As we approach the end of 2013, we thank you for your warm and consistent support. The impact of Share and Care (SCF) programs accelerating social and economic change in India is built on your compassion and generosity.

In 2013, SCF made great strides in nurturing focused programs. Consistent performance of Educate 2 Graduate (E2G) and Educate 2 Success (E2S) programs reaffirmed that the poorest of the poor have the intelligence, skills, and motivation to rise out of poverty, if given the opportunity and access to equitable resources. This highlights the opportunity to improve the plight of marginalized children and youth. We staunchly believe that access to resources is not a privilege limited to a few fortunate individuals. Our goal is to increase support to our Signature Programs whose impact is measured, consistently proven, and scalable.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS from the entire Share and Care Foundation board, executives, staff, and volunteers who could not have worked without your trust, support, and critical thinking. In the spirit of giving, and as an important member of this dynamic community, please consider a gift of $100 or more TODAY. Every gift matters and your support will play a critical role in the extension of SCF programs and their success.

With best wishes in the year ahead.

In the words of Sharmila Dube:

"I am that girl from a family whose mother, grandmother, or aunts cannot even write their own name. When I read Ramayan, to my grandmother, she always cries. I cannot even express her happiness when she sees me read. I am the first girl of my family, who can identify the printed words of a book not by its color, but can also read and understand its meaning. You have lighted a lamp of knowledge for me and I assure you that with this lamp I will try to bring similar light into the darkened lives of others."

This is the joy that Sharmila Dube expressed about her accomplishments in school. Sharmila recently graduated, her education sponsored by Share and Care Foundation.

Highlights and significant milestones of some of our major programs in 2013:

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