In these stressful times, our thoughts are with everyone across the globe - including here in this country - as we all have to cope with the many health, educational and socio-economic challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. 

It is in such moment that we realize the value of mutual support, collaborations, friendship and love. We are extremely humbled that despite the many challenges, our extended network of supporters has demonstrated that in the face of adversity, we don't give up. Together we stand strong, and we continue to do our best to provide assistance to those who are in most need. For this, our sincere gratitude.  

Scroll further down for updates from a few of our partner organizations. 

This is the time of the year when we start preparing for our annual Sahaya Walks event. As you can expect, this year due to COVID-19, we will have this as a virtual event, on Sunday October 11, at 4 pm (PST). 

Because this year's event will be virtual, it means that you can participate no matter where you are. We promise to make it a program filled with exciting presentations, fun interactive games, inspiration and entertainment. 

Note that this year, registration will be FREE. 

While you can already register right now or make a donation by clicking here, we hope you will mark your calendar for Sunday October 11, 4 pm PST. 

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We are also working on a satellite music event, live-streamed and featuring several artists, on Saturday evening, October 11

We will follow up with more information in the coming weeks.  

Thank you again for all your support!

Koen Van Rompay (founder) and the Sahaya board of directors.


Children and youth who benefit directly from Sahaya Walks (click here to learn more)

Sahaya Walks is an annual educational & fundraising family event that provides an opportunity for  people of all ages  -young and old-  to make a difference in the lives of 35 HIV-infected children and youth in our programs in India, by providing health-care, education, shelter and food. For more information about the history, visit www.sahayawalks.org. 

New borewell for Rumbiye (Kenya)

In partnership with Rotary International, local Rotary clubs and Engineers without Borders (Kenya), we were able to provide Rumbiye village in Kenya with a new borewell, that provides the villagers with access to clean water.  Click here for more information.
Orphan support at Candlelight (Kenya)

We have been able to find more sponsors for orphans that live at the Hands with Hope orphanage, that is run by Fred and Alice Afwai of our partner organization Candlelight in Kenya.  Click here for more information.
Opening ceremony of Rehema Center (Kenya)

This past March, the Rehema Orphan and School Program in Korogocho slums of Nairobi inaugurated their new center, build thanks to generous donors. Click here for more information.

COVID-19 efforts (India)

The staff of our partner organization READ has been making mouth masks to distribute them to local service staff (police, healthcare workers) and community members. In addition, they have been delivering food packages to elderly people in the community in the community who are struggling.


Our Sahaya Vietnam documentary 
Sahaya Vietnam documentary
Did you know that we are making a sequel to our first award-winning documentary? This one is about Sahaya's programs in Vietnam. The film team traveled to Vietnam in April to get the footage, and the documentary is currently in post-production. To learn more, or to join a growing list of supporters, including actor Brad Pitt, and be listed in the credits, click HERE. 
Sahaya Going Beyond 
Click on the picture below to see our award-winning documentary Sahaya Going Beyond (narrated by Jeremy Irons):
Support Sahaya while you shop 
Do you shop online at Amazon?
Then consider shopping via AmazonSmile (which is part of Amazon, so you find the same product deals and discounts). A few percent of your purchase will be donated to Sahaya International. You can automatically select Sahaya as your beneficiary if you click on the picture below or use this link

Your old vehicle can support education 
Do you an old vehicle you no longer need? Do you want to avoid the hassles of trying to sell it? Consider donating it to Sahaya through our partnership with Careasy. It's super-easy, and you get a tax receipt. Click here or on the picture to get started.

     
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