We traveled to San Antonio today to see the progress on the foundation of the house. It has not been started which will put us a little behind but we will adapt. Flexibility is rule number one. The family of Don Pedro will receive the first house. The people of San Antonio decided his family should have the first one because of the leadership for his people.
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Traveled to village 8 times for approximately 1 week each time
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Built Medical Clinic and seen over 150 patients on two medical trips
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Built 7 Concrete Block homes
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Supplied pump to get water to top of village
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Supplied 24 individual water filters, one for each family and one for the school
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Donated 2 Dell computers to school
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Donated 260 pairs of shoes
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Started a sponsorship so children could continue their education past 6th grade
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Provided Christmas presents that consisted of clothing and toys for the village
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Prepared and/or donated food on every trip
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Taught and provided Christian education and educational materials on every trip
Area Snapshot
| Heading |
Fact |
| Location |
Approx.1 hr NE of Guatemala City. |
| First Contact |
March of 2009 |
| Population |
143 People (93 Children) |
| Ethnicity |
Indigenous Guatemalans |
| Water Supply |
200 yards down the mountain from the village
Tests positive for harmful bacteria |
| Food |
Diet consists mainly of tortillas and beans |
| Clothing Needs |
Adults:jackets and shoes
Children: jackets and shoes |
| Shelter |
23 homes - cornstalk walls, dirt floors and various roofing materials (tin, plastic, etc.) – There are a few concrete block structures – Homes are approximately 20 ft x 20 ft and will house on average 6 family members – There are not partitions and cooking is inside the house on the floor |
| Economic |
No sustainable economy
Men and Boys work in agriculture and are paid as laborers
Women and Girls work in the home, fields, and with crafts
The maximum household income is approximately $60/month |
| Health |
Adults appear old
Hygiene is not a priority
Parasite infection diarrhea, lice, poor vision, cavities |
| Education |
Adults have little or no formal education |
| Spiritual |
Mixture of indigenous and Catholic beliefs
Some familiarity with Jesus and who he is |