April Mission of the Month: Solar Oven Partners UMC

This April, we are supporting Solar Oven Partners (SOP) UMC, a ministry dedicated to improving the lives of families in the Dominican Republic, Sierra Leone, and the Four Corners Native American communities in the U.S. by providing solar ovens and education on their use.

About Solar Oven Partners:

Since its inception, SOP has distributed over 24,000 solar ovens, empowering families to cook meals and pasteurize water using the free energy of the sun. This initiative addresses critical needs by:

• Enhancing Health: Reducing exposure to smoke from open fires, which can cause respiratory and eye problems, and minimizing the risk of burns.

• Alleviating Economic Strain: Eliminating the need to purchase cooking fuels, allowing families to allocate resources toward food, education, and healthcare.

• Promoting Environmental Sustainability: Decreasing deforestation and environmental degradation caused by the collection of wood for cooking fires.

How You Can Contribute:

• Donate: Each solar oven costs approximately $200 to produce and deliver. Your financial support will help provide these life-changing tools to families in need.

• Learn More: Visit Solar Oven Partners UMC to understand more about their mission and impact.

By supporting Solar Oven Partners this month, we can help bring sustainable cooking solutions to communities, improving health, economic stability, and environmental conditions. Thank you for your generosity and commitment to making a difference.