Untold Stories
Untold Stories is a documentary about AFG's humanitarian work in the country of Georgia.
Message from our Chairman
After more than a decade of political upheaval and three wars, the people of Georgia are putting their lives back together. American Friends of Georgia (AFG) is there to assist the most vulnerable in the country – the families that fall through the cracks of Georgia’s social welfare system.
I am sure most of your are aware of the immense human suffering created by the war with Russia in August 2008 – an estimated 30,000 Georgians were forced from their homes as Russian soldiers and Ossetian irregulars pushed through Georgian villages. AFG responded quickly, creating the War Relief Fund and mobilizing funds through the generous donations of people like you. The funds were used to provide basic aid and support for the thousands left homeless and adrift.
The Crisis in Georgia
On 8 August, 2008, Russian troops advanced into South Ossetia. An estimated 128,000 Georgians fled their homes as a result of the conflict between Russia and Georgia. Of these, an estimated 30,000 Georgians fled from their villages in South Ossetia, many of whom are unable to return to their homes. These Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) are living in very difficult conditions in temporary housing. Many are traumatized and most are unable to earn a living. They are in great need of humanitarian assistance.
American Friends of Georgia has provided aid in the Republic of Georgia since 1994. We have offices and team members on the ground in Georgia, helping to insure that our efforts are effective.
How Can I Help?
Your tax deductable financial gift is the most important single action you can take to help the vulnerable children and elderly in Georgia. U.S. dollars have great purchasing power in Georgia. This fact, when combined with AFG’s hands-on-project monitoring of our Georgian partners, means that your gift is multiplied many times over.
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