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“They gave me back my life”

“They gave me back my life”

In the quiet corners of Bharathapuram leprosy colony, a man named Ramakanth sits in his modest home with a smile that speaks of quiet triumph. At 63, he has walked through more pain than many of us can imagine—and yet, today, he stands in hope. Years ago, Ramakanth...

This Giving Tuesday, Double Your Impact to Bring Hope

This Giving Tuesday, Double Your Impact to Bring Hope

Today is Giving Tuesday—a day to come together and spark real change. And thanks to you, we’ve already seen how just one gift can rewrite a story. Meet Mohanapriyan, a bright 10-year-old from a leprosy-affected family where daily meals are uncertain and education...

From Rejection to Redemption: Badri’s Story of Hope

From Rejection to Redemption: Badri’s Story of Hope

At 68 years old, Badri’s life could have ended in silence and pain. Once, she had a family. A home. A place in the world. But when the first signs of leprosy appeared, fear and shame began to unravel everything she held dear. One by one, her loved ones turned away....

A Journey of Love & Connection: Pray for Joe & Soman in Tamil Nadu

A Journey of Love & Connection: Pray for Joe & Soman in Tamil Nadu

This week, Joe and Soman are setting out on a deeply meaningful journey—one driven by an overwhelming desire to be with our Embrace a Village team, sit with patients in our rehab and hospice centers, and personally visit the remote colonies we serve. More than just a...

Thank You for Bringing Light: Muthuvel’s Renewed Journey

Thank You for Bringing Light: Muthuvel’s Renewed Journey

Thank you for your unwavering support and compassion. Because of your generosity, lives are being transformed every day at Embrace a Village. Today, we’d like to share Muthuvel’s inspiring story – a testament to how your support brings hope and renewal to those...

Wishing You a Blessed New Year—And a Step Toward Hope!

Wishing You a Blessed New Year—And a Step Toward Hope!

As we welcome a brand-new year, we can’t help but feel immense gratitude for your prayers and generous support throughout the past season. With your help, Embrace a Village has brought hope and healing to those affected by leprosy in ways we never dreamed possible....

She was alone and suffering – Your kindness changed her life

She was alone and suffering – Your kindness changed her life

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

Help Restore Dignity and Hope – One Step at a Time

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...

Newsletter from EAV – August 2024

Newsletter from EAV – August 2024

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...

A Heartfelt Thank You: Transforming Lives Together

A Heartfelt Thank You: Transforming Lives Together

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...

Newsletter from EAV – June 2024

Newsletter from EAV – June 2024

Finding Hope in the Heart of Affliction: Lukas’s Journey of Faith and Renewal In 2004, Embrace a Village began its work in Deviyakurichi, a leprosy colony nestled in the rolling hills of the Salem district in Tamil Nadu. This colony became a refuge for individuals...

Bringing Hope to Perumal: Your Support Makes a Difference

Bringing Hope to Perumal: Your Support Makes a Difference

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...