Our humble thanks

I just have to take a moment, before this blog fills up with news of all our new projects and experiences, to say a big thank you to those who put so much time and effort into fundraising and/or hosting an event in your area this past year. The children we work with are forever blessed by your efforts. We're not a big organization, and so it's not through multi-million dollar grants but love offerings like yours that God provides for these beautiful children. 

These are just a few that we want to mention who spearheaded events in the last 6 months: 

South Whidbey Assembly of God Church, for your amazing benefit dinner. All you ladies know who you are--great work! 

John Van Huizen and the Clackamas County Sheriff's Department in Oregon -- your auction was a great success, and THIS WEEK we will be breaking ground on the dormitory and dining hall made possible by this one evening. All those who donated their time, talents, and merchandise -- so many selfless people -- THANK YOU!

Chad Duncan, who singlehandedly put together a benefit night on Lake Union -- we had the pleasure of Chad coming to live with us for a month last year, and it's an honor to see his continued efforts for the children he met and loved while here. "Thank you, Uncle Chaz!"

Colleen from Minnesota and her team, who raised enough for a new latrine -- we hope you'll keep up the great work!

We also wanted to thank each one who attended these events and who donated! We continue to be so grateful for all of you who are currently giving of your time and efforts to help: each of you play such a vital role.  Whether your name is mentioned or not, you know who you are -- Blessings upon each of you!

There are also some efforts now underway:

A group of South Whidbey Island ladies are making sundresses, shirts and shorts for the children. We can't wait to distribute these lovingly made garments.

Several churches are doing a flip-flop and school supply drive. (If you'd like to join in, get in touch! The more, the merrier!)

From all of us at Orphan Relief and Rescue, both in the office and in the field, we are humbled and blessed to have you as partners in this endeavor to save, provide for, and nurture these children. May the Lord richly bless you!