Fondation les Amis du Père Armand Gagné Inc.
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Mission Statement
We are committed to fighting child malnutrition in Guatemala by providing life-saving treatment, educating families on nutrition, and ensuring children have access to a better future through education. Our year-round malnutrition treatment center in Champerico gives children the medical care and nourishment they need to regain their health while also empowering families with the knowledge to prevent malnutrition. Through scholarships and sponsorship programs, we help children stay in school and break the cycle of poverty for generations to come.
About This Cause
Our nonprofit operates a malnutrition treatment center in Champerico, Guatemala, dedicated to saving the lives of children suffering from severe malnutrition. The center runs year-round, providing urgent medical care, nutritional support, and family education. Children stay at the center for a few weeks to several months, depending on their condition, until they regain their strength and health. This initiative was born out of Father Armand’s heartbreak after witnessing too many children lose their lives to hunger. Determined to change this reality, he created a space where children not only receive treatment but also gain a real chance at survival. Beyond treatment, we work to prevent malnutrition by educating families on nutrition and healthcare, helping them keep their children healthy in the long run. We also believe that education is the key to breaking the cycle of poverty. In Guatemala, many children leave school by age 15 with no opportunities for stable employment. At the request of Guatemalan authorities, we launched a scholarship program in 2007, covering tuition, books, school supplies, transportation, and housing when needed. Since the start of this program: - 33 students have graduated, building brighter futures for themselves. - 35 more students are currently studying, thanks to generous donors. Through our partnership with Chalice, we also provide international sponsorship opportunities, allowing even more children to receive the support they need to stay in school. Despite the harsh reality of poverty, the children of Champerico continue to smile. With every child we heal, nourish, and educate, we bring hope for a better tomorrow.