It’s that time again- back to school. School supplies lists, registration fees, new clothes, shoes and computer equipment, the lists are never ending! As you might know, preparing for the “back-to-school” season is hectic and expensive.
Thankfully, Serving Hands International has once again provided backpacks, shoes and school supplies to 29 Partners in Baja. Over 800 students received support from Serving Hands School Program. In addition to the backpacks and school supplies, Serving Hands received an unexpected in-kind donation of new shoes for children and teens.
Whispering Winds Catholic Camp in Julian, California who runs an annual Family Camp, asks their campers to donate a pair of new shoes for a worthy organization, such as Serving Hands International. Through their generosity, Serving Hands Partners received over 90 pairs of new shoes!
The shoe donations were received just in time for the many students returning to school.
“The shoes were the icing on the cake!” said Claudia Ramos, Program Director for Serving Hands Partner – Friends of the Poor. “The shoe donation especially impacted Juan Garcia, who couldn’t believe the shoes were free – a gift from a stranger in the US.” “Juan couldn’t believe the shoe fit and there was no cost to him, Juan shed alittle tear of joy.” Said Claudia.
It is because of people like you that we are able to continue the support to our Partners and their community.
Whatever journey we walk, it’s always easier with new pair of shoes!
Thank you!
“Never worry about numbers. Help one person at a time, and always start with the person nearest to you,” this was Mother’s Teresa’s calling to serve the poor. We rejoice in sharing that joyful mission! Serving Hands International hosted their annual luncheon celebrating 33 years in service on October 1, 2015 in San Ysidro, California. The event featured 170 current Serving Hands partners, ministry leaders and program directors joining in the celebration! Among attendees were 37 sisters, 31 priests and Tijuana’s own Bishop Rafael Romo Munoz. Together with Serving Hands Founders, Board members and staff, we celebrated another great year of Serving Hands International’s commitment to service. The Caster family, Serving Hands International Board, Staff and volunteers want to thank you, Serving Hands International Partners for carrying on the legacy. This is made possible due to the generosity of A-1 Self Storage and its valuable customers. With this support Serving Hands International is able to provide supportive programs within the countries of Mexico, India, Ghana, Tanzania, Peru, Philippines and South Africa to help those communities and their people. We follow Mother Teresa’s lead as we strive to serve the poorest of the poor and positively impact the lives of those both near and far.
Thank you for your support! – SHI
In a rural community in Peru, Missionary of the Cross Sisters have partnered with Serving Hands International to build the first enclosed chapel and community building in their community. With a grant of $23,000 USD and a specific set of goals in place the sisters stewarded well the resources provided. The end result is in Sister Maria Saavedra’s words, “a complete, cozy, beautiful and special place” for the community.
Serving Hands received reports and photos that we gladly share with you, our supporters, so you might rejoice in the good work that has taken place for the people in Lima, Peru! Thanks to the generous donors and A-1 Self Storage, Serving Hands International was able to provide the resources to build the cozy chapel in Lima, Peru.
Serving Hands International- Mission Statement
To aid the poorest people in the world and strive to encourage in them self-sufficiency, dignity, and hope by providing educational and vocational opportunities, food, clothing, shelter, medical assistance and spiritual guidance.
Thanks to your generosity and to the continued support of A-1 Self Storage’s SHI’s Christmas Tradition, 2014 was a great success!”
To Serving Hands International,
My name is Alexander Joseph. I am seven years old. I was born with no arms. I live in Moshi. My parents died of Aids. My father was the first to die and my mother died when I was one year old. I came to live with Father Urio then. I have just received a scholarship for my schooling from you (Serving Hands International).
I would like to say thank you so much for saving my life because education is life in Tanzania. My dream is to attend college. With your (Serving Hands International) support I am blessed to go to school. I have a home with meals, I play with other children and I have clothes to wear. None of this would be possible without your support. Thank you.”
Serving Hands International Field Officer, Joaquin Hernandez called Father Urio of the Catholic Diocese of Moshi, Tanzania to discuss Alexander’s letter. While speaking with Father Urio and gaining his permission to share Alexander’s letter with you, he was taken with the warmth of how Father described this child. With permission we share his thoughts with you.
“Alexander Joseph was very young when we brought him into our home. Alexander has been a good child, an inspiration to us all, because he does not allow his disability to stop him. He is determined. Alexander uses his legs and toes to write. He has very good handwriting and is a stellar pupil. Alexander placed second in his class of 39 children. I know he will go far in this world. I pray that his dream to attend college becomes reality.”
Serving Hands International began partnership with Father Urio in Moshi Tanzania in 2005. Alexander Joseph is one of the many children we have been able to serve through this successful partnership. Together we have helped educate over 150 orphan children, provided meals, clothes and a home to 200 children! We have also partnered in 4 micro credit projects with the Father. We are honored to serve alongside of Father Urio and the Diocese of Moshi, Tanzania, Africa. The impact this program has made in such a short time is tremendous. Such an impact has been made possible by our sponsor A-1 Self Storage and donors like you. Thank you!
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Serving Hands Partner Casa Hogar Morada del Nino (Orphanage) received a donation to benefit the 27 children that live in the orphanage. The children range from the ages of 7 to 18. Each received 2 pairs of shoes. With out the help of Serving Hands Education Program, The kids would have not been able to receive shoes for the upcoming school year.
Serving Hands Partner Casa Hogar Morada del Nino (Orphanage) received a donation to benefit the 27 children that live in the orphanage. The children range from the ages of 7 to 18. Each received 2 pairs of shoes. With out the help of Serving Hands Education Program, The kids would have not been able to receive shoes for the upcoming school year.
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