-What You Made Possible

-One Night Raised $30,000

-New Honduras School Dedication & More

 The community gathers at the dedication of the newly completed

Escuela Luis Landa school in El Bambú, Honduras

Hi Folks,

What You Made Possible in Honduras

It has been an extraordinary few months for Angels for Honduras.

In August, nearly 180 friends and supporters joined us at North Hero House for our annual Honduran Dinner and Auction. Less than a month later, four of us were in Honduras, putting the money we raised to work—finishing our new school in El Bambú, delivering computers to students in Comayagua, and bringing specialized medical equipment to Ruth Paz Hospital.

We came home tired, but incredibly grateful for what we were able to accomplish—and for all of you who made it possible.

We especially thank Rafael Ugarte who identified the project and oversaw the construction of the school.

A Wonderful Night at North Hero House

On August 18, nearly 180 people filled North Hero House for our annual Honduran Dinner and Auction. The inn generously gave us the entire first floor, the restaurant and the outdoor patio, and we couldn't have asked for a more beautiful summer evening.

John's mother prepared the Honduran dinner, and Jeannine Quintano Craig baked eight wonderful tres leches cakes for dessert. A pianist played during the evening, while photographs from our work in Honduras—including the El Bambú school and our 2025 medical mission—played on a television for guests to see.

At 7:00, John and I presented a slideshow about our recent work. The before-and-after photographs from last year's surgical mission, including Baby West following his cleft-lip surgery, were a powerful reminder of what your support can accomplish.

Auctioneer extraordinaire, Mason Maltais was a great fundraiser!

Then auctioneer Mason Maltese took over for a lively live auction. Among the items were a Costa Rica vacation, a Honduran dinner for eight prepared by John's mother, computers for students in Comayagua, and an entire playground for the children at our new school in El Bambú.

Our silent auction was equally remarkable, with 77 donated items from local businesses, restaurants, friends and supporters.

By the end of the evening, we had raised nearly $30,000 to support our work in Honduras.

And within weeks, some of that money was already at work.

Back to El Bambú

On September 10, four of us headed to Honduras: Walter Blasberg, John Dewane, Nancy Blasberg and Andy Gomez.

Our biggest project was returning to El Bambú, where earlier this year we had helped build a new two-classroom school to replace the building destroyed by a falling tree. We spent our first weekend shopping for everything we would need—five-gallon tubs of paint, brushes, rollers, extension poles, rags and all the other supplies required to finish the job.

When we arrived at the school Monday morning, children and parents from the village were waiting for us.

Even better, eight fathers came ready to work.

A classroom before painting and tiling.... and after.

Over the next several days, together we gave the inside and outside of the school two coats of beige and orange paint—colors approved for Honduran schools.

But what impressed us most was how involved the community became. The fathers painted alongside us, helped unload supplies, installed the playground, laid tile and tackled whatever else needed to be done. Parents even purchased an air conditioner for one of the classrooms.

These families weren't simply receiving a new school. They were helping build it. That commitment gives us confidence that the school will be cared for long after our work is finished."

Watch the video below to see the impressive community commitment as fathers and sons unload the tile truck.

A Surprise Comes Up the Mountain

One of the most unforgettable moments of our trip happened when a truck appeared on the mountain road leading to the school.

On it was a brightly colored new playground—with two slides, two swings, a seesaw and a bridge.

The children had no idea it was coming.

As the truck turned toward the school and the children realized what it was, they squealed with delight. They hugged one another. They hugged us.

The playground was made possible through our live auction in August and was donated by Robert Muncil and his family in memory of his mother.

The children loved the new playground equipment and used it constantly! click the video above to see the mob of happy children.

Helping Danielito Get His Surgery

Our trip also brought us back to Ruth Paz Hospital and to a little boy many of you may remember. His name is Danielito—“little Daniel.”

During our September 2025 medical mission, Dr. Elizabeth Blasberg, performed reconstructive surgeries on children with congenital conditions and injuries. Danielito was one of the children we had especially hoped to help.

Unfortunately, when it came time for his operation, the surgical team discovered that the curvature of his neck and body made conventional intubation impossible. Without specialized equipment, the team could not safely proceed. We delivered the above fiber-optic laryngoscope to Ruth Paz Hospital that Dr. Basberg was able to obtain for the hospital. Our hope is that when Dr. Blasberg returns to Honduras she can perform the needed surgery.

We're Halfway There

There is more we would like to do.

Ruth Paz Hospital needs an additional, newer laryngoscope that would further expand its ability to handle difficult cases. It will cost approximately $3,000.

Dr Blasberg has already donated $1,500 toward its purchase.

If you would like to help us raise the remaining $1,500, your contribution will go toward equipment that can help make surgeries possible for patients who otherwise might not be able to receive them.

Computers for Comayagua— a Full-Circle Story

At our August live auction, four supporters each agreed to purchase a computer for students in Comayagua. Once we arrived in Honduras, we purchased the computers from a supplier that works with nonprofit organizations and offers favorable pricing. John then drove them approximately two hours to Comayagua. Waiting there was Kevin, the lad you'll remember we helped obtain prosthetics. Kevin set up all the new computers with programs and apps needed for the children.

Children at work using the computers provided by Angels for Honduras

Looking Ahead

Our work doesn't stop with El Bambú.

We are also exploring ways to assist a technical school in Choloma that provides young Hondurans with practical skills and training that can lead directly to employment after graduation.

We'll have more to tell you about that project as our plans develop.

For now, though, we simply want to say thank you.

To the nearly 180 people who came to North Hero House. To the businesses and individuals who donated 77 auction items. To those who bought computers and a playground. To those who cooked, baked, volunteered, bid and contributed.

And to the parents in El Bambú who picked up paintbrushes, broke through concrete, laid tile and showed us that this new school truly belongs to their community.

You made all of this possible.

With our deepest thanks,

John Dewane & Walter Blasberg

Angels for Honduras

Do you have questions or comments? We'd love to hear from you!

Angeles Para Honduras

802-238-5657

Johnmdewane@gmail.com