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When Preparations Replace Desperation
“B'edaya has had a big impact on my life; it makes me feel that I'm not a burden on my kids, and I'm able to manage my household finances and prepare for my daughter’s marriage.” When Shereen, a budding small businesswoman and micro-loan recipient, said these words to...
‘His Light Is In These Children’s Smiles’ — Jessica Ayob Recalls Serve to Learn
Dear Friends, Sometimes people ask me, "I'm very busy with work but I'd love to serve in Egypt, can I just do one week of Serve to Learn?" I always disappoint these people and answer no. But let me explain, this isn't just bureaucratic, it's about the relational...
How the Girls’ Love and Tolerance Awakened a Community
I'm writing today with sadness, because Leila, one of the participants in the Valuable Girl Project, recently passed away. Like all of the Little Sisters in the project, Leila is someone we cherished. Her loss is felt deeply by staff, family, and her friends. Yet, I...
Welcoming the New Year, with Thanks to God & Our Supporters for 2015 Achievements
Dear Friends, Looking back at 2015, which had the children's many academic successes, our meeting with His Holiness, the anniversary gala in Cairo, and a conference of nearly 500 Church-based volunteers, I can only express deep gratitude to God for making everything...
Did You Know? Your Employer May Double Your Gift to Coptic Orphans — Here’s How
Dear Friend, Did you know that your employer may make a "matching gift" that doubles or even triples the power of your donation to Coptic Orphans? Many companies match their employees' gifts for tax purposes, to create good public relations, or to boost employee...
Did You Know? Simply by Shopping at Amazon This Christmas, You Can Help Egypt’s Children Break Free of Poverty!
Dear Friend, Will you be using Amazon or other online retailers this Christmas? If you are, there’s an easy way you can make every purchase into a life-changing gift for orphans in Egypt. Here’s how you can do it. Many online retailers will donate to the nonprofit of...
Two Blankets in Wintertime (Are Not the Most Wondrous Thing)
Imagine the sense accomplishment you'd feel at being able to buy blankets for your children when before they'd shivered on chilly nights. Furthermore, imagine being able to buy your kids a new mattress to keep them off the cold tiled floor of your home. That's the...
By God’s Grace, We’re Growing and Hiring
Do you love children? Are you passionate about making a difference? Join a team that’s been working for more than 25 years to improve the lives of the children of Egypt! We’re grateful beyond words that last fall, His Holiness Pope Tawadros II came to our 25th...
Coptic Orphans Welcomes Dr. Neveen Waheeb
I am pleased to announce that Dr. Neveen Waheeb joined Coptic Orphans in August. Dr. Waheeb's expertise in educational psychology adds depth to our team. In her new post, she will be in charge of capacity-building for our already strong field staff. Dr. Waheeb's vast...
Giving Girls Education and Respect: It Works
This time last year, I wouldn't have expected to be able to deliver an update like this one on the Valuable Girl Project. But here it is: Not only did Samia get excellent grades, but her Big Sisters improved the literacy rates in her hometown! You may remember Samia...
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