Embrace a Village

“You have been my family when the world forgot me.”

“You have been my family when the world forgot me.”

In the quiet village of Deviyakurichi, a 72-year-old man named Shanmugam lives with strength that leprosy could never steal. At just 27, he was diagnosed with the disease that would change the course of his life. Over the years, his body bore its scars—his feet...

You’re Planting Hope in the Heart of Tamil Nadu

You’re Planting Hope in the Heart of Tamil Nadu

We’re so grateful for you. Because of your prayers and support, young lives like Mohanapriyan’s are being lifted out of poverty and into a future filled with promise. At just ten years old, this bright young boy from Tamil Nadu has already faced more than...

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....

Hope and Healing: Stories from Our February Visit to India

Hope and Healing: Stories from Our February Visit to India

Transforming Lives, One Act of Compassion at a Time Joe and Soman have arrived home safely after an inspiring and transformational journey through Tamil Nadu, where they visited Embrace a Village’s rehab center, hospice, and leprosy colonies. Along the way, they...

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...

A Brighter Future Begins with Hope – Gangayamma’s Story

A Brighter Future Begins with Hope – Gangayamma’s Story

As we hit the ground running in 2025, we’re reminded of the incredible impact of love, education, and hope in the lives of children who have faced unimaginable hardships. Today, we want to share Gangayamma’s story – a story of resilience, transformation, and the...

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....

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...

You Helped Kaliyappan Know He’s Not Forgotten

You Helped Kaliyappan Know He’s Not Forgotten

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...

Sabari’s Story: How Your Prayers and Support Are Changing Lives

Sabari’s Story: How Your Prayers and Support Are Changing Lives

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...

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...