Helping children thrive goes beyond providing food, education, and healthcare. Those are essential needs, but healthy childhood development also depends on opportunities to explore, imagine, create, and express emotions. Creative experiences help children discover who they are while building confidence that can last a lifetime. At The Emiliani Project, we believe every child deserves opportunities...
The Need We All Share Every child needs food, shelter, education, and healthcare. But there is another need that is just as important, though often less visible: the need to belong. Every child wants to know they are seen, valued, and loved. They want to know there is a place where they matter and people...
Preparing for a Mission Trip to Colombia Once you say yes to a mission trip, one of the first questions that comes up is practical: What should I bring? Preparing for an international mission trip can feel intimidating, especially if it’s your first time serving abroad. Many people worry about packing the wrong things, forgetting...
At The Emiliani Project, our dedicated volunteer team embodies the compassionate spirit of Saint Jerome Emiliani, the patron saint of orphaned children. Our Board of Directors and staff are entirely composed of volunteers committed to providing a nurturing environment for children in need. Meet Our Volunteer Leadership: Charles Navarrete, President: As the President, Charles leads...
As we give thanks for the celebration and joy of Christmas, The Emiliani Project team is overflowing with gratitude for another year of incredible progress and blessings. Your support has been pivotal in transforming the lives of orphaned and abandoned children, and we are thrilled to share some highlights from our October–December 2024 updates, as...
In July 2024, we celebrated the one-year anniversary of our home in Medellín, Hogar de Cristo. We returned to the Hogar with our summer mission trip team to celebrate our anniversary together and to serve our children. During this wonderful trip we were able to bring together kids from the Gente Unida children’s home (Hogar Bohio de Maria) and Hogar de Cristo...
