39 children impacted
Barber Skills for Youth Futures
$0 of $1,180 raised
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- Cause Created: 03/27/2026
- Funding Complete
About the Cause
Posted by TH0937 in Thailand on 03/27/2026
In our community, many young people have free time but not many opportunities to learn a skill they can use. Some begin to lose direction and fall into unhealthy habits. Barbering will give them another path. We have started a small program, but want to expand it to more youth with more equipment. Youth will learn how to cut hair step by step, starting with basic skills and practicing with guidance. They will learn how to use tools safely, keep their space clean, and treat customers with respect. As they grow more confident, they will begin to serve people in the community. The barbershop will become a place where they can practice, improve, and build trust with others. Through this, they will learn more than just cutting hair. They will learn patience, responsibility, and how to speak with people. They will begin to take pride in their work and see that they can do something well. We specifically want to do barbering as our Cause, because this skill will stay with them. Whether they remain in the community or go elsewhere, they will always have a way to support themselves. More importantly, they will see a better path for their future and choose it.
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What the church is contributing
Physical Resources
Professional barbers are trainers. The building for organizing activities has adequate lighting and good ventilation.
Human Resources
Barbershop location, barbershop construction workers, shop equipment and materials
Financial Resources
$60
How the church will sustain the Cause
The barbershop school will continue by using part of what it earns to support itself. A small portion of the income will be set aside to repair tools, replace equipment, and keep the shop running. Another portion will be used to help train new youth. Those who have already learned will begin to guide others, passing on their skills and experience. As more youth are trained, new small barbershops can open in nearby areas. This will allow the work to grow without needing outside support. Because the skills are simple, practical, and always needed, the work will continue naturally. The shop will not only serve the community but also keep raising up new young people who are ready to work, learn, and support themselves.
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