverty. Getting ahead is now simply about doing the work and getting the best possible education in this society.
