Letter from Shira, our Founder & Executive Director

July 2010

Greetings!

In 2009, FFF expanded its mission to support the mothers, widows, and guardians who take care of the orphans and vulnerable children that we support. We provide training skills to these struggling mothers, with the goal of empowering them to become self-reliant.

We selected four communities to roll out our skills training programs. Let me tell you about one of these communities – Bread & Fishes Feeding Ministry. The organization was founded by Mukuka Malama and is set deep in a compound called Kamanga. Despite the lack of resources in this community, the women are very entrepreneurial.

In April 2010, we provided the group (about 12 women) with their first sewing machine. Upon returning to the site a week later, we were very impressed by the progress they had made. The room was a beehive of activity, with women making pillows, clothing, tablecloths, and tablemats. Some had even begun to sell their goods! Due to their success, we decided to provide them with a second sewing machine, fabric and other tailoring supplies to further kick-start their new venture. This presentation was met by gleeful song and dance.

Thank you for taking the time to read my update. Please continue to visit our website for more information about our work.

Shira Rohde, PhD
Founder & Executive Director
Flip Flop Foundation

Bread & Fishes Feeding Ministry