The Container Shipped!

The container was shipped out this past Saturday (11/15/14)! Please pray that all goes well as it passes through customs and Bro. Doss is able to get it out without an excessive amount of fees.  Thanks again to all who contributed items and made it possible for these precious little ones and their caretakers to have a good Christmas. To God be the Glory!

Praise the Lord! We received an offering of $1700 to finish sponsoring all the children, workers, and families.  Thank you to all of you have contributed to this effort.

We have begun to pack the Christmas boxes! Please see posts below for updated information.

Update on needed hygiene items!

General items needed at the orphanage
Item	# collected	Total # needed
Shampoo	73	300
Toothbrush covers	0	100
Men’s razors	2	40 packs
Bar Soap	79	200
Body Wash	14	150
Men’s Deodorant	31	75
Women’s Deodorant	15	75
Toothpaste	100	300

Update on Sponsorships!

Orphans and workers sponsored	Orphans and workers in need of a sponsor
81	55
Given $810	Need $550

Pastor families sponsored	Pastor families in need of a sponsor
4	12
Given $440	Need $720

General Items Needed

General items needed at the orphanage that we do not have enough of to ship!!!

Backpacks-The name brand backpacks tend to last longer.  Many people have found these at thrift stores cheap. 

Croc-type shoes-Currently on sale for $1 at many stores.

Undergarments, socks, and pajamas

Diapers (size 5/6 kids, adult small)

Large cookware (stock pots, baking sheets, roast pans, etc.)

Sheets (twin size), pillowcases, and small microfiber throws

Bath towels/Washcloths

Brooms/Dust pans

Cake mix/Frosting (for birthdays and special occasions)

First-aid items-cotton balls, gauze pads, large bandaids, ace bandages, medical tape

Candy

Coloring books

Used clothing-You may want to consider cleaning out your closet!!!!!!!