GlobalGiving Project of the Month Club

Dear Project of the Month Club Member,

In contrast to the global decrease in cases of HIV and AIDS, cases in Colombia have increased year over year. Young people living in the rural countryside near Medellin are at increased risk of exposure because they lack access to health resources and information about HIV/AIDS.  

Fundacion SiFuturo believes education is the key to reducing the number of positive cases of HIV/AIDS in the region. Their project Educating one person, saves many from HIV is December’s Project of the Month. The project aims to educate 1,500 adolescents and their teachers about HIV via a series of workshops led by psychologists and health workers, an art exhibition, and a traveling educational exhibition. The workshops will teach social and medical concepts of HIV to students and teachers with the hope that they will share the information. The exhibits raise awareness through art and demonstrate how HIV impacts people’s lives.

Fundacion SiFuturo’s third annual art exhibition, “HIV, A Look Through Art,” will feature submissions from artists, students, and community members who want to share their vision and experience of HIV. Participants are invited to create art that highlights social determinants and ethical, biological, or psychosocial aspects of their experience to promote understanding and compassion.

Thanks to continued support from donors, Fundacion SiFuturo is also able to work with children receiving HIV treatment at Hospital La Maria, where it has been organizing programs and providing encouragement to patients for the past 20 years. During the last holiday season, the foundation donated more than 170 gifts for children receiving treatment at the hospital. Through these efforts, Fundacion SiFuturo strives to make a positive impact on children and their families affected by HIV/AIDS.

To learn more about how Fundacion SiFuturo continues to support children and their families through the challenges of HIV/AIDS and raise awareness about the disease, check out their most recent report.

Thank you for your commitment to a better world!

With gratitude, 

Victoria Vrana

GlobalGiving CEO

Dear Project of the Month Club Member,

Pakistan has the third-highest prevalence of diabetes globally. According to the International Diabetes Federation, the prevalence of diabetes in Pakistan has increased by 148% since 2019. But treatment rates remain low because of a lack of health literacy, screening services, and universal health care, which lead to severe cases of the disease.

Our November Project of the Month, Sponsor the treatment of 50 Diabetic Patients by SHINE Humanity, is addressing the lack of screenings and awareness of diabetes in Pakistan by providing holistic treatment to patients. 

“Our organization is called SHINE Humanity, which stands for Sustainable Healthcare Initiatives Now Empowering Humanity,” Rubina, SHINE’s Administrative Assistant, said. “Our project aims to provide sponsorship for the treatment of diabetic patients at our clinics.” 

Treatment includes medicines, dietary counseling, and regular follow-ups with specialists.

“Diabetes is increasing at an alarming rate, even in less densely populated areas where we serve. Donations to our project ensure that we can randomly screen our patients,” Rubina explained. “By treating diabetes, we are able to ensure that the quality of life of not only the patient but also their whole family will improve—and they are able to actively participate in their community.”

To learn more about how SHINE Humanity is improving the health of communities affected by diabetes in rural Pakistan, check out their most recent report.

Thank you for your commitment to a better world! 

With gratitude, 

Victoria Vrana

GlobalGiving CEO