What Faithful Giving Has Made Possible

With the support of many mission teams and the generosity of our donors, we have been able to complete numerous projects that meet some of the children’s most essential needs—including running water, showers, bathrooms, electricity, clothing, dental services, and more. Below are just a few of the projects we’ve accomplished over the years and the many ways God has been at work through each one.

It is our prayer that, with your continued support, this list of completed projects will continue to grow as we work together to create lasting change. You may choose to make a general donation toward our ongoing projects, or if you feel led to initiate or fully fund a larger need or specific project, we invite you to reach out to us directly.

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2025

Color to Our Home

While home on break, Berclay spent several days revitalizing the chicken coop at ECCBH. His work included cleaning the space, making repairs, and preparing the area for a new group of chickens. The project also became a valuable hands-on learning experience for several of the older boys, helping them develop responsibility and teamwork as they assist with animal care.

The long-term goal is to once again provide fresh eggs for the children, supporting both nutrition and sustainability at the home. Recent storms, however, caused damage to the coop’s roof, which will require replacement. As another project already requires tin roofing, plans are underway to include additional panels in the next supply order to complete the coop repairs.

Fresh Paint of Our School Chalkboards

While home on break from university, Bender and Berclay spent time assisting with improvements to the garden at ECCBH. Bender devoted several days to clearing the area, installing new fencing, and planting fresh seeds. Many of the younger boys joined in, turning the project into a collaborative effort. Bender’s natural leadership and encouragement made the work both productive and educational, and he took pride in helping restore the garden with hopes of a successful growing season.

New Chickens

Garden Renovation

Adding Light to Their Lives

Phase I of our interior lighting project began with improvements to the cafeteria, which previously had very limited illumination. The installation of two LED lights significantly brightened the space, creating a more functional and welcoming environment for daily activities, including worship.

With the support of our upgraded solar battery system and additional panels, ECCBH now has the capacity to provide consistent, reliable lighting throughout the property. This marks an important step toward improved safety and usability within the children’s home.

Future plans include extending lighting upgrades to the dormitories as the next phase of the project.

Back to School Wishlist Full-filled

Many thanks to our friends, family, and supporters—within just a few weeks, we were able to completely clear our Amazon wishlist of school supplies. We also took advantage of a buy-one-get-one 50% off sale at Target to purchase many packs of new underwear and undergarments for the kids.

As the needs in our community continue to grow, our school supplies extend far beyond just our children—we share these blessings with students throughout Bombardopolis. Whether it’s a pen, a pencil, a pair of socks, or a simple notebook, we want to encourage and support their education through every small gesture we can.

Cafeteria Roof Replaced

A major improvement to our children’s home was the replacement of the cafeteria roof, a long-awaited and essential upgrade. The previous roof had become heavily rusted and unstable after years of exposure to harsh weather. After months of planning and fundraising, new 40mm thick tin panels were installed to provide a safer and more durable structure.

During the renovation, the team also reinforced sections of the siding, added a new door, and applied a fresh coat of paint—blue, chosen by the children to complement the new roof. This renovated space serves not only as a cafeteria, but also as a gathering place for worship, study, and community events. The upgraded structure now offers a secure and welcoming environment for daily use.

Solar System Expansion

A major milestone for our campus was the installation of a new solar power system, completed after a full year of planning, fundraising, and preparation. Our previous lead-acid batteries were reaching the end of their lifespan, making a full upgrade essential to ensure uninterrupted power for the children and staff. The new system includes lithium batteries, inverters, and additional solar panels, providing reliable 24/7 electricity with increased capacity for future growth.

The project required significant structural and technical work, including reinforcing walls to support the heavier batteries, installing a new roof to protect the equipment, and resolving multiple onsite challenges throughout the process. Over the course of five days, the team successfully completed the installation and brought the updated system online.

This upgrade marks a major step forward in creating a safer, more dependable, and more sustainable environment for our campus. It strengthens our infrastructure and supports the long-term stability of every program at Emmanuel Children’s Center of Bombardopolis Haiti.

Guest House Window Replacement

The guest mission house, which also serves as our dental clinic, required critical window replacements after the original glass panes had broken over time and were temporarily patched with cardboard. To improve safety for both visiting teams and the equipment stored inside, the building was upgraded with new glass windows and protective metal bars, a common and secure architectural standard in Haiti.

Over several days, Haitian contractors completed the necessary structural work, including removing sections of cement, creating openings, installing new windows, and securing steel bars. While this project addressed the most urgent areas, additional windows in the house will need replacement in the future to further strengthen the building and enhance its overall safety and livability.

Building Paint Renovation

A full repaint of the property became a necessary project after the buildings showed significant wear from weather, time, and daily use. The exterior paint had deteriorated beyond routine maintenance, and the campus no longer reflected the vibrant environment we strive to provide for the children.

The project began with manually removing old, peeling paint from the buildings—an essential step to ensure proper adhesion and durability. Once the surfaces were prepared, multiple coats of fresh paint were applied across the property. The girls’ dorms received a bright pink and brown color scheme selected to reflect their space, while the boys’ dorms were refreshed with a clean gray-blue interior.

With exposure to dust, weather conditions, and limited access to electric tools, exterior paint typically lasts around three years at our location, making this renovation both timely and important. The updated colors bring renewed life to the campus and help maintain a clean, welcoming, and uplifting environment for the children who call Emmanuel home.

New Bed Sheets for Every Child

Thanks to a holiday Amazon wishlist, a shipment of much-needed bedding arrived at ECCBH, allowing every child in our children’s home to receive a new set of bed sheets. Many of the previous sets had become worn from daily use, making this an important upgrade in comfort and hygiene. Additional sheet sets were also purchased through seasonal sales, helping stretch resources while improving each child’s sleeping space.

Because laundry at ECCBH is a lengthy, all-day process, our long-term goal is for every child to eventually have at least two sets of sheets to rotate between. This shipment was a meaningful step toward that goal and contributed to creating a cleaner and more comfortable environment within our children’s home.

Door Replacement and Installation

A necessary security upgrade was completed with the installation of new doors for the cafeteria, the boys’ dorm rooms, and the front entries of the girls’ dorms. The previous doors had deteriorated significantly over time, compromising both safety and functionality.

New, reinforced doors with functioning locks were installed to restore proper security throughout the children’s home. This improvement provides a safer and more reliable environment for daily living and supports the overall well-being of the children at ECCBH.

2024

Hydroponic Success

Our hydroponic starter system was successfully set up and brought to life, and it didn’t take long to see encouraging results. Within the first week, a small sprout emerged, and over the following weeks our tomato and kale plants began to thrive. It was exciting to watch the progress and see the system do exactly what it was designed to do.

The boys played an active role throughout the process—from setting up the system to planting the seeds. Along the way, they learned how to test the water’s pH and add the proper nutrients to support healthy growth. As the project developed, the system produced a variety of vegetables including lettuce, peppers, and tomatoes, with plans in place to expand to additional crops as their knowledge grew.

We are incredibly grateful to our longtime friend Keith for providing this system and believing in the importance of teaching self-sustainability. His generosity helped plant the seeds for a project with lasting impact. Our long-term vision is to continue expanding this hydroponic initiative into a larger operation capable of supplying fresh vegetables for the children on a daily basis.

Garden of Hope Seeds

Our team dedicated an entire day to preparing the land and its borders for this special garden project. The heat and physical labor made the work challenging, but watching the space transform into a beautiful, ready-to-plant garden made every effort worthwhile. Before the work began, the children gathered for a meaningful ceremony, marking the significance of the moment and setting the tone for what was to come.

Thanks to the generous support of our friends at Hope Seeds Inc., we received a wonderful variety of seeds that will grow into nutritious produce for the children. Hope Seeds is a Christian charitable ministry devoted to sharing the love of Christ while improving nutrition for some of the world’s most vulnerable communities through quality garden seeds, agricultural education, and the Message of Hope.

We were also blessed with extra seeds, which were shared with six partner churches and another Christian charity. Looking back, this project filled us with hope and joy—not only for the harvest it would produce, but for the way it allowed us to bless our wider community. We are deeply grateful for the generosity that made this possible and for the seeds of hope that were planted both in the soil and in our hearts.

Back to School Wishlist Fullfilled

We are incredibly grateful for the outpouring of support that helped us fully clear our back-to-school Amazon wishlist. In a short amount of time, our supporters—along with their friends and family—came together to purchase more than 100 essential school supply items, ensuring the children were prepared to start the school year on the right foot.

The supplies were shipped by boat to Port-au-Prince and then transported up the mountain to Emmanuel. The total cost to ship this load was $542, and we are thankful to everyone who helped cover this expense through their generous donations.

In addition to the school supplies, we also received ink and ID badge materials for our school—an unexpected and wonderful blessing. The children at the orphanage were also able to receive new sandals for playtime, adding even more joy to this back-to-school season.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who shared the wishlist and contributed to this effort. Your generosity made a meaningful difference in the lives of these students, and we are so grateful for the continued support that helps us meet both educational and daily needs.

Christmas in June

We are still smiling when we look back on the arrival of the Christmas boxes. It was truly a blessing that the shipment remained safe in Port-au-Prince for so many months and ultimately made the long journey up the mountain to reach the children.

“Christmas in June” became a day the kids won’t soon forget. Their smiles said it all. The children enjoyed a special, well-rounded meal complete with meat, vegetables, pasta, and even a sweet treat to finish. We are incredibly grateful to our staff, who spent hours in the kitchen on their Sunday to prepare this meal with so much care and love. Thank you as well to everyone who donated toward the grocery list and helped make this celebration possible.

Each child also received their own hygiene kit, including soap, a toothbrush and toothpaste, deodorant, hair care items, and a blanket. Even these simple gifts were deeply appreciated and never taken for granted by the children.

Security Camera Installation

Thanks to the generosity of a supporter who purchased solar-powered security cameras for us at a discounted price through Amazon, our team was able to fully secure the property with camera coverage throughout the grounds. This upgrade was also made possible by the Wi-Fi available on our property—something that is truly a blessing in Haiti and not easily accessible in many areas.

Strengthening security has always been a top priority, and this combination of resources has provided much-needed visibility and peace of mind. We are deeply grateful for this thoughtful donation and for the continued support that helps keep our children, staff, and property safe each day.

Love For The Kids Fundraiser

We are so thankful for everyone who supported the children through donations, raffle purchases, likes, shares, and words of encouragement during our Love for the Kids Fundraiser, held on February 3rd in Florida.

This event marked our very first raffle, both online and in person, and we were truly encouraged by the response. With 40 total entries, the raffle featured a variety of prizes including jewelry, hair care items, candles, and fun experiences for children. We extend a special thank you to the incredible small-business moms in Broward County who generously donated products and experiences—your support played a meaningful role in the success of this fundraiser.

Together, we raised $1,043, bringing us one step closer to purchasing much-needed batteries for the children’s solar system. Every contribution helped move this goal forward.

2023

Clothing Drive

In August of 2023, with the help of so many generous hearts, we were able to provide each child at the orphanage with several brand-new and gently used outfits. This was a significant blessing for our 36 children, as the conditions in which they live, play, and learn can take a real toll on their daily clothing.

Every single item was purchased through our customized Amazon wishlist, made possible entirely by the generosity of our supporters. All of the items arrived safely at Emmanuel in September and were joyfully distributed to each child on October 8th. We were even able to share this special moment live on Facebook, celebrating together as a community.

Below, you’ll find our ongoing Amazon wishlist, which includes basic daily necessities as well as additional items the children need from time to time. Thank you for continuing to help us meet these practical needs and for showing our children they are seen, valued, and deeply loved.

Ice Machine

AA heartfelt thank you to our longtime friend, Mr. Belle, who is a strong believer in self-sustainability and in creating new income-generating opportunities in a country with very limited job options. His generous donation of a commercial ice machine made our Eco-Ice Project possible—an initiative that will allow us to sell snow cones for a small fee to help support the orphanage and school.

This is just the beginning of the project. Our long-term hope is to have multiple machines in operation, creating a sustainable source of income by selling these simple, joyful treats to students and the surrounding community.

During shipment, the machine unfortunately leaked freon, and we are currently working to repair it so we can place it into production as soon as possible. We are deeply grateful for this vision and generosity and look forward to seeing how this project will bless the children and community in the months ahead.

2022

Almost Completely Off The Grid

Thanks to our dear partners, friends, and faithful supporters, we are now able to operate almost everything on our new solar system. While additional panels and batteries are still needed to fully power our water well pump, we are deeply grateful for the way the Lord has provided through your generosity.

This project also became a meaningful, hands-on learning opportunity for our older boys. From welding the support structure for the solar panels to tightening the final bolts, they proudly took part in every step of the process—gaining valuable skills, confidence, and a greater understanding of sustainable energy. Watching them work together, learn, and take ownership of this project has been a true blessing and a beautiful example of growth in action.

Power Cable

In 2022, we experienced two unexpected electrical fires that raised serious safety concerns on our property. After sharing these concerns with a longtime friend, we were blessed by a generous donation of electrical wire from National Marine Suppliers. This new wiring allowed us to replace the old extension-cord system, which had become a major fire hazard.

Thanks to this critical upgrade, we are now able to safely host dental missions and serve both the children and the surrounding community without the constant fear of losing an entire mission building to fire. This gift not only improved safety—it brought peace of mind and made continued ministry possible. We are deeply grateful for this timely provision and for those who stepped in when it mattered most.

Turf

Thanks to a longtime volunteer, dear friend, and faithful supporter, the children now have a clean and safe outdoor space where they can play, study, and enjoy time outside. This turf area was the first phase of a playground project envisioned for the children. Although the full playground was never completed due to missing materials and time constraints, this space has still become—by far—the children’s favorite place on the property.

They spend hours here each day laughing, playing, resting, and simply being kids. Before this turf was installed, the children had no place to gather or play without getting covered in dirt the moment they stepped outside their dorms. This space has been a tremendous blessing, offering both comfort and dignity.

It remains our hope to one day replicate this project in other areas of the property as our budget allows. We have always dreamed of seeing the orphanage transformed into a clean, welcoming environment where children can truly be children—free to run, play, and enjoy the outdoors without limitation. We are deeply grateful for the generosity that made this space possible and for the continued support that helps us build a brighter, healthier home for these kids.

2021

Bus Donation

In July of 2021, we witnessed yet another of our Lord’s abundant blessings—this time in the form of a high-end, gently used bus. Transportation has always been a major challenge in our area of Haiti. Before the bus, the only way to take the children on outings—such as a local soccer game or a trip to the beach—was to rent local supply trucks, which are extremely costly. This greatly limited the opportunities we had to take the children beyond the orphanage.

One day, a longtime friend and faithful supporter called to share that the Lord had placed it on his heart to donate this beautiful bus. He had originally purchased it for a business in Florida that never came to fruition. The process of shipping the bus and getting it through customs was, in itself, another miracle—one that only God could have orchestrated.

Since its arrival, the bus has been an incredible blessing. We have been able to take the children on beach trips they eagerly look forward to, transport youth groups to church events, help families attend funerals and church services, and take graduating students hours away from Bombardopolis to sit for their final exams. We’ve also enjoyed field trips to soccer games and sightseeing in nearby communities. Truly, this bus has opened doors we never imagined possible.

That said, maintaining the bus comes with significant costs that stretch beyond our current budget. If you feel led to help ensure that the children and the surrounding community can continue to benefit from this incredible gift, we invite you to prayerfully consider donating by clicking the link below. Your support helps keep this blessing moving—literally and figuratively—for years to come.

Girls Bathroom

We are incredibly thankful that in 2021 we were finally able to provide the girls with safe, dignified bathrooms. We truly believe that pictures speak louder than words. For many years, bucket baths were the only way the children knew how to bathe. With ongoing skin outbreaks such as scabies, ringworm, warts, and other infections, the need for clean, reliable bathing facilities was critical.

Today, the girls now have proper showers with running water and clean bathrooms—an immeasurable improvement for their health, comfort, and dignity. It is our heartfelt prayer that one day we will be able to offer the boys the same blessing. Currently, they bathe in an open area with no privacy and continue to rely on buckets.

Thank you to those who helped make this life-changing step possible, and to those who continue to stand with us as we work toward providing the same care for every child.

New Mattresses

This was yet another beautiful way the Lord revealed His abundant love and faithfulness. After we shared with friends, family, and followers the conditions in which the children had been sleeping, the village surrounding these children responded in the most generous way.

In a remarkably short amount of time, donations poured in. One young friend even chose to gift his Bat Mitzvah toward the mattress fundraiser—an act of kindness that deeply touched our hearts. Because of this overwhelming support, we were able to purchase mattresses for every single child. Each child also received a new mattress cover and a fresh set of sheets, bringing both comfort and dignity to their beds.

An added blessing was that these mattresses were manufactured right in Haiti, allowing us to support the local economy and help strengthen Haitian businesses and families. We are endlessly grateful for this outpouring of love and for a God who continually provides—often in ways far greater than we could ever imagine.

2020

Water Pump Installation

For many months, the children at Emmanuel were forced to walk long distances each day, carrying heavy buckets of water after our well pump stopped working. In 2020, thanks to the generous hearts and faithful support of our donors, we were able to purchase and install a new water pump—along with all the necessary cabling and plumbing—to restore this vital resource.

This pump now provides clean water at a remarkable speed, fully meeting the daily needs of the children. The joy on their faces and the sound of their voices praising the Lord as water flowed from the well once again is a moment we will never forget.

Currently, the pump is powered by our generator, but it is our prayer to one day expand our solar system so it can sustainably power the pump and continue providing this life-giving resource for years to come.

Rebuild Generator House

One commitment we take very seriously at Emmanuel is being faithful stewards of the support entrusted to us. This means stretching every dollar as we plan for daily needs, and ensuring our staff and children are properly trained to care for and maintain the equipment we receive.

In this case, protecting our generator from the harsh environment and limiting unrestricted access to it became a top priority. With a very limited budget and the help of our local team, we were able to restore the old, broken-down generator housing and fabricate a new protective gate.

We are grateful to share that three years later, the generator is still running smoothly and looks as good as new. The older boys were trained by Frankie on how to properly use and maintain it—an investment not only in equipment, but in their future.

We believe it is important for the children to learn, from a young age, the value of these blessings while also gaining practical life skills that will serve them well throughout their lives.

Internet Project

In 2020, Frankie finally stepped into an internet project the Lord had placed on his heart years earlier. What was intended to be a one-week trip to repair the children’s water well pump quickly became something far greater. Though Frankie arrived with a round-trip ticket, God had a different plan. One week turned into months, and months into years of hard labor and personal sacrifice as Frankie self-funded and brought this vision to life.

The project began by providing basic internet connectivity to the orphanage and campus—something that was almost nonexistent at the time. Communication often required driving miles down the mountain just to find enough signal to send a text message or make a simple phone call. As the need became clear, the project expanded to serve other missionaries facing the same challenges, helping restore reliable communication for daily ministry and long-distance connection.

The Lord’s hand has been evident throughout this journey. Over the past several years, the telecom project has enabled Frankie to serve full-time in Haiti in a self-sustaining way. It has helped provide education for children in the community, covered medical bills and hospitalizations, assisted families during funerals, and offered aid to countless individuals in times of need. Most importantly, since early 2023, this project has helped keep the doors of the orphanage open.

We continue to trust the Lord for growth and provision, believing He will carry this vision forward—allowing it to bless even more lives while sustaining Frankie’s calling to serve those in need.

Water Tower Build

When the Lord provides, He provides abundantly. He did not only restore water for the children—He provided a powerful water pump that transformed daily life. No longer do the children wait hours to fill small buckets; now large drums can be filled in just minutes.

Through the generosity of our faithful supporters and donors, we were also able to build a water tower that holds 1,000 gallons, allowing water to be distributed throughout the property. What once required carrying heavy buckets for bathing, drinking, and cooking has been replaced with piping that brings water directly into the bathrooms and kitchen, with additional reserve tanks for reliability.

We do not take this abundant blessing for granted. Because of God’s provision, we are now able to share water with elderly and vulnerable members of the community who walk long distances to fill their buckets at our property—a tangible reminder that His blessings are meant to be shared.

Boy’s Dorm Roof Repair

For years, without a single complaint, the boys slept beneath a leaking roof—doing their best to patch it with garbage bags to stay dry. When we shared the conditions they were living in with our friends and supporters, your compassion moved swiftly. Together, we were able to raise the funds needed to replace the roof and provide the boys with a safe, dry place to rest.

While the building’s foundation is still in need of reinforcement, we are deeply thankful that this important project could be completed through generous donations, local help, and careful stewardship of a very tight budget.

The boys are truly grateful—and so are we.

Nursery Renovation

Thanks to the help of a mission team we hosted in January 2020, we were able to restore a spare room in the children’s dorms and create a nursery space for new babies. Together, we sealed the ceiling with sheetrock, prepped and painted the walls, assembled two cribs that had previously been donated and shipped, and designated a small play area.

This project was deeply uplifting for both the children and staff, as everyone played a role in transforming an empty room into a nurturing space filled with purpose and care.

Over the years, the room served many needs—including being used for Francisco’s therapy. In 2023, through continued stewardship and thoughtful use of space, it was once again transformed and is now the boys’ dorm for our younger boys.

2018

Mission House Repairs

We are deeply thankful for the missionaries and local team members who came together to complete much-needed repairs to the mission house. While the budget has always been tight, over the years we have been able to make steady improvements—installing a new patio screen, replacing a door, adding a toilet and sink, tiling the small bathroom, painting the house, and completing many other small but meaningful projects.

This mission house has served faithfully for decades. It has welcomed both short-term and long-term missionaries, provided a gathering place for the children’s activities, and even functioned as a dental clinic during dental mission trips. It has been the setting for church weddings, hosted pastors during annual conferences, and served countless other ministry needs over the years.

While there are still significant repairs ahead—including a leaking, termite-damaged roof—we remain grateful for all that this building represents and the many ways it has been used to serve God’s people throughout the years.

A Chicken Coop From the Ground Up

As the Lord provided, leftover materials from the school roof repairs were used to create one of the earliest and greatest steps toward our goal of self-sustainability—a chicken coop. A devoted missionary spent several weeks at the orphanage, working faithfully alongside the children and staff to bring this project to life.

The coop initially became home to more than 20 chickens and, for years, provided the children with a reliable source of nutrition through daily eggs. In 2019, the coop was expanded to house even more chickens—allowing us to increase food production and further support the children’s health and nourishment.

We are forever grateful for the missionaries who generously give their time, strength, and skills to serve the children, using their God-given gifts to create lasting blessings.

2017

Building Bunk Beds

Ever since the devastating earthquake in 2010, the children had been sleeping on cardboard, broken bed frames, and a few worn mattresses laid on the floor. Through years of hardship, prayer, and perseverance to keep the doors open and provide shelter, the Lord remained faithful.

In 2017, He answered those prayers in a powerful way. A mission team from Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale worked day and night to build enough bunk beds so every child could finally have a proper place to sleep.

This trip was deeply emotional for everyone involved, as the Lord allowed the volunteers to witness firsthand the joy and relief on the children’s faces as they laid down in safe, clean beds of their own—many for the first time.

From Foam to Mattress

After the bunk beds were built, the children were still without clean mattresses to sleep on. In 2017, the Lord once again provided. Through the generosity of National Marine Suppliers, several brand-new mattresses were donated and shipped for the children.

After years of hardship, the children were finally able to rest on comfortable, clean beds—an answered prayer that brought both relief and joy. We are forever grateful for the faithful support of Mary and National Marine Suppliers, whose generosity helped restore dignity, comfort, and rest to the children.

Cafeteria Roof Rebuild

A heartfelt thank you once again to the men from Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale. During their trip, they worked tirelessly to repair the cafeteria roof—a time-sensitive task that could only have been completed by God’s grace. It was truly a miracle to see the work finished in time.

The Lord’s favor was clearly upon these men as they used their skills to bless the children with a safe and secure space where they eat, study, and gather for daily devotions, day and night. Through the faithful service of these volunteers and their church, the Lord answered the prayers of the children in a powerful way.

Library

In 2017, we were honored to host our longtime partners from France—MCPH, Mirielle, and Guy. During their visit, they blessed the children with enough books to create their very own library. This gift was especially meaningful, as it included a wide variety of books—from children’s stories to school books for all ages—opening the door to learning, imagination, and discovery.

Even today, in 2023, this library continues to serve the children. At any given time of day, you can find them sitting together on the ground by the doorway or under the shade of the almond trees, sharing books and reading side by side.

We are deeply grateful for the lasting impact these books have had, helping to nurture curiosity, learning, and the growth of young minds.

Cistern Repair

Thanks to the generous support of MCHP in 2017, we were able to repair the broken cistern used to collect rainwater for the children’s daily needs. Over the years, this cistern has been an incredible blessing—providing countless gallons of water not only for the orphanage, but also for others in need within the community.

It is difficult to fully grasp how much we take water for granted until living in a place where one of the most common prayer requests is simply for rain to fall. This repair project has created far-reaching ripple effects, allowing us to meet daily needs, support gardening efforts, and extend the blessing of water to those who depend on it for their everyday survival.