Caroline's Promise News

By now you have probably heard the amazing news: the first floor of the school we are building in Guatemala is completed!  We are so thankful for all of your prayers and help! We will continue to raise funds for the second and third floors. However, right now we are in desperate need of desks, now that the number of classrooms has increased, as well as locking file cabinets for our teachers and administration. Can you help?  Perhaps you know of a ministry, school group, or business that would like to sponsor one of these items. Even the smallest donation is a much-appreciated step in the right direction. You can donate here:  http://www.carolinespromise. net/make-a-donation Please choose the fund "Guatemala Orphan Projects" and write the item in the comment box. 8 locking desks for teachers -  $100 each 2 File Cabinets for Administrator's office - $175 each 8 Chairs - $80 each 8 File Cabinets for teachers - $300 each

The January 31st deadline for Summer mission trip applications is approaching fast! We still have space for families or teens to join a team traveling to Guatemala City for the week of June 27th - July  4th. The cost of this trip is $1900 including airfare. This team will include a family team (parents and kids ages 10+) and a teen team (teens ages 14+), but adults of all ages are welcome!  We will operate as one big team at for meals, travel, and housing, but our focuses of ministry will be different and individualized for each group. Team members can choose which area of ministry they would like to concentrate based on their interests and skills, and both teams will help with light construction on our new building. Family team : Focuses on teaching art to our kids at Casita Adonai, incorporating lessons about God and His love for them. The week will end with an exhibition of art from the students. Whether you consider yourself an ...

We'll be selling our new fair trade items from Guatemala this Saturday at Renew Boutique & Decor's Winter Blast in Kernersville! We're looking forward to a day of music, food, fair trade, and local artisans and would love for you to join us. The event supports the Animal Adoption and Rescue Foundation (AARF) of Winston-Salem, and every pet product donated will be rewarded with a raffle ticket for a chance to win great prizes. See you Saturday-- it's going to be a blast!

Come enjoy coffee and desserts with friends while you shop our lovely fair-trade items from Guatemala, Peru, Haiti, and elsewhere! Join us at either of two times: Sunday, December 14th, 2-5pm Monday, December 15th, 9am-12pm Each unique, fair-trade item we have to offer comes with the story of the person who made it. Dozens of one-of-a-kind items will be available, all of them made by people around the world who are breaking the cycle of poverty, oppression, and injustice with their handiwork.  We have jewelry, scarves, bags, ornaments, and much more! All at reasonable prices-- and all proceeds go to the work we are doing in Guatemala. Cash and cards are accepted. There is no doubt that your friends & family will love these beautiful gifts, and you will love the great feeling that comes along with ethical, purposeful shopping! Located at the Holbrooks' home 1950 Beeson Rd. Kernersville, NC 27284 Questions? Email us at lisaholbrook@...

I remember the first Christmas that our daughter, Caroline celebrated with us.  We became a family on December 1, 2003 when her adoption from Guatemala was final.  That Christmas was extra special to say the least!  If you're like me you often wonder what life would have been like for your child if they had remained in Guatemala.  Even more, you probably wonder what your life would be like had you not been united with them! This Christmas we are offering a very special way for you to honor your child while helping kids in Guatemala who struggle daily.  Caroline's Promise is in the midst of constructing a 3 story school in Guatemala City.  Casita Adonai is home to 165 of the most vulnerable children in the area.  They not only receive a quality Christian education, but they receive food, safety, and lots of love!  Their parents are also assisted through  parent education and job skills training.  Hope is truly being reclaimed for kids...

Are you looking for a meaningful way to honor your loved ones this Christmas?  Our Gifts with a Purpose are perfect!  For each gift that you purchase we will provide you with a beautiful card to give to your loved one.   These items will be used in the new school that is being built in Guatemala.  The first floor of the building will be used beginning in January 2015 and we need your help to furnish the classrooms.  There are gifts from $25 and up.  What  a great way to honor your loved ones or remember someone special! Check out all of the gifts here.

As you know, this year’s Hope Grows 5K and Family Fun Run was a huge success!  Much of that success is due to the wonderful support we received from local individuals and organizations.  We want to thank them for the discounts and prize donations they provided to us.  Printing Partners Boni Russell Design Logo Wear Graphics Starbucks CR Beaver Constructions Inc. Sweet Frog Abby Hambright Sherrie Watson – Mary Kay Attractions Books MJ's Restaurant Black Dog Athletics Planet Fitness Piedmont Chiropractic Josie's Boutique McAlister's Hang Ups Lia Sophia Jewelry - Doreen Garmon Taste of Thai Taste of Troy Diane Tufano Subway Thank you so much!  You are all awesome!