GLOBAL IMPACT MISSIONS-ORG - INC

Working with Fidelity Charitable Foundation GIM enabled COUNT & AGAPE ministries of Hyderabad, Telengana, India for construction of five Learning and Worship Centers for four different districts in two states in India; also constructed was a water facility to accommodate two high schools, students, staff and agri-dairy staff in Chengicheria, Telengana, State; further funding was provided for two large (40+) passenger busses for high schools in 2 separate districts in Telengana State. The five learning and Worship Centers cost from $10,538 to $11,918 each and averaged $11,333. Land purchase and digging of foundation, and foundation and basement construction were performed by and paid for by the local church members. The water facility contains a 50,000 liter underground storage tank, a pipeline from the water source, underground and above ground pumps, 3 HP motor and a brick containment structure at a cost of $22,480. Finally, some of the funds were designated for the purchase two school busses at a cost of $35,378 for a total of $70,756. The grand total of the project was $149,900

Dr. William Goold and GIM in conjunction with its Kenyan partner Shalom Water Ministries, headed by Dr. Michael Lolwerikoi, worked throughout the year to support and minister to the Samburu tribes of northern Kenya. These tribes have been long term partners of GIM and assist in spreading the use of orality teaching methods to enhance the learning and the lives of students and adults in the villages in the region around Maralal. Due to the travel restrictions imposed by COVID 19, Dr. Goold was unable to travel but the support of the schools, churches and villages continued as GIM and its donors provided funds for several needs. One of the biggest needs during the year was supplemental food due to the drought conditions and GIM provided $16,600 during the year for food commodities. Completion of water catchment systems at three different villages and some repairs at three schools needed $12,050. Another $1,140 was used to provide support food , rent and school fees for some single parents. A medical eye clinic was held in Maralal City and 550 patients were treated including 105 cataract surgeries, for a cost of $3,050. And $4,000 was allocated for Dr. Lolwerikoi for administration & travel expenses for the entire year. Total funds from all donors for these needs amounted to $36,850.