Isolation was all she knew - Then she found hope Imagine living in constant pain, with no family, no home, and no one to help. This was the reality for Sembakavalli, a 74-year-old woman in Chennai who had been cast aside by society. Alone and forgotten, she struggled...
Help Restore Dignity and Hope - One Step at a Time At Embrace a Village, we see firsthand how simple acts of kindness can transform lives. Kannammal's story is one of resilience, courage, and the life-changing power of a single pair of shoes. Kannammal, an elderly...
You Helped Kaliyappan Know He’s Not Forgotten In the remote corners of Tamil Nadu, there are people like Kaliyappan and Rajammal – individuals who have been isolated for years, battling illness and loneliness without anyone to turn to. At 80 years old, Kaliyappan...
We are so grateful for your continued prayers and support for the children and families we serve through Embrace a Village’s Little Lights after-school program. Your generosity is making a profound difference in the lives of children like Sabari. Sabari, a bright-eyed...
In communities affected by leprosy, where stigma and physical limitations make employment nearly impossible, Embrace a Village's rice distribution program provides vital support. Every quarter, 1,800 families – about 8,100 individuals – receive 10kg of rice each...
Today, I want to share with you a powerful story that beautifully illustrates the profound impact your generosity has on the lives of those we serve through Embrace a Village. Santha Mary was only nine years old when she first noticed strange patches on her skin. Her...
Today, I want to share a heartwarming story that beautifully illustrates the profound impact your prayers and support have on the lives of those we serve at Embrace a Village. Meet Akshitha, a spirited six-year-old girl with a heart as big as the sky. She lives with...
Let us share the heartfelt journey of Alamelu, a woman of courage and hope, residing in one of the leprosy colonies in Salem district, Tamilnadu. At the young age of 19, Alamelu's vibrant dreams and aspirations faced an unexpected detour when she was diagnosed with...
Finding Hope in the Heart of Affliction: Lukas's Journey of Faith and Redemption In 2004, Embrace a Village began its work in Deviyakurichi, a leprosy colony nestled in the rolling hills of Salem district in Tamil Nadu. This colony became a refuge for those afflicted...
Bringing Hope to Perumal In the serene village of Tiruvannamalai district, amidst the verdant hills of Tamil Nadu, lives a man named Perumal. His quiet dignity and gentle spirit have endeared him to all who know him, but his journey has not been without its trials. At...
Happy Easter Weekend! – As we reflect on the love of God during this Easter season, we are reminded of the profound ways in which your support and prayers demonstrate His unwavering presence in the lives of those affected by leprosy. Just as Christ died on the Cross...
Nurturing Bright Minds: Anushka's Journey with Embrace a Village Your ongoing support of Embrace a Village has been instrumental in shaping the lives of children, allow me to share an example of how… Today we get to introduce you to Anushka, a vivacious 10-year-old...