World Turtle Day - Solicitation Letter

Dear Turtle Friends,

I just arrived from a meeting with the Western Philippine University (WPU) with whom we celebrate for the past 7 years the World Turtle Day in the Philippines. To augment our limited funds we formulated a solicitation letter which is herewith attached. Any support is highly appreciated.
Best,

Sabine

Dear Sir / Madam:
Katala Foundation and WPU–Puerto Princesa Campus will celebrate the 7th World Turtle Day this coming 17 July 2015 with the theme “Sa Palawan Lamang: Ang Palawan Forest Turtle”
This year’s event intends to raise awareness about the continuous rampant illegal collection of the Palawan Forest Turtle Siebenrockiella leytensis. This species is endemic to Palawan and critically endangered. The collection for food and pet is driving it to extinction.
We will invite high school students from various schools in Puerto Princesa City and neighboring municipalities to compete in Quiz Bee, Logo-making contest, Turtle Trade Drama and Sing & Dance. Winners will receive cash prizes, school supplies, books and certificates.
In connection to this, may we respectfully solicit any amount or in-kind contribution (books, booklets, school supplies, certificate paper, streamer printing, etc.) from you to augment resources for the prizes and supplies? We are looking forward for your support in this conservation advocacy. Rest assured that we will give due recognition for whatever support you may extend.
For further information, please contact Mrs. Elsa Carmen Montaňo (09493065981).
Yours sincerely,


Dr. Sabine Schoppe                   Dr. Lota A. Creencia
Director, Philippine Freshwater              Dean, College of Fisheries and
Turtle Conservation Program             Aquatic Sciences
Katala Foundation Inc.                  WPU-PPC