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Total Number of Gifts: 174
Total Value of Gifts: $85,619.25

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A little girl needs your help to build homes in Haiti.

Rachel Wheeler, 10, has raised enough money to construct 12 concrete double-unit houses with access to sanitation and potable water. The homes will provide a new start in life for many families displaced by the earthquake.

Please continue to donate to Rachel’s initiative, and be the answer to the prayers of families who lack safe, sturdy shelter. Already living in the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere, the people of Port-au-Prince experienced even more tragedy and heartache after the devastating earthquake.

In addition to meeting the immediate needs of food, medicine and clean water, Food For The Poor has established a goal of building 5,000 homes this year. A donation of $2,600 can provide a single unit house to a destitute family. For $1,000, a latrine and shower stall will provide housing recipients with access to proper sanitation and privacy. Proper sanitation is essential to the health and welfare of a thriving family and helps prevent life-threatening illnesses.

Homes in Rachel’s Village will be built near an existing fishing village which will be identified later. Food For The Poor provides the fishermen with seaworthy boats, reliable engines, fishing tackle, coolers, freezers, locking storage sheds and safety equipment. This enables the fishermen to work in deeper, more bountiful waters with larger and more marketable fish. In return, the fishermen must agree to contribute a minimum of 5 percent of their catch to help feed others in their communities.

Rachel’s plan has been to approach people and business owners, and ask them to donate $200 to Food For The Poor. Initially her goal was to build 13 homes - Rachel’s Bakers Dozen. Thanks to generous supporters, Rachel has raised the money to accomplish the bakers dozen and now wants to continue her efforts to build an entire village.

Rachel originally was inspired to come to the aid of people in Haiti when she visited Food For The Poor in April 2009, and heard President/CEO Robin Mahfood speak about the country’s dire situation.

Links to Stories on Rachel:

http://cbs4.com/local/girl.rachel.wheeler.2.1821021.html

http://www.sun-sentinel.com/videobeta/26a69b76-fdec-419f-83e1-bef798fb319f/C

http://www.wptv.com/news/local/story/Haiti-houses-Rachel-Wheeler-Food-for-the-Poor-wptv/XQ-4F5Xo6EuVqZ7SA3GkbQ.cspx

http://cbs4.com/local/food.for.the.2.1004943.html

http://www.justnews.com/news/19739179/detail.html

http://www.justnews.com/news/19739179/detail.html#video

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Ralph M. Rodriguez Thu, Jun 03, 2010 Rachel, You have such a big heart at such a young age, and are such an inspiration to others. I worked with your Grandfather in the past and he was the same way, always very giving with a big heart. So it's not suprising that the apple didn't fall far from the tree. Your family most be very proud of you. Good things will always come to you.
Karyn Wed, Feb 10, 2010 Dear Rachel, I found your page while visiting the Food for the Poor website. I have always tried to support this organization but when I learned of all your efforts I wanted to give even more today. You are doing a wonderful thing! Kids can make the world a better place!
Bunco Bunnies Sun, Jan 31, 2010 We love you and support your efforts in building a village for the poorest of the poor. Now more than ever, we must start the rebuilding of Haiti. God Bless You, Norma,Inge, Nicole, Tanya, Kim, Jean, Mary G., Mary P., Kathy, Susan, Diane, Laura, Debbie, Kelly, Joane, and Nanci
PAULINE WILSON Tue, Nov 17, 2009 MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS YOUR GREAT HEART AND MAY YOUR INSPIRATION GROW IN THE HEARTS OF MANY TO COME IN THE PRECIOUS NAME OF OUR LORD AND SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST! YOUR SISTER IN CHRIST PAULINE WILSON, ORANGE COUNTY, CA
Marelys Lazo Tue, Aug 11, 2009 Good job Rachel!!! You are setting an example for everyone! I have spread the news about your fundraising throughout my office, and I will keep talking about. I would like to discuss ways to help you more, I have come up with something that might be of help. My email address is: marelys@lazohomes.com
JOHN BONN Fri, Jul 17, 2009 GOD BE WITH YOU..JB http://CUSECITY.ORG
Nicole Sebastian Mon, Jun 22, 2009 Hi Rachel, This is Miss Sebastian. I just returned from a week in Haiti and saw first hand the needs of the people there. Reading about what you are doing to help made me cry! You are a special girl. I praise God for your compassion.
Susan Milligan Mon, Jun 22, 2009 Hi Rachel, I was just checking your progress and wanted to let you know how proud I am of you!!! Keep up the fantastic work! :-) Love, Mrs. Milligan
Lisa Thu, Jun 18, 2009 You are doing a great thing Rachel!! God Bless You!!!
Donna Richert Tue, Jun 02, 2009 As a retired third grade teacher, I can tell you that third graders CAN change the world. They are so full of optimism and are not afraid to try big things to make a difference in the world. You go, Rachel, and I'm right behind you!
Mike & Kathy Monfette Tue, Jun 02, 2009 In these times of great problems one of the few ways we can tell God we love him is by sharing the gifts that he has given us with others. Thanks and God Bless
Chantale DUTHERRIER Fri, May 29, 2009 God Bless you!!!!
Bob Kozlowski Fri, May 29, 2009 My first thought when I read this was "GOD BLESS YOU!". May the love of Jesus Christ continue to pierce your heart so that his love can be showered upon others. Keep up the fantastic work in the name of Jesus! Amen!
Sunny Fri, May 29, 2009 If more parents raised more children to be less "me me" and more for sharing by their own parental example, we would not have such an unbalance of resources. Bravo mom, Bravo Rachel!!!!!!!
Rachel M Thu, May 28, 2009 You are so inspiring! Thank you for your courage! God bless you!
Carmelle Phillips Thu, May 28, 2009 God bless your parents and the people around you for supporting you in this effort. More parents should instill such sense of altruism in their children at such an early age.
Donnal & Kim Thu, May 28, 2009 God Bless you & your family. Rachel, continue to let God use you. I am so proud of you. You will reach your goal soon.
Joseph Thu, May 28, 2009 What an inspiration, keep up the good work and my family will be praying for your goal to be exceeded
David Witkowski Thu, May 28, 2009 Rachel, I pray that with God's help you will reach your goal. Keep up the good work you are doing. God Bless!!
The Brod Family Thu, May 28, 2009 Congratulations on your wonderful work, Rachel. It's always great to see a young person with so much spirit and love in her heart!
Jeff Thu, May 28, 2009 MIRACLES STILL HAPPEN. CONGRATULATIONS YOUNG LADY. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK. GOD BLESS YOUtax
Mark Thu, May 28, 2009 Hello Rachel, It is always nice to hear that others work hard to live out their faith by responding to the poor. Some look at the poor as a burden. Others, like you, see the opportunities to help the poor as a Blessing. Jesus gave us the poor so we can respond to Him through them. God Bless you and your family for what you do. My wife and I have a goal to build a house every year and support one child living in poverty for each member of our home. You are a real inspiration to the rest of us! Keep up the good work. Your Friends in Christ. Mark and Deidre
Nancy Thu, May 28, 2009 Dearest Rachel, Thank you so much for bringing this to our attention - thank you for your compassion and service. You are making a tremendous difference in the world! With much love, Nancy
Sr. Brigidssm Thu, May 28, 2009 Rachel , you are fantastic.. You are making great changes in a needy country... God bless you you are in my prayers and those who you help
Josh Thu, May 28, 2009 Please keep up the good work Rachel. Your efforts are definitely pleasing to the Lord and I'm sure you'll bless more people with His help than you ever dreamed possible. Many fond prayers for you, my Christian sister.

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