Educate 50 Kids with Disabilities in Honduras

Far too often, our struggles are the very things that isolate us.

Doña Reli has suffered inordinate tragedy in her life. Both of her children died as young adults; her son was felled by the bullet of a criminal and her daughter passed away during a complicated childbirth. Her daughter’s baby survived but has the rare neurodevelopmental disorder Rett syndrome, which severely affects the brain and limits numerous aspects of development. Reli’s granddaughter, named Mercy, often seems to be lost in a faraway world, where sometimes even a grandmother’s powerful love can’t reach her. 

As for Doña Reli, the constant care and attention that Mercy needs isolate her from the rest of her community. Mercy typically needs help even in the middle of the night, and the demanding routine along with the emotional weight of her granddaughter’s condition make Reli quite tired and, sometimes, quite alone. 

But, for five years, Mercy and Reli have benefitted from Un Mundo’s Special Education and Health program, which brings specialized care straight to their home multiple times a week and enables them to travel to San Pedro Sula for neurological and other medical examinations at minimal cost. “It’s clear that Mercy has improved a lot,” says Reli with tears in her eyes, “and Un Mundo truly has helped me a great deal.”

What’s more, through her participation in the parents’ committee that oversees and contributes to the work of the project, Doña Reli has discovered that she is never alone. “I’ve learned to appreciate the sacrifices of each parent,” she notes, explaining that the project has opened her eyes to the struggles of other families around her. With the families of more than 50 children benefitting from the project, Reli finds motivation to keep fighting for the health and happiness of her grandchild.

It is only through the collaboration of generous donors like you that Un Mundo is able to empower loving people like Doña Reli to give their children, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews with disabilities the rich, joyful lives that they deserve. Please consider giving to the project once more if you're able, or keep your eyes peeled for opportunities to contribute to Un Mundo on Giving Tuesday, December 1. If you’re not already part of our email list, sign up through our website or Facebook page. We’re honored that you’re a part of the Un Mundo team, and we aspire to continue changing lives for the better with your help.