Author Archives: chalice

A Promising Student’s Future Interrupted by a Painful Accident Mangalagiri, India

Funding request: $3,866.95 CAD Critical Need: CN-IMV0226 For many years, Josh has worked tirelessly as a daily-wage laborer, doing whatever work she could find to support her family. Despite her age, she continues to take on physically demanding tasks through government labor programs and agricultural work so she can help provide for her household. Her […]

Urgent Care for a Father Battling Multiple Life-Threatening Illnesses

Funding request: $1,506.18 CAD Critical Need: CN-PBB0226 Pedro is a devoted father who spent most of his life working tirelessly to provide for his family. Through farming and carpentry, he supported his household with determination and pride. Known as a hardworking and dependable man, Pedro always ensured that his family’s needs came before his own. […]

A Young Boy’s Hope to Walk Freely Again Baraka, Kenya

Funding request: $1,208.27 CAD Critical Need: CN-KBB0326 Patrick is a bright and creative twelve-year-old boy who dreams of living like other children his age. He enjoys drawing and art at school and is known for his cheerful spirit and love for his family. As the youngest twin in his family, Patrick shares a close bond […]

Hope for Recovery for a Grandmother Supporting Her Family Tamil Nadu, India

Funding request: $2,333.16 CAD Critical Need: CN-ITK0226 For many years, Josh has worked tirelessly as a daily-wage laborer, doing whatever work she could find to support her family. Despite her age, she continues to take on physically demanding tasks through government labor programs and agricultural work so she can help provide for her household. Her […]

Tondo graduates are making their way in the workforce

Tondo’s 2025 graduates are already making an impact, with many securing employment soon after finishing their studies and others preparing for professional licensure exams. Their achievements reflect the power of education, determination, and support—opening doors to brighter futures for themselves and their families.

A source of hope, encouragement, and empowerment for women in Juakali

A women and and her mother as they receive sewing machine

In Juakali, Kenya, 19 women are transforming their futures through vocational training made possible by your Chalice’s generous donors. Through knitting, tailoring, and crochet skills development at the Baraka site, participants are gaining sustainable, income-generating skills that foster financial independence and community growth. This women’s empowerment initiative reflects the true impact of donor generosity—creating hope, strengthening families, and building long-term self-sufficiency in vulnerable communities.