Growing GIBTK: Today's Journal Entry is From our President, Robert Kalatschan

Growing GIBTK

Today's Journal Entry is From our President, Robert Kalatschan

I needed the last couple days. As GIBTK continues to grow and develop so has my responsibilities. Years ago John Scudder a board member asked me “How big do you want to get?” My response always has been the more lives we can influence the better. Still true, but more and more I recognizing the “costs” these days as I’ve been saying way too often, consists more of meetings and less actual program contacts.

Me and John when he asked that fateful question

Truth be told I admit the times have been challenging. The division in our country and yes the world. Uncertain economic times, and a growing budget. GIBTK currently has 67 full time team members. So how big do I wanna get? My answer remains the same! Yes I’m challenged on a personal level BUT it is so worth it! 

Our The Father's House

We dropped by The Fathers House, our unwed mother’s home. We have had 99 babies borned so far! Vietnam is the top few in abortions internationally! I’m not taking a stand either way but I do feel that a girl who wants to keep her baby should get too. At our home a girl can stay long enough to get an education or vocation. 

Today I was greeted by a mom. She said she’s going to the hospital today! I’m confused why is she still here, I was told  she wanted to greet our team! My answer, ok she’s seen our team now go?.

A mom who was about to give birth but held back to talk to me

Nope she insisted to stay till we left. Kelsey (our guest) and her mom began timing contractions, (I’m laughing at how i felt) the mom began at 10 min, then went down to 5! I dunno much about this stuff but i do know she needs to go! But she insisted to stay and be with guests how crazy is this type of love?.

Then she gave birth to an incredibly cute baby

Next we went to Mary’s Home, for girls under 16. Each visit their English improves. They shared stories of abandonment by their moms and dads…. Yup tears in my eyes as I type stories of abuse. But now they have a new family, GIBTK! a family that cares and DOES NOT ABANDON! These girls have dreams, from chefs, to airlines attendants to doctors and teachers! We will not give up and yes we will continue to grow and mature, ever striving to be ready for the changes in this world. 

Our beloved girls at Mary's Home

Thank you ALL for being GIBTK! Come and see for yourselves. Tell friends. Join our friendship program, a penpal type program, sponsor a single mom or one of our family of kids. To see a short video of our accomplishments thanks to all of your support and encouraging words. Click the link to our newest video.

Link: https://youtu.be/xT3LQptDFog

GIBTK is very pleased to help children in difficult circumstances as part of its mission. Become an important part of our work by contacting us at robert@givingitbacktokids.org or visiting our website: gibtk.org.

"We highly appreciate you and thank you for transforming lives"

Robert Kalatschan

Giving it Back to Kids

www.gibtk.org

robert@gibtk.org