… specifically, we have to pass an inspection by the end of September. To pass we need:

1. new winter tires (they are simply worn down, no profile left)
2. a new timing belt has to be put in (it’s a diesel motor and at 125,000 km, the belt has to be replaced for the inspection)
3. new brake pads (rear – the red warning light has been on now for months)

Costs:

1. tires and rims, 100- per tire or total 400- (they are big tires, it’s a van)
2. timing belt replacement is 500- (it takes several hours work to replace)
3. brake pads will probably cost 250- (last time that’s what it cost)

Deadline:

The inspection must be done by the end of September or we pay a fine

Why help:

The van is how we help others by traveling to those in need, transporting people and goods to help the poor and getting to our mission partners. We just don’t have the money to do all this at once. So I decided to take this to you in the hope you can a) donate, b) if not donate, pass the message on.

And since I left this quite late we are able to borrow the money to get through the inspection, but the money must be repaid by the end of October (I hate trying to raise funds since I’m terrible at it anyway … that’s why I left this appeal so late)

Will you be updated?

Yes, anyone who donates and gives an email address will receive an update from me as to how much was raised and when the loan gets paid back. If you don’t want an email, I’ll post the update on this page about the progress as well.

How can you help?

Here is the PayPal button (which links to one of missionary organizations translated “Branch Ministries e.V.”)

Of, if you are in the USA and prefer to send a check, please use this address:

Ripe For Harvest World Outreach (201)
2824 N. Power Rd #113282
Mesa AZ 85215-1674 USA

Checks MUST be payable to

Ripe For Harvest #201

(if cheques are not specifically marked with the #201 the donation will NOT reach us!)

Wow, thank you already just for reading all this! A quick prayer for my missions work is also appreciated :-)

God bless, Ron

What others say (when we came by car):
“We were so burned out we contemplating stopping our ministry, but then you came…”
“The books, clothes and soap you brought have made such a difference to the kids, our orphans just appreciate your efforts so much…”

If you have questions, please contact me: Twitter (@30dp) | Facebook (rons place) | Email: ron@xodigo.com

Update 31 October:

Dear friends,

I want to express my appreciation for your generosity. We have now raised 235- Euro. Your personal commitment is incredibly helpful to reach our goal. Your assistance means so much to me. Thank you from all of us.

Sincerely, Ron