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04 November 2011
Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.
-- Nelson Mandela
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During difficult economic times, the Guatemalan children already living in extreme poverty are the most vulnerable.
- Guatemala has the highest rate of child malnutrition in the Americas, ahead of Haiti
- Half of Guatemala’s 14 million people live in extreme poverty
- Guatemala had the lowest literacy rate in Latin America
We now have a way to personally help these children through a new, just launched US non-profit based in Walnut Creek - - Education for the Children - USA!
Its mission is to provide Guatemalan children born into extreme poverty hope for a future through education, nutritious food and clean water, health care and counseling. Extremely financial efficient, 98% of donations go directly to programs that benefit the kids. Our goal for this first year is to raise the money to enroll 50 children in a new kindergarten class.
I know these are uncertain economic times but most of us do have hope for a brighter future. Education for the Children - USA supports the poorest of the poor children in Guatemala nurture their own hopes through education.
There is a long waiting list of children desperate to attend EFTC’s school. Our dream is to help them beat the odds.
The holidays are a great time for perspective, appreciation, and to make a difference for those not as fortunate. Please join others who care, share a glass of wine and help celebrate this special milestone.
Your invitation to celebrate the launch of Education for the Children – USA!
What: Showcase these amazing kids and find out how little things can make a big difference.
Meet the founder of the UK Education for the Children Foundation and the director of our school in Guatemala to hear first-hand about this project.
When: Sunday, December 4th from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Short presentation by Dave McKee, EFTC founder at 4:00 p.m.
Where: 2335 Deer Valley Lane, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Additional parking available at the corner of Las Lomas Way and Walnut Ave. A shuttle will be by every 10 minutes.
RSVP: By November 21st, 2100 (925) 935-0586 or e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Bring your friends who might be interested in learning more about what we are doing
Special Note: These kids are desperate for shoes. If you could bring any new or gently worn children’s athletic shoes it would be a wonderful gift to the children.
Thank you!
Education for the Children – USA is a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)3