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BOARD CULTURE & OPERATING RHYTHM

Dear Board Members,

I hope this message finds you well.

I am writing to share a comprehensive update on three key areas of our work: the February 11 Youth Day activities, the mobile hospital medical mission, and the progress of Alpha Trade School, along with the logistical and fundraising considerations tied to each.

Mobile Hospital Medical Mission – Update & Postponement

As you know, we were initially planning to conduct a mobile medical mission in February. However, following a recent call with Dr. Bwelle and a careful review of both our medical inventory and our financial readiness, it became clear that we are not sufficiently equipped—either in supplies or funding—to responsibly serve the number of patients awaiting care.

At this time, donations remain significantly below what is required. On average, we estimate the cost of care at approximately $16 per patient. With close to 2,000 patients expected, the financial and logistical burden becomes extremely difficult to manage without adequate preparation. Proceeding under these circumstances would limit our impact and could compromise the quality and safety of care.

For these reasons—both the shortage of supplies and the shortfall in funding—we have decided to postpone the mobile medical mission until July–August, allowing us time to properly prepare, fundraise, and fully equip the mission.

I have postponed the Americares shipment of medical donations that had already been approved for this trip until August and shifted our focus toward securing additional supplies and funding. I will be traveling to China to source many missing medical supplies—including sutures and other essential materials—at significantly lower cost. These items will be shipped by sea to Cameroon. Supplies not donated through U.S.-based partners will continue to be sent via barrels, with the goal of having everything in Cameroon before August 2026.

When traveling from China to Cameroon, Zoe and I will personally carry up to 200 pounds of supplies free of charge, and we will purchase additional checked bags if necessary. The most delicate and expensive items—such as sutures—will travel with us, while heavier materials will be shipped.

I cannot stress enough how critical fundraising is at this stage. I strongly encourage all Board members to fundraise actively—through direct donations, identifying potential donors, or sourcing in-kind contributions such as medicines, medical equipment, and consumables. Every contribution matters.

Alpha Trade School – Construction, Equipment & Staffing

This postponed medical mission will now align with my next trip to Cameroon for the preparation and grand opening of Alpha Trade School, scheduled for September.

Zoe and I will be on site to supervise:

– Completion of the dormitories

– The refectory

– Training hangars for vocational programs

– Laboratory classrooms for fertilizer production, ingredient mixing, honey extraction, egg storage, and other hands-on training activities

Recruitment is ongoing and intensive for instructors, teachers, and operational staff. Alpha Trade School will be one of the largest trade schools in Cameroon, and careful coordination is essential.

I recently spoke with the deputy, who emphasized the urgent need for an additional classroom—one side for computers and the other for laboratory use and storage. This space will support practical training such as fertilizer production and preparation of animal feed using locally sourced materials.

Students will also need backpacks and basic school supplies.

While in China, I will source as much small equipment as possible—gloves, hoses, tools, and materials for pig, chicken, and fish farming—items that are significantly more expensive in Africa. Most equipment will be shipped by sea, and I will bring back a complete inventory list so we can plan next steps efficiently.

February 11 – Youth Day Celebrations

On February 11, we will participate in Cameroon’s annual Youth Day celebrations, which are always festive and meaningful. Our schools will take part in parades, and villages will present results from the many community projects and initiatives we support. This is a key event where each community showcases its annual achievements.

These celebrations help us assess village self-sufficiency and guide decisions on where support can gradually be reduced while ensuring continued investment in essential infrastructure such as water wells, sanitation, medical missions, solar energy, and educational equipment.

Shipping & Financial Allocation

At the end of December, I sent five barrels to Cameroon (at $300 each). I was not able to send ten at that time, but I plan to send five additional barrels when I return from China and Cameroon. If you have any items to add, please pack and send them, or let me know when I can pick them up.

If you are able, please consider donating funds—any amount helps. Our goal is to have everything in Cameroon before August 2026 to allow for stronger planning and execution.

Current MumzyCRF funds and donations are being carefully allocated among:

1. Alpha Trade School needs (equipment, lab coats, boots)

2. Elementary student supplies (backpacks and uniforms)

3. Health campaign medical supplies

Purchases will be made primarily in Guangzhou, China, where pricing is far more favorable.

I am also deeply grateful to Gene for contributing $5,000 to cover Zoe’s plane tickets and travel expenses, as the foundation could not afford this at this time.

Thank You!

Thank you all for your continued commitment, leadership, and support. Please feel free to reach out with questions, fundraising leads, donor contacts, or equipment sources. Your engagement is more important than ever during this critical preparation phase.

With gratitude and respect,

Albertine F. Scray (Mumzy)

Founder & CEO

Mumzy’s Children Relief Foundation