Compassion Ministry
Happy Tummies
An after-school program for children in vulnerable situations providing a nutritious meal, a monthly doctor check-up, tutoring by licensed teachers, teaching good personal hygiene, and most of all, learning about the Gospel of Jesus and His saving grace.
Happy Tummies is an after school ministry for malnourished elementary school children. One of our biggest priorities is teaching the children about the Lord and we teach them from the Word, as well as by example. Many of these children have a hard home life, so at HAPPY TUMMIES we try to show as much of God’s love as we possibly can. Most of the children do not get anything to eat at home, so they come in very hungry (especially on Monday since they haven't had much at all to eat over the weekend). They can have as much as they want to eat, but they must clean their plate before going back for more.
It is such a thrill to watch the children’s progress. When they first come to us, they are very lethargic. But within a couple of weeks, we can see a difference in their energy levels and their little faces continually light up with smiles.
There is a long waiting list with names of others who NEED to be included. We are praying for monthly supporters to be able to include more children in San Juan, Panyebar, and San Pedro.
What can US$35.00 accomplish?
It only takes US$35 to support a child for 1 month (or US$420 a year), so we can provide a nutritious meal and drink, a doctor's visit, medicine, the salary for teachers and cooks, electricity, water, and other things that come up. Please prayerfully consider if you can become a monthly supporter of this COMPASSION MINISTRY.
How It Works
Why sponsor the whole program and not an individual child?
After people travel to Guatemala with a team and serve, they are excited and want to continue the effort by financially supporting the ministry. Sometimes, the excitement wears off. Sometimes, they go through difficult seasons. Sometimes, they simply forget. This does not, however, need to be a reason for a child to be asked to leave the program. Hence, if everyone sponsors the program as a whole, the probability is less that a child would have to be asked to leave the program.
Want to donate supplies?
If you’re interested in donating needed supplies for our Happy tummies children, please check our “Prayers & Needs” page to know more about each ministry’s specific need.
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Together, we can make a lasting impact in Guatemala. Your support helps us continue sharing the love of Christ through Happy Tummies.