Just three months ago, French forces chased out Islamic rebels who had seized Timbuktu and ransacked the city, including the schools, leaving students with no books or supplies.
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Since 1991, when Tempe and Timbuktu became sister cities, Tempe has funded fresh water wells, medical supplies, school building and school supplies.
A fund raising event benefitting Sister Cities’ latest Timbuktu initiative, Soup for You and School Supplies for Timbuktu, will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m April 15-19 at Hackett House, 95 W. Fourth St., Tempe.
A $10 donation will be rewarded with soup in a bread bowl, plus salad, beverage and a cookie, all courtesy of Wildflower Bread Co.
