In a small, picturesque village nestled in the heart of Central America, life moved at a pace set by nature and tradition. The village had its share of challenges, particularly when it came to accessing medical equipment. For Mayor Rafael, this struggle became deeply personal when his beloved mother, Doña Maria, began to lose her mobility. (Both of their names have been changed for their privacy, Doña means Mrs.)
Doña Maria was a cherished figure in the village. Known for her wisdom and kindness, she had been the backbone of her family and community. As her mobility declined, Rafael grew increasingly concerned about her quality of life. In this village, even basic medical supplies were difficult to obtain, let alone a specialized item like a wheelchair.
Rafael reached out to various organizations and individuals, hoping to find help. He was met with numerous obstacles, but his determination provided a very old used wheelchair. Doña Maria used that wheelchair for many, many years, even after tragically losing one of her legs.
Until this month.
One of your FAME global partners is establishing an urgent care facility in that village area, so they just received a full shipping container of medical equipment and supplies. One of the opportunities was to provide Doña Maria with this new wheelchair.
But the story didn’t end there. The wheelchair opened the door for the gospel, now she has also clearly heard the good news from these partners. Doña Maria can now share her testimony of how God has provided for others!
On Memorial Day, we all have people who are with us (like the Mayor) and those who have influenced our lives but who are no longer with us, and for whom we are grateful! Memorial Day is a special time to remember those who have gone before us!
Below are some gifts that have been given to FAME in Memory and in Honor of folks recently.
These gifts not only honor each individual’s life and legacy but will also help in making an eternal impact on the lives of people around the world for years to come. People around the world echo Doña Maria’s thoughts below as they are grateful for YOU!
Doña Maria, with a voice filled with emotion, said, “This wheelchair is more than just a means to move; it is a symbol of love and hope. I am forever grateful to everyone who made this possible. You have not just given me mobility, but new life.”
Thank you for your Partnership!