Guided by Faith, Driven by Service
Every great mission begins with a calling. For The Emiliani Project, that calling is rooted in the example of Saint Jerome Emiliani—the patron saint of orphaned and abandoned children. His life of compassion and courage continues to inspire the organization’s mission: to help children in Colombia experience the love, education, and stability they deserve.
What makes The Emiliani Project truly special isn’t only what it does, but who does it. Behind every act of kindness and every transformed life stands a small team of volunteers who live their faith through service. Their belief in God’s providence guides every decision, trip, and prayer.
The Emiliani Project Team: Faithful Leadership in Motion
Each member of The Emiliani Project serves as a volunteer, giving time and talent to build something bigger than themselves. Together, they demonstrate how ordinary people can achieve extraordinary things when faith leads the way.
Charles Navarrete – President
Charles provides spiritual and organizational leadership with a servant’s heart. His steady vision keeps the mission focused on empowering communities and ensuring that every child served feels God’s love in action.
Matthew Monroe – Vice President
Matthew helps connect volunteers, donors, and partners, strengthening the network that sustains the organization’s work in Colombia. His faith motivates him to build bridges between people and possibilities, reminding others that love is the foundation of lasting change.
Cristina Ramirez – Director of Fundación Emiliani
Working daily in Medellín, Cristina manages operations and outreach efforts that directly impact children’s lives. Her deep faith shapes her care for each child—offering guidance, education, and hope rooted in Christian compassion.
Bryan Hunter – Board Member
Bryan supports the long-term direction and governance of the project, ensuring its integrity and sustainability. His business insight, guided by faith, helps The Emiliani Project remain transparent and mission-focused while expanding its reach to help more children in Colombia.
Though their roles differ, their motivation is shared: to serve God through service to others. They embody the works of Saint Jerome Emiliani himself and his dedication to caring and protecting the most vulnerable.
Faith Meets Action: Volunteer in Colombia
Faith is never meant to stay still. It moves hearts, crosses borders, and builds bridges of compassion. One of the most meaningful ways to experience that movement is by joining an Emiliani Project mission trip to Medellín, Colombia.
Volunteers have the opportunity to:
- Spend time with children in loving, faith-filled environments
- Participate in construction or maintenance projects that improve living conditions
- Join educational and recreational activities
- Share in worship, prayer, and community outreach
Each mission trip blends hands-on service with spiritual renewal. Volunteers not only help children in Colombia, but also return home transformed—renewed in faith and grateful for what God can do through willing hearts.
👉 Explore upcoming mission trips and learn how you can volunteer in Colombia.
Your Faith Can Change a Child’s Future
Whether through travel, giving, or prayer, you can play a vital role in this mission.
Every sponsorship, every donation, every act of kindness helps a child step into a safer, brighter tomorrow.
When you partner with The Emiliani Project, you join a community that believes the Gospel is best preached through love in action. Together, we can give children in Colombia not just resources—but hope.
“When we serve, we see God’s face in the people we help. And when we help children, we touch the heart of God.”
👉 Meet the full team and learn more about how faith continues to guide The Emiliani Project’s work.
