Today our distribution was at El Carrizal, an inner city school in the capital city of Tegucigalpa. During this largest distribution of 717 bedkits, we were advised that the First Lady of Honduras would be visiting the site. The First Ladies of Honduras have traditionally been the sponsors of the Healthy Schools Program and supporters of the SCAW bedkit distribution for the past 11 years. Many volunteers from the program assist in our daily distributions. There was a great deal of anticipation awaiting her arrival among the Rotarians, Healthy Schools volunteers, students and our SCAW team. When she arrived with her entourage (TV cameramen, photographers, secret service and military), it was quite a scene. The first lady followed the bedkit distribution process through each of its steps while always stopping and talking with the various volunteers. All the TV cameras were rolling for this stop. She particularly quite enjoyed talking with some of the children, particularly those who were receiving bedkits after their photos were taken. It was obvious that the First Lady’s support for our program is genuine and heartfelt.
The media have been very interested in the SCAW distribution and our partners, the Rotary Club of Tegucigalpa. Many days have been interrupted with various TV personnel tracking the distribution and interviewing SCAW members, other volunteers and the children receiving bedkits. Our good work is spreading throughout the city. In every instance, SCAW’s contribution to the betterment of the lives of 5000 children has been met with gratitude. So far, we have touched the lives of 3490 children. It has been a great experience.
On behalf of the SCAW team 2012
