Hope for MENA

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Tears of Joy

A family of 9 with seemingly nothing. Sad, hopeless and no prospect of a future.

This was the situation of Amina and her family less than a month ago. Our hearts broke for them. YET, through your generous donations, servant hearts and fervent prayers, this family’s life has been transformed.

From the bottom of our hearts, my team and I want to say Thank You!

Walls have been painted, water is available, the electricity has been fixed. The family has a working fridge stocked with food. They have beds, a fan, a stove, a wardrobe filled with clothes, and much more. Their lives have been drastically improved. 

My team and I cannot begin to express our gratitude for your generosity and prayers. You have turned this dangerous, fly-infested apartment into a home.

Although it is brilliant that the physical needs of this family have been met, we believe that your generous gifts have also empowered learning, memory and cognitive development:

‘One of the most encouraging things that I have witnessed this trip is the joy and increased social ability of Amina’s children. I am no expert, but it is my belief that through the donation of books and toys, the children in this family have had an increase in mental ability and awareness. They now smile and interact with us when we go to visit. They are colouring and are proud to show us their work. These small gifts of toys and building blocks may seem insignificant and materialistic through western eyes, but in reality, these objects are stimulating the brain, encouraging learning, memory and cognitive development. 

So, thank you. Your gifts have provided safety and comfortable living for this family. You have also encouraged brain development and increased their prospects for the future. Your small donation has had an impact for life. Thank you.’ 

Claire, a Neuroscience student from the UK

Kamel and Amina are very grateful and happy:

“We and our children fled war-torn Sudan 5 months ago and came here with absolutely nothing except each other and the clothes on our backs. Today, God, through you all have helped us so much and we are forever grateful. May God bless you richly.”

On behalf of our team:

We would like to thank you for helping us make Amina’s house a home! You have given up your *wants* for Amina and her family's *needs*.

Thank you for partnering with us and showing God’s love to this family in such a tangible way. Thank you for your kind generosity. Be richly blessed through your giving.

By Claire, UK