Construction projects. Pre-school screenings. Food delivery.

We consult with local Native American community leaders each year to determine which projects will benefit local residents. Our work is always guided by the needs of the children and families who have limited access to medical and social services. Each summer, we complete two week-long trips, as well as shorter trips throughout the year for medical professionals. 

Navajo Nation                                                                                        Gallup, New Mexico

Medical and developmental screenings: The medical screening team includes pediatricians/physicians, registered nurses, pulmonary tech, dentist, several pre-med/dental students as well as adult and high school volunteers. In partnership with Saint Bonaventure, our team hosts Health Fairs providing medical and dental screenings, a hot lunch, food boxes and supplies and craft activities on various remote locations on the Navajo reservation.  

Construction. In partnership with St. Bonaventure, our team provides assistance with home repairs and other vital construction projects as well as renovations to the St Bonaventure School. Many of the Navajo homes need to be rebuilt because of fire damage from the kettle stoves used to heat the homes.

Outreach. We deliver food and water to Navajo families throughout the Eastern communities of the Navajo Nation. Food is donated by the Philoptochos Society at St. George Greek Orthodox Church in Albuquerque. Water delivery is provided by appointment through St. Bonaventure Mission and Dig Deep. 

Food Pantry. Prepare food delivery boxes, work at their gardens, distribute food at the pantry and sort food donations at the Community Pantry in Gallup, NM.