Mabel is an inspiration. Mabel lives with two siblings in a 1-bedroom apartment without electricity or running water. Sadly, her parents have passed away. Her older sister earns only $60 a month as a petty trader. To earn lunch money, Mabel does errands for people in her community.

Despite her current circumstances, Mabel finds it within herself to bring hope to others by encouraging them to trust in God. She plans to do humanitarian work when she grows up, so Mabel pays attention in school each day and studies hard. Your kind gift of a uniform allows Mabel to attend school fully prepared and presentable. Thank you so much, Paloma!

Lansana is a student with plans to become an engineer.  He lives with his aunt, who is also raising six other children and caring for two dependent adult relatives.  This extended family of 10 lives in a 1-bedroom mud house without running water or electricity.

Before he goes to school each day, Lansana does most of the housework. With all his work, he needs a good night sleep! Through your donation, Aparajita, Lansana will be protected from malaria and get the rest he deserves.  Thank you for your generosity!

When it’s time for Grace to sleep, she joins her mother and two of her sisters on the single bed they share.  The whole family lives in a 1-bedroom house with no electricity or running water.  Grace’s father is a plumber, earning $50 a month.  As you can imagine, this is not enough to meet the basic needs of his family. Sadly, they usually go to bed on empty stomachs. In spite of difficulties, Grace has high hopes for the future and studies late at night. One day, she plans on teaching!

Your generous donations mean that Grace will have the nutritional supplements her growing body and developing mind need.  Grace can’t say thank you all enough. A big thank you to Katie for providing six months of supplements. All your kindness is appreciated!

Adama, John and Esther are all from the same family.  Adama lives with her son, John, and her granddaughter, Esther, in a home with no running water.

Thanks to your generosity, this family can sleep without fear of mosquitoes and malaria. Thank you, Aparajita, for providing mosquito nets for this family!

Mbalu, Mohamed and Fatu are the recipients of your kind donations. Fatu does not have a place of her own, so she now lives with her daughter’s family. Mbalu lives with her husband and two grandchildren in a 1-bedroom apartment with no running water or electricity. They depend on their children’s income to survive.  Mohamed, a religious leader in his community, also lives in a 1-bedroom apartment without running water. He receives minimal support from family members and worshipers.

Rupali and Aparajita–your donations provide these three individuals protection from malaria and a better night of rest. Thank you so much for your generosity. A sincere thank you to Rupali for providing two mosquito nets. They think of you both kindly each time they settle in for a night of sleep!

Fatmata, Hassan, Kadiatu, Hafisatu and Mamawa are at different places on the road of life. Kadiatu and Mamawa are married housewives, each with two children.  Hafisatu and Hassan are students from large families, living in homes without electricity or running water.  Little Fatmata is not in school yet because of her age.

However, these five have the same hope – a healthy life. Your gift is helping to keep that hope alive, Rupali, and they extend their appreciation and thanks for the bed nets they received. With their new bed nets, these five individuals can sleep peacefully without worry of mosquitoes and malaria. Thank you so much for your generosity!

Melvin, Moses and Adama each have a different home life. Melvin lives with his mother’s family, all seven of whom rely on his mother’s monthly salary of $50.  Moses and his parents live in a 1-bedroom zinc sheet home without electricity or running water. Adama’s grandmother takes care of her the best she can.

Your generous donation represents a great thing this trio now has in common.  Each one can have sweet dreams, protected from mosquitoes under their treated bed nets. These nets keep them all safe from the dangers of malaria at night!  Melvin, Moses and Adama extend their sincerest thanks to you, Rupali! Thank you!

Zainab is 12 years old, and is an aspiring medical doctor that likes mathematics and reading. She lives with her parents, three sisters and two brothers in a 2-bedroom apartment with no electricity or running water. Zainab’s father earns only $70 a month as a plumber and her mother occasionally caters. Their combined efforts, however, are not enough to meet the needs of a family of 8.

With your aid, Zainab can receive vitamin supplements for a whole year. These supplements will boost her diet and help her to live more healthily and actively. Zainab is so grateful to you, Jennifer, for the difference your gift is making in her life! Thank you so much!

Mohamed dreams of a home, but his current reality is different. His mother is training to be a nurse and does not earn an income yet, so Mohamed and his mother live in an unfinished building owned by a family friend.

Mohamed’s mother does not have enough to meet even his most basic needs, so she is extremely grateful for your donation. With your donations, he is able to receive the necessary vitamin supplements to endure these difficult times for a whole year. Mohamed thanks Meghan, Kyley, Scott and Alyssa; you have given him the gift of good health!

Onike was born on November 17, 2007.  This 3-year-old enjoys singing and her voice is strong. She loves to sing at nursery school or at home with her parents and three siblings.

Onike’s father is trained as a carpenter and his monthly income varies depending on the amount of business that he gets, ranging from $40 to $50.  Her mother’s income of $24 per month comes from her work as a house maid.

With your donations, Onike is able to attend a full year of school! Thanks for helping Onike sing a song of hope through your support.

Tahira, Jacqueline, Jolie, Joel, Audrey, Donna, Glenn, Michael, Paloma, Sterling, Melinda, and David (2 months!)–Because of all of you, her life is brighter and better.  Thanks for your support that is making a real difference in her world!