In This Issue:
- Celebrating 30 Homes in Nicaragua
- Home Modifications in the D.R.
- Dignity with Bathrooms in Los Robles
- Salsa on the Square 2024
- Upcoming Fall Events!
Comunidad Connect recently celebrated a major milestone in Los Robles, Nicaragua— the completion of our 30th home! The event brought together Homes For Good family partners, staff, special guests, and community members to commemorate the occasion. Each family received a special gift as a symbol of our partnership, and we presented several awards, including certificates of recognition to Mr. Guadalupe Gadea (mason) and Aura Lila González (brigadista) for their dedication to the project.
Aura Lila González & Guadalupe Gadea
We are deeply grateful for your support of the Homes for Good program. Your generosity and commitment have been instrumental in helping us reach this remarkable milestone, one that reflects the positive impact we are making together in our community. You have played a vital role in transforming lives and creating lasting change for those in need of safe, stable housing. Your partnership continues to inspire us, and we are truly thankful for your dedication to our mission.
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One remarkable story is that of Mr. Leonido Pinales, who had been unable to leave his home independently for around three years because auto accidents in front of his house destroyed his previous wheelchair ramp. Westminster Presbyterian Church volunteers joined Comunidad Connect and local partners to build a new access to his house. Thanks to their hard work, a new concrete wheelchair ramp was built, enabling Mr. Pinales to step outside on his own for the first time in years. During a visit on the final day, he proudly demonstrated his newfound freedom, saying, “Now I can go out myself!”. Other key projects during the week included turning a dirt floor into concrete and replacing a damaged roof.
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The week concluded with a donation of baseball bases and baseballs to a local club, providing kids with what they need to succeed. This week of service was a “testament to the power of teamwork and dedication”, reflected CC DR Country Director, Eurel Gonzalez.
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Contact jon@comunidadconnect.
Your support has helped finance a new project that addresses widespread open defecation in rural Nicaragua. Click below to learn more about this exciting pilot initiative.
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Increíble! An estimated 4,000 people came together on Saturday, September 21st, to celebrate Salsa on the Square, filling the historic downtown Decatur Square with the vibrant sights, sounds, and flavors of the rich Latinx community. We extend a special thanks to Placita Latina – Decatur, Georgia, Josephine Figueroa of La Choloteca for organizing the fantastic vendors, and Antonio Rodriguez & Lizbeth Cardenas of Danceando Promotions for transforming the square into an incredible Placita Latina! A heartfelt thank you to our fellow headline sponsors Visit Decatur, Decatur Downtown Development Authority, the Michael C. Carlos Museum, and our event sponsors:
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Mark your calendars! On November 12, we will host the next Together For Health Forum, a dynamic event designed to bring together leaders, professionals, and advocates to discuss key health issues and innovative solutions. Additionally, we are excited to announce the upcoming Health Summit in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, which is set to take place in early December. This summit will focus on advancing health initiatives and fostering collaboration across sectors to improve the well-being of communities. Stay tuned for more details about these impactful events!