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Progress in 2017

#1 the Children
The children are doing well. Incidence of Malaria is down this year, and overall health has improved. We are continuing our focus on learning support as a teacher continues to help 3 evenings per week at the orphanage.
Land Purchase
In April, we purchased 2 acres of land with many Palm and Mango trees and even a pond. Here David, the orphanage Director closes the transaction with Mr. Karangwa, the vendor.
Vegetables
We have fenced a quarter acre to start a vegetable garden. Cabbage, eggplant and wild spinach (Lega-lenga) were planted and are growing well. In the picture Musa, Riziki and Omari help with weeding.
Guard House
Security is very important in Congo. The final few items to complete the guard house will be done this week: finishing the inside walls, laying the floor and adding a few pieces of furniture. After completion, a guard will permanently reside at the property.

Thank you to all our Donors who have so generously supported us through 2017!

Looking forward:
Help us build a Reading Centre

An estimated 3.5 million children in Congo are not attending primary school, mainly due to financial reasons. We want to change the lives of some of these children with the gift of basic literacy. See more of our project here.
Architect's rendering of the centre (thank you Glenn Hill)

Join us to Party For a Purpose

This year's Formal Gala and Experience Auction will be held at the spectacular Nanaimo Cruise Ship Terminal on February 24, 2018. Thank you to our Event Sponsor Helijet, who made this possible. Get your tickets now, dress up, put on your dancing shoes and come Party for a Purpose!

Fiscal Responsibilty

We commit to keep our fundraising expenses to a minimum and will ensure that your donations make it to the children. IWOF is 100% volunteer run.

$40 per month ensures that we eat breakfast every day. Please sponsor me?
Orphan Sponsorship Changes Lives
Please go to http://www.grace-orphanage.org/donate-now/ to make your donation and bless a child in need today.
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250.713.9279

Our mailing address is:
P.O.Box 190, 30 Front Street 
Nanamio, BC V9R 5K9 

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