No fees are charged for the activities. Sister Mary has raised money for the Centre singlehandedly. She relies on the generosity of friends ans those who hear, by word of mouth, about the Centre, and a few small funding requests. Each month the question of the running expenses of salaries and equipment comes up and each month some unexpected gift arrives. Sister's thank you comes from the smiles on the faces of the youth, the joy of seeing a physically challenged person ride out of the Center on a brand new hand-driver bicycle and the sense of relief that the basket weavers experience when something is sold.
Youth truly are the backbone of the nation.
This can be an overwhelming thought in the context of poverty and lack of opportunity. A place to go, a place to be, a place to relax and a place to better oneself is a light shining in the midst of darkness. Hope in the Youth Centre is such a place. This project is run by the Maryknoll Sisters. If you wish to make a donation to this project, your gift will be a sign of hope .