The Beneficiaries

We spent two days with the volunteers from the Rainbow Network. During this time we were given the opportunity to meet different recipients who have benefited from the work of the Rainbow Network. The items in the container filled by the Cole Middle School community was distributed through this non-profit organization. We met Nicaraguans from El Prado, Ciudad Dario and Nagarote. The Rainbow Network has information on their site succinctly explaining what they are able to accomplish with very little money and a big vision. It was amazing to see and hear the stories from families and individuals. People who just needed to have their basic needs (food, clothing and shelter) met. Some of them could now move forward in fulfilling their dreams of an education and medical attention. This is a story best told in pictures.

Mom so happy to show us her home and her family. She received a micro enterprise loan and is running a business from her home.	Mrs. Vaughn lining up those blocks.
Three generations living in this house. The bicycle was given as transportation to school.	Katie learned English in nine months and was taking advantage of the 'practice' opportunity.
A recipent of one of the toys.	The ice cream line after a hot afternoon working in the sun.
Distribution of hair bows.	Queso
No seatbelt laws here.	The stroller that JMV donated was given to this little kiddo--a victim of microcephaly.
Students at the school showcasing some of their talents and skills.	The Cole Middle School label on one of the donations.
Mrs Hook with Diego who is so pleased with his new gloves and soccer ball.	The dentist at one of the community clinics.
A new home.	At school.