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How are program fees spent?


By syriaadmin - Posted on 03 July 2008

We do not make a profit of program fees. All program fees are used to cover the costs on the ground of: the arabic classes, weekend trips, meals, transportation, accommodations at Saint Elias Monastery, and staff time for set up and program development.

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