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The latest report from the field from Project Manager Johny Siman:
BOACO, NICARAGUA, JUNE 26: About half of the main building terrace has been filled with select material (dirt that will give solid compacting), and testing continues on the soil. We are trying to level out the area so that we can fill
evenly through the main building. Nicaraguan architect Alfredo Osorio is working on wrapping up construction documents, including structural drawings.
Our contractor dug and filled between the street terrace and the main building so we are able to expand the road if we choose. Also, on the fence line where we put dirt to hold off water, he is putting a ditch 3 meters wide by 1 meter deep
to accumulate the water coming from that land. He is running it towards the west side of the property to address drainage issues.
At this time, we are continuing to fill the streets and the parking lot with select material.
NOTE: Clinica Verde needs to raise about $140,000 more to complete clinic construction. We are urgently working to meet this goal. Please contact us if you know any supporters who may assist us in our cause!
I'd like to help!
MCC Cuts Funding to Nicaragua
The Millennium Challenge Corporation, chaired by Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, last month voted to cut the remaining $64 million in development aid to Nicaragua as retribution for President Daniel Ortega's governance
practices. The MCC suspended aid in November of 2009 following concerns over electoral fraud in municipal elections in Nicaragua, and the latest move reinforces the international organization's stand against the policies and practices of
President Ortega.
What does this mean for Clinica Verde? It increases the urgency of the work we're doing to help those living in poverty. As a non-partisan NGO, we have one goal: to aid the progress of our cherished clients, women and children in need. We
hold fast to that goal – and need your support more than ever.
You can read more here:
$64 Million in Aid Cut
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Clinica Verde is proud to announce its partnership with LimeSearch, a European search and connection company based in Amsterdam. LimeSearch will actively promote Clinica Verde through informational materials distributed to its clients.
Thank you, LimeSearch, for your interest and support of our work!
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Remember the Phelps Challenge
In November 2008, Joseph Phelps of Joseph Phelps Vineyards generously offered Clínica Verde a $150,000 matching grant challenge to help us meet our fund-raising goal to build the clinic. Help us to meet that extraordinary match.
Join the Phelps Challenge!
Did you know ...
... that you can make your donation to Clínica Verde on a recurring monthly basis through Network for Good? If you're one of those people who likes to keep things simple and efficient, but believe in a long-term commitment to your charity
of choice, this is the perfect option. Whether it's $5 a month or $50, we're so happy to have you as a part of our effort!
I'd like to make my contribution recur monthly.
Thank you for helping us bring health and hope to families in need. We really appreciate your ongoing interest in our work. If you'd like to get more involved, you can reply directly to this email. We'd love to hear from you.
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DONOR SPOTLIGHT: Laurie Claudon and Tom Clark |
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Laurie Claudon and Tom Clark have lived in the Napa Valley raising a family, growing grapes and making wine for 35 years. In addition, Laurie had a 17-year private psychotherapy practice. Today Tom and Laurie
continue to produce Clark-Claudon wines – but the best part of their life is their three, soon to be four, grandchildren. Tom and Laurie served in the Peace Corps in Latin America in 1971.
"Our first trip to Nicaragua was 9 years ago. From the moment we arrived we were struck by the consequences of severe poverty. On our return trips, we have continually been touched by the strength of the women in their efforts to provide
for their families. Yet, without a basic knowledge about nutrition and medical care or a decent medical facility, they are often at a loss.
"Clinica Verde will provide these families with another option. There, mothers will learn about healthy child care and nutrition as well as have a clean, modern and sustainable medical clinic to visit when their children are sick. In
addition, the clinic can be duplicated around the globe, even in the United States. I always remember the line; "There but by the grace of God go I." We are so fortunate to live where we do. It feels wonderful and necessary to help those
who are not so lucky."
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Support Our Cause, One Purchase at a Time |
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Clinica Verde has joined with Capital One to offer a special credit card to benefit our cause. With each purchase you make, 1% will be automatically donated to Clinica Verde. Plus, Capital One will donate $25 after
you make your first purchase.
Apply now to tap into another way to support our efforts to bring health and hope to families in need!
I'd like to apply for a Clinica Verde/Capital One credit card.
Clínica Verde Board of Directors
Susan Dix Lyons, Chair
Peter Stanley, Vice-Chair
Donald E. Farrar, Treasurer
Dr. Mary Huber, Secretary
Dr. Tim Lyons
Kenneth B. Weeman Jr.
Bill Bylund
Cristiana Chamorro
Dr. Ramiro Lopez
Dr. Elquis Castillo
Margarita Gurdian
Rafael Rios
Advisors to the Board
Dennis de Vreede
Dr. Robert Moore
Dr. Gabriela Bermudez
Megan Gavin
Kate Pett
Simon Sadler
Dr. Armando Incer
Johnny Sordo
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