We recently had the pleasure of gathering almost all of the young adults currently receiving scholarships in our university and post highschool work-study program.
Merry Christmas!
Wishing you and yours families a very Merry Christmas and happy holidays! May all the promises of hope, joy, and peace be yours this season.
Our Christmas Wish List
Would you consider adding Mission Santa Maria to your Christmas list? Here is what we need most to continue to best serve the children in our programs.
Volunteer Spotlight: Nicole
For many years, we have been blessed to connect interested folks with the Mission Home and School for volunteer opportunities. Volunteers come for a few weeks, others for months at a time; sometimes in organized groups, and sometimes on their own. Right now, we are fortunate that Nicole is volunteering at the Mission Home and School.
Building Bridges: The story of Diego and Maria
Diego arrived at the Mission Home as a newborn baby after being abandoned in the street. For the past three years, he has been loved and cared for by one missionary caregiver, Maria.
Work-Study Program Participants Present to High School Seniors
Mission Santa Maria is happy to share that five Mission School graduates will complete their second semester in the DP World Shipping work-study program in February.
Happy Thanksgiving from Ecuador!
Wishing you and your families a very happy Thanksgiving! We want to extend our deepest gratitude for all your support. Thanks to you, our students remain in school, studying hard to be Ecuador’s next teachers, engineers, doctors, accountants, and more!
Victor graduates as a Petroleum Engineer
In a world where opportunities often seem reserved for a privileged few, Victor’s story stands as a testament to the power of determination, community support, and the life-changing impact of scholarships. Hailing from one of the poorest towns in our area, Victor’s journey to graduating with a degree in petroleum engineering is nothing short of remarkable.
Thank you for helping make Fall Fest such a success!
Last Thursday, November 2nd, we gathered with old and new friends of Mission Santa Maria in New York City to celebrate Fall Fest, our annual social and fundraising event.
From Floods to Food Safety: A Kitchen Update Journey
The mission home stands as a sanctuary of solace and service, embodying the values and dedication of those who reside within its walls. A few months ago, an opportunity arose to breathe new life into one of its most important spaces—the kitchen.
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