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£485
raised of £15,000 target by 13 supporters

    Weʼve raised £485 to launch ROOF, a water-proof insulated all-in-one padded coat with integrated sleeping bag and hood to trial, make and GIVE to the homeless.

    Swansea, United Kingdom
    Funded on Monday, 14th August 2017

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    Hi and thanks for your interest

    WHAT IS ROOF?
    ROOF is a high end water-resistant insulated all in one padded coat with an integrated sleeping bag, hood, hidden pockets and breathable interlining - designed to pack-away into a cross over lightweight and portable shoulder bag.

    WHO ARE WE?
    Red Dragon Manufacturing is a SOCIAL ENTERPRISE in Swansea (UK) rehabilitating people furthest from the job market and secure housing through training in skills and employment and manufacturing revenue generating product. Our social mission is at the core of everything we do and that is to change lives for the better.

    WHAT IT MEANS
    We want to expand and train people experiencing homelessness with the skills we already train, to make a product we know is desperately needed and to give hope and a living wage with which to secure housing, re-gain independence, self-respect and safety.

    WHAT DO WE NEED?
    We've raised £10K in capital and need to raise £15K more to cover the cost of manufacturing 50x ROOF units to give away for testing before we go ahead with production for sale to consumers.

    Each ROOF will have be monitored for 6-12 months (temperature, resilience, construction, durability) to build a case for growing the project and developing applications for refugees, the armed forces and rescue services before they have to try and survive another winter.

    SHARE THE ROOF JOURNEY
    ROOF is for people, for health, for rehabilitation and for homes. ROOF is not for profit.

    We pledge to keep you updated at every stage of the project and product development. We will involve you in open days, visits to our workshops, the opportunity to meet the people whose lives you have changed, to own a ROOF and once we've gauged the response for this initial stage fund raising exercise, set up a generous and optional take up reward scheme for everyone who has a vested interest.

    Every little really does help, so please share the news and encourage others to donate. Thank you!

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    • Jo Ashburner Farr7 years ago
      Jo Ashburner Farr

      Jo Ashburner Farr

      7 years ago
      Update from the Page owner

      Thank you to everyone who contributed to the total donations received for ROOF. We're going to launch a second fundraiser fairly soon and we'll continue to share info with you as things progress. We're not as disappointed with the total as you might think as we received a lot of press coverage out of the JustGiving crowdfunder which is invaluable in raising awareness. Please join us on twitter @reddragonmfg and our facebook pages to keep up to date. We'll be in touch again soon and thank you SO much for your help. x

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    • Jo Ashburner Farr7 years ago
      Jo Ashburner Farr

      Jo Ashburner Farr

      7 years ago

      Just taken a call from the press office at Just Giving who want to profile ROOF locally and possibly nationally. Fantastic news. Happy Friday x

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    7 years ago

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    Supporters

    13

    • Tim Ashburner

      Tim Ashburner

      Jul 12, 2017

      I am very glad to send you this money as my contribution to your very important project for the homeless.

      £200.00

    • Sian James

      Sian James

      Jul 5, 2017

      Well done Jo, another brilliant idea. Proud to sponsor your design.

      £30.00

    • Carolyn Teed

      Carolyn Teed

      Jul 3, 2017

      To my fabulous friend Jo - you are an inspiration. Hope this tiny amount helps you to your goal.

      £20.00

    • Elizabeth Lort-Phillips

      Elizabeth Lort-Phillips

      Jul 3, 2017

      Good luck with this Jo. Great work.

      £50.00

    • excellent idea, well done    Sonia Bennetts

      excellent idea, well done Sonia Bennetts

      Jul 1, 2017

      £10.00

    • Tina Ackers

      Tina Ackers

      Jun 19, 2017

      Great idea, good luck x

      £50.00

    • Tony Danyi

      Tony Danyi

      Jun 17, 2017

      Good luck!

      £15.00

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    Jo Ashburner Farr

    Jo Ashburner Farr

    Swansea, United Kingdom

    Im a mum and a wife and Im passionate about social change. 18 years ago I became a first time single married mum and homeless in the space of three days and it was THE most terrifying experience of my life. I set this project up to do my bit to help others get back on their feet.

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