by Nermien Riad | Nov 30, 2018 | Sponsorship
When little Theo’s school teacher saw his family tree, she asked him with a puzzled look on her face, “I thought you only had one younger brother. Who else did you draw there?” “This is my brother who lives in Egypt!” Theo exclaimed. “Egypt?” His teacher asked...
by Nermien Riad | Aug 23, 2018 | Diaspora, Issues: Child Labor, Issues:Education, Sponsorship, Visits to Egypt
As a teenager growing up in America, I couldn’t wait until my 16th birthday so I could finally start to drive. Then when I turned 17, I couldn’t wait to be 18 so I could vote. After reaching that milestone, I started college and found myself impatiently counting the...
by Nermien Riad | Sep 2, 2016 | Issues:Education, Sponsorship
I’m writing to share good news about the fruits of Coptic Orphans’ work in education for the children. In 2015, a record-breaking 69 hard-working Coptic Orphans youths were awarded scholarships. With your prayers, love, and encouragement, with the...
by Nermien Riad | Oct 30, 2015 | Issues:Education, Sponsorship
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....
by Nermien Riad | Feb 16, 2015 | Sponsorship
Our hearts and prayers go out to the families of those murdered in Libya for their Christian faith. We know these families are feeling unimaginable pain because of the Islamic State’s atrocities, and we are filled with sorrow at the suffering of...
