Note From First College Graduate of Children of the Dump

 

 

At the meeting last week assistant Governor Dale Mellencamp offered some kind words about the history of our club with the Children of the Dump project in Nicaragua and at that meeting I mentioned that the first college graduate from the Children of the Dump, Maria Jose Perez, had spoken to our club several years ago.

I thought the members might be interested in the update I received from Maria this afternoon. Picture attached.

 

 

“I finished my MBA degree last year and was admitted as a CPA last month.

Member of the Rotary Club of Chinendega San Cristobal and will become an officer of the Club in two weeks.

 

A volunteer with Foundation Chinendega 2001.

 

Employed by the largest sugar company in Nicaragua as an auditor.

 

I am married and am so grateful for all the Rotarian support for our community and myself.

 

 

Assistant District Governor Dale Mellencamp shared an example of what Rotary does to help others. He recognized our club's initiation of The Children of the Dump project that rescued children that were living off of food obtained from the local dump in , Chinandega, Nicaragua. Several Rotarians that were involved shared the activities that were involved in initiating the project. This project was ultimately used as a template for International Projects. We continue to provide monetary support. Rotarians Frank Huezo and Jim Kite have done excellent jobs in continuing this project. Father Marco Dessy, a local Priest played a pivotal role. Numerous children have obtained an education to help them move forward in life. Go to www.childrenofthedumps.org to learn more. Service Above Self.