The Code Red Child
We are reaching out to you today with an urgent request to support Mikael, a 9-year-old boy whose life has been marked by hardship and neglect. Mikael’s story is one of resilience and hope, and we believe that with your generous support, we can provide him with the opportunity to thrive and reach his full potential.
The challenge
Mikael’s parents were incarcerated for drug trafficking and theft, leaving him and his 5-year-old brother in the care of a neighbor.
Unfortunately, this woman was unable to provide for the boys, as she already had two grandchildren to care for. Desperate, she placed them with an uncle who was also involved in drug use.
In this environment, Mikael and his brother were subjected to severe mistreatment and eventually ended up living on the streets, begging for food and facing constant danger. The child protection authorities were alerted, and a foster family was found for Mikael’s younger brother. However, no one seemed willing to take in Mikael.
The solution
This is where our organization and Escola Crista Pequena Luz, stepped in. We recognized Mikael’s preciousness and potential and declared, “We want him! He is important!” Today, Mikael is living with Tia Lele and participating in our Projeto Luz, a program that provides educational and emotional support to children in need.
However, we urgently need your financial assistance to ensure that Mikael can continue his education at Escola Crista Pequena Luz. With your help, we can provide him with the following:
- Tuition fees [$50 monthly]: Your contributions will cover the cost of Mikael’s tuition, ensuring that he has access to quality education and the opportunity to develop his academic skills.
- Food/School supplies [$20 Monthly]: We will provide Mikael with all the necessary school supplies, including books, notebooks, pens, and other materials, so that he can focus on his studies without worrying about these essentials. Also a food basket with essential items.
- Extracurricular activities [$20]: We believe that extracurricular activities are an important part of a child’s development. Your support will allow Mikael to participate in music programs, sports, arts, and other activities that will help him build confidence, make friends, and explore his interests.
- Emotional support [$35 monthly]: Mikael has experienced significant trauma in his young life. Your donations will enable us to provide him with ongoing emotional support, including counseling and therapy, to help him heal and cope with his past experiences.
The results
100% Model – Love Grace & Music
Your donation, no matter how small, will make a significant difference in Mikael’s life. Your generosity will open doors to a brighter future, giving him the chance to break the cycle of poverty and achieve his dreams. Please consider making a donation today and help us support Mikael on his journey.
We know how to end violence…
MUSIC…
Is the antidote to violence. If we approach music in the same natural way we approached our first language, we would learn to speak it in the same short time it took to speak our first language.
Allowing young musicians to play and perform with accomplished musicians on a daily basis is the goal of our RockSmithClub Music program. Result points will be exchange for local currency. We will pay this young musician to study and play string instruments.