ESL Program Supports Impoverished Students To Reach Higher Education

ESL Program Supports Impoverished Students To Reach Higher Education

May 20, 2022

One teenage girl living in poverty finds self-confidence and learns initiative through U4O’s ESL instruction and supportive counseling services with our program in Miramar, Nicaragua. Programs Provide Education and Support to Students Living in Poverty Andrea is a young woman in her teens who recently moved on from our ESL program to university, and our …

Healing through Giving; One Person Can Make a Difference

Healing through Giving; One Person Can Make a Difference

May 6, 2022

We recently connected with longtime Unity 4 Orphans supporter, Jared Lutmer, to discuss how he became involved with our organization and how it’s impacted his life. His dedication to helping the children we serve through education and holistic care will hopefully inspire others to give back, and show that one person’s efforts can make a …

One Volunteer’s Extraordinary Experience of Life at an Orphanage

One Volunteer’s Extraordinary Experience of Life at an Orphanage

May 5, 2022

Unity 4 Orphans (U4O) is excited to share the story of one woman who followed her heart to make a difference in the lives of orphaned children in Mexico. Brenda Martinez first heard about U4O when she met our founder, Joe Brandi, at The Rock Church in October 2021. He was talking about ministry in …

Wave-A-Thon Highlights: Dedicated Supporters!

Wave-A-Thon Highlights: Dedicated Supporters!

April 28, 2022

Unity 4 Orphans is so thankful for the support that led to a successful fundraiser at our 2nd Annual Wave-A-Thon! The students in our ESL program in Nicaragua are now learning valuable life skills through education and new curriculum in the English language, which will open doors for them in their future.

Equipping the Kids for Success in School!

Equipping the Kids for Success in School!

February 3, 2022

A new school year has begun for the children Unity 4 Orphans supports in Nicaragua. It not only takes a village to garner the funds needed to provide necessary items, but also to obtain and distribute them to the kids, and we’re so grateful for our awesome community! Coming alongside children in Latin America to …

Wave-A-Thon Highlights: U4O Board Members!

Wave-A-Thon Highlights: U4O Board Members!

January 26, 2022

On a perfect San Diego day in August, Unity 4 Orphans held our 2nd Annual Wave-A-Thon fundraiser. With the participation of 23 surfers and support from our incredible community, we were able to raise $30k toward new curriculum and ESL classes for our students in Miramar, Nicaragua. Steve Castillo, our board treasurer, admired all of …

Congratulations to Our 1st Graduating Class in Nicaragua!

Congratulations to Our 1st Graduating Class in Nicaragua!

January 17, 2022

Unity 4 Orphans recently celebrated the graduation of six students from our ESL program in Miramar, Nicaragua and couldn’t be prouder! Along with their teachers, they worked hard, and we commend their efforts and drive to succeed. Fluency in English expands their opportunities, giving each of them a brighter outlook on the future. Sunday, December …

Meet Bettina Hanna

Meet Bettina Hanna

January 4, 2022

Bettina Hanna has been involved with Unity 4 Orphans for about 5 years. She was first introduced to the organization by a journalist friend who asked her to film a trip to Tijuana where volunteers dressed as Disney princesses. That day, she says that she fell in love with the way the U4O group interacted …

We Are Blessed By Your Support!

We Are Blessed By Your Support!

December 21, 2021

We are so inspired by the individuals who have risen up to give generously, invest their time, or fundraise for us during our end-of-the-year push. Our goal is to raise an additional $50,000 by December 31st to continue our programs and increase our impact in 2022. The pandemic has been challenging for our organization, but …

We Had an Amazing Giving Tuesday!

We Had an Amazing Giving Tuesday!

December 6, 2021

We Had an Amazing Giving Tuesday! Thank You for Your Generosity: 2021 Giving Tuesday Campaign THANK YOU to those that gave to our 2021 Giving Tuesday campaign!! We cannot thank you enough for your contributions, support, and generosity. With your support, we raised $10,000 that will go to our programs in Nicaragua and Mexico. From …

Maddy Puts Her Best Foot Forward

Maddy Puts Her Best Foot Forward

December 2, 2021

Meet Maddy Maddy is an eight grader who loves to dance in her free time and used that as inspiration for a unique collection drive to benefit those less fortunate. In November, she gathered donations of new pairs of socks that were delivered to children at the orphanages that Unity 4 Orphans supports in Tijuana, …

Help U4O Meet our Giving Tuesday Goal

Help U4O Meet our Giving Tuesday Goal

November 24, 2021

The countdown to Giving Tuesday is on! We are just days away from our biggest fundraiser of the year, and we’re asking for your help. God blessed Joe Brandi with a vision for Unity 4 Orphans over ten years ago and with the help of our amazing community of volunteers and supporters, we’ve made a …

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