Build a Brighter Future

Merry Christmas from all of us in Guatemala! At Christmas, we have so many things to be thankful for. We’re thankful for the baby in the manger. For the light that shines in the darkness that the darkness can’t overcome. For a God who holds our future. In this season of gratitude, we also want to thank God for each and every one of you. Thank you for transforming the futures of children and families in Guatemala, and thank you for your generosity that has been God’s answer in key moments. The children in our Vida Schools wanted to share…

Gerson was born into a family with few resources. He lived in a remote community in Baja Varapaz, where opportunities are scarce. His parents work long hours as day laborers in other people’s fields to put food on the table. At 8 years old, Gerson had never been to school. In Guatemala children like Gerson face a bleak future. They are caught up in cycles of poverty and illiteracy. But you can build a brighter future for them. And, until the end of December, your donation will be matched. Double Your Donation Gerson’s future started to shift when one of…

Friend, what is a future worth? That’s a question I can’t help but ask myself when I see how our children and families in Guatemala live. So many are caught in cycles of poverty and illiteracy, just trying to get through this day, this week, this month. When you’re hungry TODAY, it makes sense to pull your 12-year-old out of school so that he can earn a few quetzales picking rocks on a neighbours field to supplement the family income. When you’re cold TODAY, it makes sense to send your 10-year-old two hours up the mountain to gather a load…