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Making A Difference

"Thanks to (this training) my children can go to school and my burden is less heavy. This is the reason I can say to you that I am happy to be able to read and write!"

This quote is from a graduate of the CRMF literacy program. The caretaker of her grandchildren, she was unable to read or write. This limited her ability to provide access to schooling, food and clothing for the children.  After hearing a radio advertisement, she joined a literacy class.

At CRMF, we measure success by several factors. In addition to funds raised, we look at program participation and growth, job creation, hardships eased and participant and community feedback.

 
Our Results to Date

Funding and program growth:
- Since its founding, CRMF has directed more than $1 million in funding, grants, and donated goods and  medicines to the people of the Tamatave region.
- In 2002, we opened our first literacy center, today there are 15.
- More than 3500 people have completed basic literacy instruction.
- CRMF funds the only centers to offer computer training free of charge.
- Our micro-lending program has more than 1000 beneficiaries.
- The CRMF marionettes have been replicated in other regions to spread the message about hand washing.
- There is a waiting list of over 2000 families requesting pit latrines. Some of our program graduates are now employed creating latrine components.
- Our new training center offers educational programs for preschoolers, teenagers and adults.
- The SANITEC facility construction has created employment for local people. Once complete, it will continue to create jobs and generate revenue for the region as well as produce affordable latrine components.
- We have provided emergency relief for victims of fires and  cyclones, educational and nutritional programs funded for children.
- Hundreds received free medical care and medications during on-site medical mission trips.


Recognitions:
- Multiple recognitions from local governments for our many programs
- National and local media coverage in Madagascar for literacy and medical missions
- Fall, 2010 - The Archdiocese of Toamasina has honored CRMF Director and Vice-President Ginny Wiltse with the Mari-Boninahitra medal for her service “to God, Church and the people of Madagascar.” Toamasina Archbishop Désiré Tsarahazana of Toamasina presented her with the medal.

"Partners with the poor in one of the world's poorest countries."

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