The Dare to Share Challenge is simple, but powerful. We are asking you to consider how you can share — not just during the holiday season, but year-round — in ways that will make a meaningful difference. This Christmas, we’re inviting you to dare to share — whether it’s through donating, fundraising, or volunteering — to support the mission of Freedom Tree, an organization dedicated to saving lives and reducing maternal and infant mortality in Sierra Leone.
Christmas is a time of celebration, but it’s also a time of reflection on what really matters: family, community, and the future we are building for those who need it most. By joining the Dare to Share Challenge, you are not just giving a gift — you are sharing hope, health, and freedom to those who need it most.
How Does the Dare to Share Challenge Support Our Mission?
Freedom Tree’s mission is clear: we are working to reduce maternal and infant mortality in Sierra Leone and give every woman the chance to experience the joy of motherhood without fear of losing her child. Your participation in the Dare to Share Challenge directly supports this mission.
By sharing your time, talent, and treasure, you help us provide life-saving healthcare, education, and resources to the mothers and children in Sierra Leone. With your support, we can help ensure that every woman has access to quality maternal care, and every child can grow up in a safe, healthy environment.
Practical Ways to Dare to Share
The Dare to Share Challenge is all about empowering you to share in a way that feels personal and meaningful. Here are some practical ways you can participate:
1. Share Your Treasure 💰
Your financial contribution can make an immediate difference in the lives of mothers and babies. Donations go directly to programs that provide critical healthcare services, clean water, and safe delivery environments. Here are a few ways you can share:
• Make a one-time or recurring donation to support maternal healthcare in Sierra Leone.
• Create a fundraiser for your friends and family, asking them to donate in lieu of gifts.
• Give in honor of someone special by making a donation as a meaningful holiday gift.
Every dollar you share helps provide life-saving care and ensures that more mothers and babies can experience the joy of a healthy start.
2. Share Your Talent 🎨🏃
Do you have a special skill or talent? Whether it’s running a marathon, baking, hosting a charity event, or creating art, you can use your abilities to raise funds for Freedom Tree. Here are some ideas:
• Host a virtual or in-person fundraising event (e.g., a bake sale, auction, or holiday market) where proceeds go to Freedom Tree.
• Run a sponsored event like a walk, bike ride, or triathlon, and ask friends and family to sponsor your efforts.
• Create and sell something — whether it’s handmade crafts, art, or baked goods — and donate the proceeds.
Be as creative as you like! The possibilities are endless, and your talent will help bring hope to those who need it most.
3. Share Your Time ⏳🤝
Time is one of the most valuable gifts we can share. By donating your time, you become part of a community of advocates working to change lives. Here are a few ways you can get involved:
• Volunteer with Freedom Tree, either locally or virtually, to help with events, social media campaigns, or other initiatives.
• Share the message: Spread the word about Freedom Tree’s mission and encourage others to get involved by sharing posts, talking to your friends and family, or writing about the cause.
• Support your local community: Volunteer at local shelters, food banks, or other organizations that help families in need.
Your time and energy are priceless gifts, and when shared with others, they have the power to create lasting change.
The Impact of Your Share
When you participate in the Dare to Share Challenge, you are directly helping to change the birth story in Sierra Leone. By providing maternal healthcare, access to clean water, and a safe environment for childbirth, we can reduce the heartbreaking rates of maternal and infant mortality. Your contributions help mothers like Fatmata, who, thanks to generous donors, was able to safely deliver her baby at a Freedom Tree-supported health center. Without the support of donors like you, many mothers and babies would not have access to the life-saving care they need.
This Christmas, we are challenging you to Dare to Share — to share your time, your talents, and your treasure. Together, we can make this holiday season one of lasting impact, and bring hope, freedom, and health to communities in need.
Ready to Take the Dare?
We invite you to be part of something bigger this Christmas. Head to our website, www.freedomtree.ca, to learn more about how you can get involved, donate, or volunteer. Together, we can build a world where every child is cherished, every mother can thrive, and no one has to face the heartbreak of losing a child.
Are you ready to dare to share? Let’s make this Christmas the start of a brighter future for all.