Popular Post Freefallguy Posted March 4, 2014 Popular Post Posted March 4, 2014 Greetings all! I've been away far too long, but fresh back from my latest trip to Nicaragua… back to arse deep snow in my driveway. Still trying to catch up. Ugh. Anyway, amazing things happening down there. For those of you new to what we do there, I work with a network of folks feeding kids, and now pregnant women and some elderly, throughout Nicaragua. My "work" is merely to be a conduit of funding, and introduce/expose people around the world to the need. Nicaragua is second only to Haiti as the poorest country in the western hemisphere. In country Roberto M. is my go to man. He coordinates receipt and distribution of rice/soy or potato/soy packets provided by larger organizations, chiefly from the States. Our part, those of you who have contributed(which is the majority of you, even at $1/box it's a big help!) is to flavor the cook pot with chicken, onions, tomatoes, sweet peppers(capsicum), carrots and chayote squash. Rob "Don" Ayala visited with me back in FEB 2009(mate can you believe it's been five years already?) and out of that visit he chose to begin donating proceeds from each box sold. Therein began a cascade of other contributors, of which we've seen an avalanche from our northern friends in Canada! To the amazing part, Roberto gave me his report of December and the totals read like this: 239 feeding locations in 15 sectors around the country 16,835 children registered 3024 pregnant/elderly registered and…… 176,635 meals served in December!!! Incredible!!! Just a couple of photos from this jaunt… The money from the Toronto Mega Herf III was delivered. Roberto was astonished that people he did not know, and did not know him, would be so generous. That money alone will sweeten the pot for 118,000 meals! A couple of shots from around the state of Carazo… I had some friends along on this trip who were kind enough to fund, pack and distribute toiletry kits… Great things are being done in Nicaragua… with a huge help from our Friends of Habanos!! Words cannot begin to express my gratitude, but thank you all, sincerely. I have more photos to post of a new project, but that's for a different thread, another day. Cheers-Rob S. 7
ZAZ Posted March 4, 2014 Posted March 4, 2014 Wow. This is awesome! Thanks for sharing. Keep up the good work.
rckymtn22 Posted March 4, 2014 Posted March 4, 2014 Fantastic work Rob! Great to get the update and see how many meals being provided.
Pedro2486 Posted March 4, 2014 Posted March 4, 2014 I applaud your work bro. We'll done I'll make sure I buy as many boxes from Rob as I can, for the kids of course But seriously, great work
Fuzz Posted March 4, 2014 Posted March 4, 2014 Rob, do not downplay your significant role in this cause. Our contributions pale in comparison to your dedication. 1
Optic101 Posted March 4, 2014 Posted March 4, 2014 Incredible selfless work Rob, great job. Thank you.
Stanislaw Posted March 4, 2014 Posted March 4, 2014 This is seriously one of the main reasons I do business with FoH.... Nice work, very inspirational and thank you for your hard work....
WarriorPrincess Posted March 4, 2014 Posted March 4, 2014 Hi Rob Great to see back and I would love to give you a big hug for the wonderful dedication you constantly give
saintsmokealot Posted March 4, 2014 Posted March 4, 2014 Great work, very inspiring!!! Hats of to you and everyone supporting your cause!!!
Puros Y Vino Posted March 4, 2014 Posted March 4, 2014 Fantastic news! Thanks for the update. It's been fun raising money at our end to try and help out.
Cigar Surgeon Posted March 4, 2014 Posted March 4, 2014 I just got back from my 2nd trip to Nicaragua and I applaud the work you do for the people.
El Presidente Posted March 4, 2014 Posted March 4, 2014 Looking good Rob! You and the team are an inspiration mate. Make sure you plan to be in Havana November
Guest Robo Posted March 5, 2014 Posted March 5, 2014 Helping has never been so easy! Seriously though, I know we all do our part, but this wouldn't happen without you, Rob. I'm thankful to you for giving us the opportunity to help. Regards, Rob
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