<div>Dear Friends and Family,

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<div>Greetings from Lake Atitlán, Guatemala!

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<div>First and foremost, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering support and kindness toward our community projects and children. It is because of your generosity that, in 2024, we were able to cover the tuition fees for 47 children around the lake. Your contributions make all the difference, and on behalf of the children and their mothers, I say thank you from the bottom of my heart.

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<div>Over the past seven years, we have consistently reached out to share our mission with you. Each year, your donations help us continue providing these children with opportunities for education and a brighter future. We believe deeply in the power of education, and this year, we have a wonderful milestone to celebrate: three of our girls have graduated from high school! This accomplishment fills us with pride and hope for what lies ahead. Thanks to your support, the seeds we’re planting in these children’s lives are beginning to bloom.

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<div>Looking ahead to 2025, we have eight children preparing to enter high school. However, as I’ve mentioned in previous messages, access to education in rural Guatemala remains a significant challenge. High schools here are often private and expensive, which poses an enormous burden on single mothers and low-income families. For those who have visited Guatemala or followed news about education here, you’ll understand how much your support truly means to us. Together, we can continue to bring hope and opportunities to children in our small villages.

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<div>Additionally, I want to take a moment to thank those who have donated school supplies for the public schools where I teach English. Your contributions have been invaluable, and I am deeply grateful for the impact they’ve made on the students.

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<div>If you feel inspired to support our projects again this year, we would greatly appreciate your generosity. Every donation—no matter how small—makes a significant difference in the lives of these children. Your kindness transforms dreams into opportunities.

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<div>Here’s a breakdown of how your contributions can help:

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<div>1. Tuition for 15 elementary school children

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<div>    Cost per child: 75Q per month for 12 months = 900Q/year (~$100 USD)

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<div>    Total for 15 children: 15 x 900Q = 13,500Q (~$1,800 USD)

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<div>2. School supplies for 47 children

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<div>    Cost per child: 300Q (~$40 USD)

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<div>    Total for 47 children: 47 x 300Q = 14,100Q (~$1,880 USD)

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<div>3. Tuition for 13 high school teenagers

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<div>    Cost per child: 400Q per month for 12 months = 4,800Q/year (~$640 USD)

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<div>    Total for 13 teenagers: 13 x 4,800Q = 62,400Q (~$8,320 USD)

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<div>4. Uniforms for 26 children (elementary and high school)

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<div>    Cost per child: 500Q (~$70 USD)

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<div>    Total for 26 children: 26 x 500Q = 13,000Q (~$1,820 USD)

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<div>5. GoFundMe admin fees

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<div>    Total fees (5%): Rounded up to $400 USD

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<div>Grand Total:

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<div>    Elementary school tuition: $1,800

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<div>    School supplies: $1,880

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<div>    High school tuition: $8,320

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<div>    Uniforms: $1,820

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<div>    Admin fees: $400

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<div>    Overall Total: $14,220 USD

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<div>As we approach the holiday season, a time of giving and love, I hope you’ll consider contributing or sharing this message with your friends and family. Together, we can continue to make a real difference for these children and their families.

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<div>On behalf of the children, their mothers, and our entire community, thank you once again for your kindness, generosity, and belief in our mission. My core belief is that everyone is born with a special purpose, and your support reaffirms this for me.

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<div>If you have any questions or would like more details, please don’t hesitate to email me.

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<div>With love and gratitude,

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<div>Anita

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<div>Lake Atitlán, Guatemala

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Clare Robbins

Rena Wiser

Mandy Metz

Christy Jones

ADAM WADE

Kiersten Koenig

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