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Parishes throughout the diocese sponsor more than 5,675 children orphaned by the AIDS epidemic in Africa.
Photo by Matthew Pritchard
The Carpenter's Kids Program is a partnership between the Anglican Diocese of Central Tanganyika and the Episcopal Diocese of New York. "Carpenter's Kids" are Tanzanian HIV/AIDs orphans and other vulnerable children who are selected after screening by their parishes. The aim of the program is to ensure that each child receives a school uniform, a pair of shoes, breakfast every morning, and adequate school supplies to enable them to attend primary school. For further information about supporting this program, contact Lauren Salminen at laurenckny@msn.com.
There are more than 2.5 million AIDS orphans in Tanzania - children who are missing at least one parent struck down by the disease and who live without visible means of support. The Diocese of Central Tanganyika is a leader in public health and education, sponsoring health clinics, schools, and AIDS prevention programs. It simply needs the resources to extend its work.
The partnership between The Episcopal Diocese of New York and The Diocese of Central Tanganyika will link parishes in a mutual relationship of prayer, communication, and support. The two dioceses will identify parishes on both sides willing to enter in a multi-year engagement, with EDNY congregations agreeing to provide $60 per child, per year, for school, breakfast, uniforms and books and, if possible, a further $6.50 a year for socks and soap.
Guidelines for participating in Carpenter's Kids
Click the form to the right to join this important partnership.
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