Thailand Orphanage
LETTER FROM OUR FOUNDER
Some 15 years ago during my business travels I saw hunger, homelessness and despair and decided to do something about it.
I made a life changing decision to retire from my executive life to enable me to work with some close colleagues to create an organization that focused on Delivering Better Lives, and that then became our name. We knew that by Delivering Better Lives to those in need, that we were at the same time Delivering Better Lives to ourselves and others who we knew would work with us.
2024
LA SKID ROW
MIDNIGHT MISSION WOMEN’S CENTER
PATIO RENOVATION
We are thrilled to announce the completion of the Women's Center patio renovation project at LA's Skid Row Midnight Mission complex - transitional safe-space housing program for 48 women, providing these traumatized women with transitional housing. Now they will have a comfortable, clean, and safe area to sit outside.
We are grateful to our corporate partner Expo Freight Limited (EFL) for their financial support to sponsor this worthy project. At DBL we firmly believe that every person deserves dignified access to basic needs; including safe housing, healthy food, basic healthcare and education. Are you ready to make a difference in your own community? Partner with us and learn how to Deliver Better Lives!
2023
Every Action Matters
Embracing a journey of gratitude, Delivering Better Lives reflects on a remarkable collaboration that unfolded in partnership with GLT Logistics, proving that hashtag#EveryActionMatters has a profound impact on our world. This past year, Last year, we had the opportunity to team up with GLT for a transformative initiative: a makeover for one of the homes at the His House Children's Home, providing solace for foster care children.
The culmination of our efforts transpired during the Customer Appreciation Event, where festive moments seamlessly intertwined with acts of kindness. Graciously receiving gifts and essentials, we illuminated the Christmas season for the children in the foundation. Fueled by an unwavering sense of purpose, Delivering Better Lives is not merely creating ripples but making waves within our local community, striving for a truly meaningful impact.
This journey embodies the spirit of Community Impact, Every Action Matters, and stands as a testament to our gratitude and commitment as Experience Makers.
2023
BIKE-A-THON FUNDRAISING
Supporting Wheels for Workers in Buffalo!
Delivering Better Lives extends its heartfelt gratitude to all supporters who made the #wheelsforworkers campaign a resounding success! Accomplishing a remarkable feat, we are proud to announce that a total of $4,250 has been raised, alongside an impressive 1,228 miles covered in support of #wheelsforworkers716.
This achievement represents a collaborative effort, and we are pleased to report that the $4,250 raised serves as a matching contribution to W4W's efforts. This means that a significant impact will be made on the lives of 300 newly arrived refugees in Buffalo, New York. Each individual will receive a refurbished bike, along with essential accessories such as a lock and a helmet.
Delivering Better Lives acknowledges and appreciates the generosity of all those who supported this cause. It is through your contributions that we can make a tangible difference in the lives of others. Together, we are creating positive change and providing meaningful assistance to those in need. Thank you all for your unwavering support and commitment to making a lasting impact on the community.
2023
The Al Nasreyyeh School Project - Jordan
The Al Jizah District, located approximately 35 kilometers south of Amman, has long been neglected and in need of significant improvements. With a population of 130,000 residents, the area faces unique challenges, including large family sizes averaging seven members due to polygamy and cultural factors related to early marriage. However, a series of ambitious projects are now underway to uplift and upgrade this underserved community.
We are thrilled to share an incredible story of transformation brought about by the collaborative efforts of dedicated individuals and the generosity of donors. Together, we are Delivering Better Lives and building a brighter future. Let's dive into the culmination of the Al Nasreyyeh School project in Jordan.
The Al Nasreyyeh School project in Jordan has undergone a remarkable makeover, thanks to the unwavering commitment of all those involved. Here are some of the significant improvements that have taken place:
•Water pipes maintenance.
•New water tank.
• Paint (inside and outside).
• New classroom doors and windows.
• Shades for the playground area.
• New fans inside classrooms.
• New curtains inside classrooms.
• Bathroom maintenance.
• Filters for drinking water.
• Microphone and speakers.
• Electric school bell.
• 4 new large whiteboards.
• Playground maintenance including new swings and slides.
• 2 new printers.
The project was made possible thanks to the collaboration of Maydan, an organization established in Jordan by former UTi employees. Once again, great job team!
2023
All Ears Cambodia
Thanks to your continued support, we were able to impact the lives of thousands by providing better access to health care, like in Cambodia, with the Advancing Oto-Audiology Project and the Northern Cambodia Project, where we collaborate with All Ears Cambodia an NGO that works to address hearing-related problems.
The funds provided by Delivering Better Lives, which has allowed the purchase of essential medical equipment, have significantly strengthened the services of the ENT Department at Calmette Hospital in Phnom Penh. It has provided invaluable support for the essential technical resources required for all three aspects of the project – for clinical and training needs. In doing so, your support has provided considerable scope for the development of Otology and audiology services. In pursuit of medical excellence, we have built upon existing resources, to ensure that essential health services are made available for those in need. In doing so, we have begun to
Provide a very positive and sustainable difference to the quality of life of those suffering with ear disease and hearing loss.
The project has had a positive impact on a number of global sustainable development goals (SDGs), as a specialist health service provider countering the disabling effects of ear disease and hearing loss, and with the complementary component of continuing professional development of staff (male and female) working in health.
2023
THE SEWING TRAINING PROJECT FOR WOMEN OF MATINDI
HAS BEEN LAUNCHED
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Matindi is located in a very disadvantaged area and the families have subsistence farming as their main livelihood. Families face widespread poverty due to their dependence on agriculture, which is sometimes not as fruitful as they expect due to weather conditions, pests, etc.
With this training program, the women will gain a new skill that will help them earn a stable income to take care of their families and will give them great self-confidence, increasing their self-esteem and psychological well-being. Our approach is to provide training courses for them to learn to sew.
Due to the weather, the construction of the classroom has been delayed, but classes have already started and it has been great. Delivering Better Lives, Europe & The Middle East has supplied sewing machines. With the help of "Amigos de Sierra Leona", the women of Matindi are learning a new skill that will help them establish their own businesses to support their families and community.
We believe that a project like this is essential to reduce the poverty and inequality suffered by these women, while also granting them a certain economic independence.
2023
Lunar New Year gifts for children in Vietnam
Special treats brought smiles to kids in Vietnam!
We are so thankful to our Project Manager Thao Huynh who recently visited the Social Work and Re-Educations Center in Vietnam with a great surprise for its students. The kids were so excited to receive their gift package with delicious snacks to brighten their day.
2022
School rehabilitation at urban areas
This project aims to rehabilitate one school in Jizah district, provide the schools with needed furniture to accommodate classes, and rehabilitate the WASH facilities, targeting child's school (primary and middle) in the age group of 6–15 year.
According to the registered number of students in the Ministry of education, the schools benefit 120 students and 12 teachers,
2022
STEM LAB
INDIA
DBL is thrilled to announce our latest project in collaboration with Youth For Seva, a nonprofit organization located in Bangalore, India!
The right to an education for disadvantaged communities worldwide has always acted as one of the pillars at the root of what our organization stands for. In the past, we have partnered with YFS in order to provide funding towards the refurbishment of a rural elementary school, we are proud to continue our outreach through our latest STEM project.
The recently awarded funds presented by DBL will aid YFS with the completion of The STEM Project. The project targets impoverish rural youth with exposure to science, and technology. In this opportunity we have provided the means for the Acquisition of TechnoBot kits, DIY kits, paper airplane kits and properly configured laptops.
Your donation can make more of a difference than ever, for projects like this one and many others, through our Two for 2022 match campaign Every dollar donated is doubled!
2022
NEW PROJECT
ALDIMI SHELTER
LIMA, PERU
We are thrilled to announce the completion of our latest project at the Albergue Aldimi - Hostel in Peru.
Thanks to your generous support, we have successfully remodeled and fully equipped two rooms, a neuropathy bathroom, and a laundry center on the terrace. These new accommodations will be for the exclusive use of patients with Bone Marrow Transplantation as they navigate through their recovery, along with family members joining them for their personal care.
Thanks to your giving we can continue Delivering Better Lives through projects like this one and many others to come. Remember that all donations made in 2022 will be matched dollar-for-dollar!
2022
Vietnam
Green House project for The Natural Medicine Center
We are excited to share the completion of the Green House project for The Natural Medicine Center in Vietnam, a medicinal plant treatment and drying room.
The facility treats an estimated 7000 patients free of charge with natural medicines that they produce themselves.
Medicinal plants are currently dried on the ground and The Green House will protect and increase their production, especially in the rainy season.
2021
Colombia
"Aula de Paz" Colombia
Young girls now are enjoying the "Sala de Paz” (Room of Peace) in Casa de La Chinca - Colombia.
The project includes a therapeutic space for 50 young girls and the kitchen and dining area roof repair. Together we have built a safe and nurturing environment for the youth residing in this special program.
We are delighted to announce that we have completed the construction of the warehouse for
2021
Thailand
Restoring the Boys Home in Ratchaburi
In 2019 DBL funded and managed the construction of the home for teenage boys at the Lorenzo’s location.
After the heavy monsoon rains damaged the home's foundation, in 2021 we were able to begin restoring Boys Home.
We are excited to share the completion of the Ratchaburi Home for Boys project in Thailand. The residents now have a flood-proof house with a new kitchen.
DBL believes that all people on this earth have the right to a roof over their heads.
This is made possible through the support of faithful donors and volunteers.
2021
Jordan
The Jordan Valley Project
Al Shouna Al Janoubieh
Being able to have a positive impact on children's lives is a blessing. We are excited to share the Jordan Valley project - Al Shouna Al Janoubieh. This beautiful playground will offer kids from the local community a safe area to play for years to come.
The project was made possible thanks to the collaboration of Maydan, an organization established in Jordan by former UTi employees. Once again, great job team!
DBL partner with Prodalim
Prodalim is one of the world leaders in supplying natural fruit base raw materials and other services and solutions for the global food and beverage industry.
Prodalim worldwide spread will enable us to reach, touch, and provide real value and a better life for communities around the world.
We are excited to partner with Prodalim Group and believe in the readiness and great contribution of Prodalim to the various projects we plan to do together around the world.
Partnering together with Prodalim provides us the opportunity not only as an organization but also as individuals to contribute and bring back to the different communities and begin a new journey of positive impacts.
Welcome aboard
Dr. Ron Glickman
We are pleased to announce a new member of the Board of Directors, Dr. Ron Glickman. Ron is a seasoned business executive with a proven track record for developing high potential talent and motivating culturally diverse teams to deliver breakthrough results. He is currently the CIO at Trader Joe’s Company and an Adjunct Professor at Cal State LA, where he teaches leadership courses for the Colleges of Business and Economics and Professional and Global Education.
Dr. Glickman holds a BBA from National University, an MBA from the University of Southern California, and an Ed. D from the Charter College of Education at Cal State, LA. His research focused on curriculum and pedagogy considerations for connecting personal growth and leadership development.
We are very excited that Ron has joined our board and look forward to the great impact he will make as we together deliver better lives to those in need.
THIS IS HOW WE START 2021
5 new projects approved In 4 continents
After delivering 11 projects in a Covid filled 2020, "Delivering better lives" begin this new year with 5 new projects approved in 4 continents!
2021
Sierra Leone
After School Club Project
Once again, DBL collaborates with NGO, "Amigos de Sierra Leona" in Sierra Leone, Africa. The home provides a safe and loving home for orphans, offers quality education to the less fortunate and medical care to those in need. DBL is proud to approve funding in support of the "After School Club Project". This program will benefit 147 children from 4 to 12 years old. Education and support services for children are more important than ever. Your support will deliver better lives to those in need.
It well on its way!
We are very excited to share that the first phase of a multi-function space and playground in Matindi (Sierra Leone)
The fruit of love is service which is compassion in action
- Mother Teresa -
2020
Delivering Better Lives
Improves technology for kids in Foster Care
We are pleased to announce the Project Connecting Foster Youth with the goal of improving technology for the children of His House Children's Home in Miami. Now, foster youth will have improved and consistent access to the internet, which is critical for digital learning, as well as thermal cameras as a safety measure against COVID-19.
It's a pleasure for all of us to help the children at His House during these challenging times. The grant will fund technology advancements that will enhance connectivity for remote learning at His House. It will also fund the installation of Access Control Thermal Cameras, an additional safety measure to the existing COVID-19 prevention protocol at His House. This wonderful project hit on all three areas of focus for the Delivering Better Lives: Education, Health and Community Infrastructure.
2020
Delivering Better Lives to the
NEW IMAGE EMERGENCY SHELTER
Who has the noble mission to decrease and prevent homelessness throughout Los Angeles County by providing comprehensive Case Management and Supportive Services, housing, job search and placement, outreach, and referral services.
Spain - 2020
Charitable Institution
Hermanitas de los Pobres (Little Sisters of the Poor)
Under the current COVID 19 pandemic that impacts with greater hardness on elderly people who living in residences, we (DBL) contacted the Little Sisters of the Poor Institution as we thought they would be working under very difficult conditions. We confirmed that they had a considerable number of support health personnel at home due to COVID19 so they had to manage the support to the residents by themselves and a few support people and volunteers.
They asked us to support them with an additional crane, to allow them to move these old people. Due to the urgent circumstances, we immediately order the device that has been delivered at the San Luis Residence last March 31st.
This is the second crane donated to this Institution (As people get older, they need more and more equipment to help them to move elderly people who have difficulties to move by themselves).
They have in Spain several houses (residences). In Madrid there are two locations. They take care of approximately 100 people in each location. We have also managed support on cleaning materials (bleach, ammonia, detergent, etc...) donated by a Company based in Madrid.