As 2021 draws to a close we are reminded of how blessed we have been through the generosity of our donors.  We have accomplished great thing this past year.  We were able to open our doors to 24 hour care with a trained staff and well equipped clinic.  We are very grateful for all that has come together to make that possible.

Since opening in January we have treated 731 patients for everything from sniffles to serious injuries that needed stitches.  We have had patients in need of rehydration through IV treatment.  Many people present with malaria, high blood pressure and diabetes.  We still give medication at no cost for these conditions.  Our pharmacy has been very busy since people know they will get quality medicine and not have to worry about counterfeit drugs they may get from local chemists.

We have also welcomed 10 babies this year!  It is always a joyous occasion when an infant is safely delivered.  We have had to transfer a few patients who needed Ceasarean  section which we are not able to perform.

OUR BUCKET LIST

As we look towards 2022 we find that our success brings forward new needs.  Currently our staff is housed in patient rooms in the Pat Moscrip Maternity Clinic.  The staff quarters building was completed last winter, but has been used to store the excess supplies that were donated from Project Cure.  We are now at a point where we need to supply separate housing for our employees.  That necessitates moving our storage into another space.  To that end, we have arranged to buy a 40’ shipping container to be placed in our compound.  Then the staff quarters will need to be finished with interior rooms and a bathroom.

Our biggest project for the next year is a water filtration system.  Our well water is contaminated with large amounts of bacteria making it unsafe to drink or use for other purposes without boiling.  This is standard for Nigeria.  A water filtration system will allow us to supply the clinic with safe water and have enough output to be able to bottle water for sale.  This would not only employ several villagers, but would bring in income to help fund the clinic.  We have already received a generous $10,000 donation towards the system, which leaves $15,000 to go.

We hope you will be able to help meet the needs of our clinic for the next year.  A monthly pledge or one-time gift will go a long way to support our ongoing mission to the people of Nguru Umuaro.  As always, every cent of money donated goes directly towards the operation of the clinic.  All administrative costs are personally paid by the board of directors.  And all donations are tax deductible.

Thank you for your contributions in the past.  We hope that our mission still has a place in your heart and you will consider supporting us into the future.