A Story

MEET THIAGO

One-month old Thiago arrived with severe malnutrition health issues. Though he was born healthy, he had few probabilities to live. His face showed pain, he was dehydrated, his crying was weak, and he had skin damage. He had been fed with the water left after you cook pasta or rice by his teenage mother who battles depression and social vulnerability.

Thiago needed to be in a hospital but that was not possible due to the medical crisis in Venezuela There was little time; Thiago was dying. The doctors and the Foundation assisted Thiago and his mother, and gave them hope.

A week later, Thiago was improving, and his mother was in a better condition. They were developing a strong bond. We teach that true nutrition is food and love; we give a glass of milk and a hug, a piece of bread and a kiss.

A month later, we evaluated Thiago as a healthy baby who could be discharged. His mother demonstrated a deep love for her son and Thiago’s expressions will be in our hearts forever.

Seven months later, Thiago is a happy, healthy baby.

With your help, we can help many children to overcome malnutrition.

FUTURE GOALS

BUDGET

• Translations
• Training costs –
  • Trainer training and mentoring
  • Raw materials for training
  • Entrepreneur Initiatives (these or new ones important to the community) – start up costs: mushroom, beekeeping and cheese factory production
• Seed for farming practices