At 63, Dhanapal has faced a lifetime of challenges brought on by leprosy. Once an active and respected man in his small village in Tiruvallur district, his world changed when the first signs of the disease appeared. What began as small wounds turned into painful...
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...
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...
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...
Thankaraj's Journey of Faith and Friendship Today we get to share an incredible story of transformation and hope that has been made possible through your generous support of Embrace a Village and the intentional love of God! Let me introduce you to Thankaraj, a...
Jay’s 10 year journey! Jay’s journey is a testament to the incredible power of resilience and the transformative impact of love and care. Once abandoned and left to suffer alone, Jay’s life seemed to spiral into darkness. The weight of leprosy burdened him physically,...
Medical packets are saving lives! We wanted to take a moment to share with you the work and care that goes into providing the medical care those we serve desperately need, especially in remote villages. Anyone can contract leprosy, and unfortunately, there is still a...
From Trauma to Joy: the transformative power of God’s love for leprosy patients. Jaipunisha's story is one filled with heartache, pain, and loneliness. At the young age of 25, she was diagnosed with leprosy, one of the most stigmatized diseases in the world. Her...
How EAV shows love and support around India… It is an honor to see our services grow since we began in 2003, when we supported five colonies. Today, we serve in more than 35 colonies throughout Tamil Nadu, with a vision to expand hope, healing, and practical support...
We hope you’ve had a beautifully special week with your family and loved ones! Our hearts are full of thanks and love for each of you. Our ministry and impact here in India exist because of your support, advocacy, and prayers. Thank you! As we pass on your support to...
She needed help, and EAV showed up. We get to meet some incredible people through our ministry in India. Our friend Subbamma has been an honor to know and serve. Subbamma, 56 years old, is a beautifully joyful woman living with her daughter in Thiruvalur district of...
A little help goes a long way. We are often humbled by the people we get to serve and care for through the Embrace a Village mission. They have seen the world at its worst and know pain intimately. It is a privilege to come alongside them and be an example of light...