Typically, children born to mothers in prison in Argentina have lived with their mothers in the penitentiary system until they turn four. These children are then released to family or sent into foster care or adoption services to care for them. Currently, the government has begun releasing many of these mothers and children. Suddenly, they […]
An update on the gardens at Semear’s many projects: CTA – 18 Every time we have something new to pick from the garden, the day becomes super special. This time we harvest sweet passion fruit! Most children had never tried this fruit before and it was love at first bite. CTA had some budget cuts […]
Only around 60% of kids who enter school in the Dominican Republic graduate from high school. Finances play a significant role in determining a child’s ability to stay in school, as the costs for uniforms, schoolbooks, and supplies alone can overwhelm a family’s budget. Fountain of Life Christian School (FLCS) serves over 550 children in […]
Some recent updates from Fountain of Life Christian School: Earlier this year, many school children dressed up for the special activities to celebrate Dominican independence from Haiti in 1884. An interesting note is that the Dominican Flag is the only flag in the world with a Bible on it – in the very center of […]