The Guyana Council of Organizations for Persons with Disabilities (GCOPD) held a fundraising raffle in early 2023, which was open to the general public and included a variety of prizes.
Prizes included:
- A laptop
- An electric scooter
- A 32’’ Flat Screen TV
- Day trip for two at a popular resort
- Consolation prizes
The GCOPD stated that the raffle was a way to raise funds to support their mission of promoting the rights and dignity of persons with disabilities in Guyana. The organization stated that the proceeds from the raffle would be used to purchase a plot of land for the organization.
They expressed gratitude to the community for their support and to the businesses that donated prizes to the raffle. The organization also thanked the community for their ongoing support and recognition of the needs and rights of persons with disabilities.
The GCOPD stated that the success of the raffle was a reflection of the community’s recognition of the importance of promoting accessibility and inclusiveness for persons with disabilities. The organization hopes that the proceeds from the raffle will help to make a real difference in the lives of persons with disabilities in Guyana and to advance the cause of disability rights.
