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"I Am My Brother's Keeper"
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All the Children Have a Story and a Future
BB1 & BB2
In the heart of Dodoma, a village nestled amidst Tanzania's vast landscapes, lived two brothers with an unbreakable bond. Orphaned by fate, the 9-year-old and his 12-year-old sibling faced long nights of hunger, despite their grandparents' best efforts to care for them.
Determined to change their destiny, the brothers made a daring decision.
One fateful evening, under the blanket of a starry sky, they quietly slipped away from their home, their minds set on a distant dream. Their destination: the bustling city of Dar es Salaam, a beacon of hope in their young eyes. With a mixture of fear and excitement, they stowed away on a bus, their small frames hidden among the luggage.
Little did they know, their path was not unique. Dar es Salaam, already teeming with lost souls like them, was not the sanctuary they imagined. But destiny had other plans. As the bus pulled into the station, George, waiting for a friend, unexpectedly discovered the brothers nestled among the baggage.
With kindness in his eyes, George welcomed them into his world. In that moment, the boys shed their old identities. They were no longer nameless waifs. From that day forward, they became BB1 and BB2, Bus Boy 1 and Bus Boy 2—new members of George’s extended family, finding hope and a home amidst the chaos of the city.
BB1 and BB2 have excelled in school, displaying remarkable dedication to their studies. Their progress is inspiring, with both showing aptitude for learning and a passion for education. Additionally, a heartwarming development occurred: their grandparents reached out to George, generously donating 9 acres of land to our family. This generous act will pave the way for our first organic farm, where we plan to cultivate a diverse range of nutritious vegetables. The future looks bright as we embark on this new endeavor, with BB1 and BB2 at the forefront of our shared journey towards sustainable living and community development.
ERICK GEORGE
Meet Erick George, a young boy whose journey embodies resilience and determination. Initially struggling academically due to personal challenges at home, Erick's life took a positive turn when concerned neighbors intervened. They recognized his potential and engaged with his mother, leading to Erick joining our family.
Since then, Erick's transformation has been nothing short of remarkable. From failing all his classes to becoming the top student in his school, he has shown unwavering dedication to his studies. Beyond academics, Erick has emerged as a peacemaker within our community, adept at resolving conflicts with compassion and wisdom.
Despite facing adversity, Erick’s dream of becoming a lawyer burns brightly. His thirst for knowledge is insatiable, and he approaches each day with enthusiasm and purpose. We believe in Erick’s potential to excel in his chosen path and are committed to supporting him every step of the way.
Erick’s story is a testament to the impact of community support and resilience in overcoming obstacles. We are proud to have him as part of our family and look forward to witnessing his continued growth and success.
Erick’s progress is remarkable. As we work towards enrolling him in a private school where he would face more academic challenges than at his present public school, his leadership qualities shine. Other children trust him and seek his counsel, appreciating his wisdom and approachability. Erick’s ability to communicate effectively with his peers fosters a supportive environment where issues are openly addressed. He embodies the values of compassion and understanding, shaped by the love and concern that transformed his own life. Erick represents a promising future for African leadership, poised to lead with empathy and a deep appreciation for the impact of community support and personal growth.
anita & her brother
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BB1 & BB2
We will coach you and help you achieve your health goals. At garage, we can help you every step of the way. Join our family and own your fitness. What are you waiting for? Take the first step today.
ERICK GEORGE
We will coach you and help you achieve your health goals. At garage, we can help you every step of the way. Join our family and own your fitness. What are you waiting for? Take the first step today.
anita & her brother
We will coach you and help you achieve your health goals. At garage, we can help you every step of the way. Join our family and own your fitness. What are you waiting for? Take the first step today.
Weaving Dreams
I try to imagine myself as a homeless child without parents and without hope, begging for money on the side of the street to buy some scraps to eat. I try to imagine what it is like to be BB1 and BB2, deciding to leave our village and stowaway on a bus at the ages of 9 and 7.
I think of their fortune to cross paths with George. There are 32 lives like this in this very moment.
Preparing Them For A Successful Life
You are much more powerful than you may be aware of. Someone who has the most important private school in Tanzania contacted our Nargiz from Azerbaijan to offer her a job. As is always, she ended up telling this person about ALL FOR ONE and it ended with a conference call with a Minister in Tanzania. He told us they give scholarships to bright students from disadvantaged families. We are now working on getting Erick George into that school.
When Erick started school with our George, he failed all his classes. Now he is the first in his class and wants to be a lawyer.
All You Need Is Love
Everytime I tell George he is my ero he gets embarrassed and tell me no, ‘you are my hero’. He says ‘no Lonnie, he cannot pronounce the letter ‘R’ and instead it comes out ‘L’. He has done the hard part now let us do our part, get as many friends and co-workers to donat $1 per month. Let us meet with George and he Children on Saturday morning so they can see the people taking care of them. I AM MY BROTHER’S KEEPER. Then from that we remembered the Three Musketeers, All For One and One For All. The authorities in Dar es Saalam have given George one year to get the activity registered and we are working on that now, so our soon to be official name will be AA41AND14ALL.
About €35 per month per child
Why We Provide For Our Children
George takes care of children who needs help and he knows there is only now when a person needs help. There is no, let me think about it, he must act immediately.
We. agree on this approach and are building a structure that can support all the challenges in Tanzania. No, we are not optimistic; we are realists. 5,000 children simply cannot be homeless and living on the street as their upbringing has an impact on society in the future.