Volunteer Appreciation
2020 was fruitful despite challenges and the pandemic. Agami continued to work hard and thrive together. Our 2020 virtual campaign "Together We Give, Together We Live" also resonated unity, bridged efforts across communities, appreciated each other and continued to work for the greater good. But all these would not have been possible without Agami volunteers. The Volunteer Appreciation Program was organized to say "thank you" and just spent some time sharing memories from 2020. The show was streamed live on Facebook on Agami Inc. page with 1,100 views generated during the program. Prior to the program, the volunteers were sent an Agami package by mail or handed to in-person.
The program was segmented and volunteers from three different initiatives participated. Of the many initiatives, the marketing department recognized three initiatives that not only met their goals but set an example and aligned to the 2020 campaign message.
Each segment was beautifully crafted with untold stories and fun facts. Key organizers of the program included Farhana Zaman (Director Marketing), Tahmeed Shahriad (Co-Director Membership), Tahiae Taz and Mashiat Mushtaq (Project Leads for Library Project), and Somiron Gregory (General Manager, Agami Education Foundation). Shamma Siddika and Merlin Chowdhury were hosts for the show and did a brilliant job.
Library Project - The project started in September 2019, when a few volunteers envisioned establishing a library system in Agami-supporting schools. The volunteers were able to collect a donation of 750 books by the end of 2020. We loved the vision behind this project - unique and simple - developing a channel to imagine, tell stories and find creativity with the little minds. What amazed us was how the team bridged across communities to set up a library for the underprivileged. We acknowledge their teamwork and sheer determination towards Library Project initiative. Watch the recorded video on YouTube for Library Project highlights.
COVID Relief Campaign - Agami's sudden undertaking due to the pandemic and lockdown in Bangladesh. Agami employees and volunteers worked diligently to provision meals during the lockdown. 3000 students and their families received the relief packet. Starting from fundraising challenges during a crisis, to arranging and packing the relief packets, to careful planning and distribution, this was done very well. Everyone included in this campaign are our version of COVID Heroes who have chosen to work for the greater good. Agami acknowledges their bravery and perseverance. Watch the recorded video on YouTube for COVID Relief Campaign highlights.
Year-end Fundraising Campaign - Lastly, Agami wanted to thank the year-end fundraising volunteers. This year, despite economic lows, Agami donors helped us reach the initial target of $50,000. We reached $65,00 this year!! This was possible because a handful of individuals spent a lot of time calling to each and every donor, following up with potential donors and driving the fundraising activity. It was different from previous years, because Agami also organized a virtual event and set up the Agami E-Bay store - Agami Inc. Two generous vendors donated a portion of their sales to Agami. Almost 30 volunteers worked together to make this year-end fundraising a success. Agami acknowledges the unwavering support and relentless efforts invested by the team day in and day out from October 2020 to mid-Jan 2021.
