We are currently working to upgrade the YWAM Perm Missions Center facilities to meet the fire codes of the Russian Federation.

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Fire in Perm, Russia

On Saturday, December 5, a fire broke out in a night club in Perm claiming the lives of over 146 people. One week later, over 80 people still remained hospitalized. This tragic event has shaken the city of Perm and the people of Russia.
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin flew into Perm the next day to visit the site of the fire, and then proceeded to initiate criminal charges against the owners of the night club and those involved in organizing the event. The Mayor of Perm has submitted his resignation along with the members of the regional government. Numerous fire safety officials have already been fired on corruption charges in connection with the tragic fire.
An investigative committee has said that 48 children lost one parent in the fire, while 15 children have lost both parents.
It has been determined that the high number of deaths in the fire was because the club was in violation of the fire code and there was only one exit available for over 300 people trying to flee the fire.

Everything under Scrutiny

As a result of the fire, a city wide investigation has begun and federal officials have decided to inspect every building in Perm where children or large numbers of people may gather. It is only a matter of time before they come to inspect our Youth With a Mission building.
For the last few months (before the fire), we have been working on a plan to bring our facilities up to fire code, as this is one aspect of our building that we know has never been completed.
We have made some progress on the fire safety project, but we remain extra cautious until we are able to ensure full compliance with Russian fire safety regulations. To ignore this requirement, would be a violation of fire code and could jeopardize the future of our mission.

We need to upgrade

We desire to continue reaching our city for Christ, but in order for us to continue serving the children, youth, and families of this nation we must immediately upgrade our facilities to exceed the fire safety standards of the Russian Federation.
Hundreds of children, young people, and students pass through the YWAM Perm Missions Center every year. Many young minds are being lead to the Lord and discipled for Christ. Our building serves as the focal point for many ministries including visiting the terminally ill, evangelism in remote villages, working in orphanages, and Kids Club. We have even been able to supply regular humanitarian aid to the poorest families in our neighborhood.
This year we are hoping to host more camps for children, partner with local churches to train children, continue our Kids Club ministry, and reach more of the children of Russia with the Gospel. Through our ministries we are making an eternal impact on many young lives!

We need your help

Would you prayerfully consider partnering with us so that we can continue to use our facilities in the way that God has called us. We want to stand before the governing authorities transparent and adhere to the laws of the land.

Tax-deductible donations can be mailed to YWAM at: YWAM Accounting P.O. Box 3000 Garden Valley, TX 75771 Please make checks payable to "YWAM" and enclose a separate piece of paper indicating that it is for "YWAM Perm Fireproof the Mission project". Our name should not appear anywhere on the check. For more information please call Pat Robinson at (903) 882-5591.

Budget

Fire Alarm $5,500 Done!
Includes installation of alarm system, smoke detectors, and service with connection to local fire department
Fire Extinguishers $750
10 fire extinguishers
Emergency exit doors $2,200
Exit doors up to fire code hooked into the fire alarm
Emergency exit stairs $3,500
Current stairs are dangerous, new stairs must be suitable for use by children
Fire retardant spray in attic $1,500 Done!
Attic must remain empty and be treated with fire retardant spray
Container $2,500
The attic contains all our construction and maintenance materials. In order to empty the attic we need a container for storage.
Sheetrock $1,500
Covers all exposed wiring and increases fire protection
Drop Ceiling $1,100
Alarm system and smoke detectors must be installed in a drop ceiling. Also increases fire protection
Engineering project $350
Legal document and plans for fire safety and alarm system
Locks $700
All indoor and outdoor locks must be replaced, and keys organized in special cabinet
Electrical wiring $400
Electrical wiring must be installed in 3 rooms before sheetrock and drop ceiling can be installed
Emergency lighting $1,000
Provides lighting in case of fire or power failure
Bathroom/Plumbing $3,500
Plumbing must be completely replaced in one second floor bathroom before sheetrock, drop ceiling, or alarm system can be installed. Currently, leakage is causing damage on the first floor.
Transportation $200
Covers costs involved in purchasing materials, services, and documentation
Material Delivery $200
Covers delivery of materials for sheetrock, drop ceiling, and emergency exit stairs
Labor $1,000
Covers labor for installation of materials

TOTAL $25,900