Humanitarian Projects
A sight to behold

'A sight to behold' — Rural vision project in India

By Howard Collett

LDS Philanthropies

Published: Saturday, Aug. 6, 2011

ICHODA, INDIA

When Shivudu walked into a shop in Ichoda, India, to buy a pair of dark glasses, he had no idea that his future was about to change. A young technician named Venkataramana insisted that Shivudu receive a free eye examination before purchasing any eyeglasses, prescription or otherwise. Shivudu quickly agreed — he was just a confectionary salesman with little money.

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Humanitarian Aid for Natural Disasters of Japan

In a news conference, Elder Jeffrey R. Holland of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles said, " the Church concerns for the people of Japan and has committed substantial financial aid to Japan."

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Humanitarian Services in India - Provide School Supplies for Children

Humanitarian Services in India - Provide School Supplies for Children

Grant & Linda Elsby


In April 2008, the Bangalore 3rd Branch participated in a Service Project that put together School Supplies for children attending schools through Child Care India, an orphanage in Bangalore.

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