When Torah escaped from the Amish, she vowed that one day she would utilize her experiences to give back to her fellow Amish by creating a bridge that would help Amish youth/adults who don't wish to practice the Amish religion to more easily and successfully transition into mainstream America. Now that she graduated from Columbia, that 'one day' has come. Project Amish, the bridge, is only in the idea phase but Torah will develop it over the next 12 months in conjunction with writing a book about her experiences pre- and post-escape. Through Project Amish, Torah will bring more awareness to the general public about what goes on behind the scenes within the Amish so that the Amish (especially women and children) have a better chance at being offered the assistance and resources that they need, whether that's improving their lives as practicing or non-practicing Amish. Torah envisions Project Amish to be a nonprofit organization that provides everything that an Amish person needs to optimally function in mainstream America, as well as assist those who don't wish to leave the Amish but still want aid. The programs and services offered will address the emotional/psychological, physical and spiritual arenas--whatever is needed to promote an individual's holistic well-being. How to Help When they hear Torah's story, many people wonder what they can do to help the Amish. Until Project Amish is set up to accept tax-deductible donations, we suggest that one consider donating to or becoming involved with one of the organizations below that Torah likes. Also, Torah is looking to connect with agents or publishers interested in spreading awareness of her experience (reflective of the experience of many) in book form. Please contact her if you are interested in the book that she is writing. http://www.tkbventures.com/index.php?option=com_contact&Itemid=3 If anyone knows of an organization that helps the Amish directly, please contact us. We would love to know about it. http://www.tkbventures.com/index.php?option=com_contact&Itemid=3