Training and Education

 


Patrick, a thin and solemn young man, lives in a humble home outside of Bukoba, Tanzania. After his parents died of AIDS, Patrick became the head of a household of one. Fifteen years old, he was in his last year of primary school. Even though it seemed an impossible dream, Patrick prayed that he would do well enough on his final examinations to be selected to continue his education.

Gifts to the ELCA World Hunger Appeal help fund the program that cares for Patrick and other children orphaned by AIDS. The program provides basic supplies and financial assistance for school and healthcare.

As it turns out, Patrick was selected to continue his education and he received a scholarship to attend a two-year carpentry program. With a marketable trade, Patrick can break the cycle of hunger and poverty and claim a future with hope.

Your gift to ELCA World Hunger Appeal—training and education will help others like Patrick build sustainable futures.

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