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Elim Adults Change Lives in Bangladesh

Nov 09, 2009

Both staff and clients were excited by the following letter reporting on the impact of HOPE Packs in Bangladesh:

My name is Holly Leonard and I am currently an intern with FH (Food for the Hungry, a primary ministry partner in Elim HOPE Packs) Bangladesh. I had the opportunity to attend the distribution of the Hope Kits at Wari School in Dhaka.

I explained to the teachers and staff beforehand about where the Hope Kits came from and who made them. I showed some video of the kits being prepared. We went class to class, presenting each child with their kit as they were called up front by name. The teachers explained to them where they came from and that they were given by people who love and care about them.

Their faces were glowing with smiles as they each received their kits. It was clear, as each child carefully examined the contents, that each and every item in the kit would be treasured…I asked some of the teachers what it meant to receive these gifts and most of them said, “The children are so happy and excited”, and you could see it on their faces. Several of the classes wanted to express their thanks by performing a song for me. Songs are a common way of honoring guests and showing thanks in Bangladesh.

Their education provides them with incredible opportunities for their future. It is extremely valuable and is transforming not only their lives, but their families as well. For the children to receive a gift like the Hope Kits gives them what the name says, hope. It encourages them keep studying and doing well in school and it also makes school work more fun!