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I Will Definitely Become A Doctor
The sky is blue, and the wind is blowing, as white clouds gently float above. The crunching sound of the snow beneath people’s steps resemble the sound of a whimper. Everyone has gathered to learn about the new school and when
Canvas to Cinderblocks: Building our Sixth School in Senegal
In spite of coronavirus, MAP started construction on its sixth school in Senegal, in partnership with our local partners at Natangué-Sénégal. While the pandemic has closed down schools, the slow spread of the outbreak allows important construction work to continue provided
Hunger Relief Impact Story in Iran
Previous Next This year, my Mom collected all her savings so that she could open a haircut shop in our small town and have her own business. I was excited that our family would be able to afford new clothes with
COVID-19 Hunger Relief in America – Your Contributions in Action
Donate The coronavirus pandemic has left millions of Americans without work and many who struggle to support themselves and their families on a daily basis. All this while, MAP has been aiding communities across the U.S., fighting to ease the added
A COVID-19 Impact story from Iran Your Donations Help Families such as Farideh’s
I had put out a word to everyone I knew, asking to help me find a job, any job. The factory I worked at had fired all non-essential personnel due to the Coronavirus. I as well as many others were out
The Fight for Education Amid Coronavirus Outbreak
Due to the government’s decision to extend school closures for the foreseeable future, Moms Against Poverty Cambodia will remain closed until further notice. The Cambodian government has imposed travel restrictions, announced nationwide school closure, and advocated new health guidelines to prevent
A little goes a long way for families in Iran
I will never forget that horrifying night. Mr. Ahmad had told my father, if we don’t end up gathering 100 kilograms of scrap iron and waste, we would be fired. Father and I searched frantically, covering extra miles just to meet
Coronavirus Update from Senegal
Empty school buildings are a common sight in Senegal since all schools were closed on March 15th.Pictured: MAP’s Cheikh Amadou Lô Elementary School Classrooms once filled with students reciting grammar rules accumulate dust by the hour, while school courtyards where children
The Human Face of COVID-19
Imagine you own a diner, not a restaurant chain, a modest, small hole in the wall that fits twenty at most. Your grandfather built this place with his own hands, or maybe it was his father; you can’t remember. Mama grew
Iran COVID-19 Response Report – Your Contribution in Action
Previous Next Iran has been the most devastating hot spot for the Coronovirus Pandemic in the Middle East, with death rates climbing daily, and response further hindered by a critical shortage of medical supplies pre-pandemic. As part of our relief efforts,
MAP’s Fight Against Coronavirus in the U.S.
Much of MAP’s work revolves around helping those who do not have the means to support themselves. However, due to the coronavirus pandemic, an increasing number of Americans in low-income communities are struggling to find food, even if they can afford
COVID-19 Iran – Your Contribution in Action
Previous Next Dear Friends, The coronavirus outbreak in Iran has been devastating and continues to spread around the country. Our team in Iran has been working selflessly around the clock to support hospitals, shelters, and children in need with items and
