Copprome Orphanage
Copprome Orphanage (est. 1989) is a Catholic orphanage in El Progreso, Honduras.Copprome orphanage is a home of last resort for Honduran children who need a SafeHaven | It provides food, shelter, and education to over 40 orphans, both boys and girls ranging from 2–17 years old. Copprome Orphanage was founded in 1989 by Sister Teresita Gonzalez and the citizens of El Progreso.
Copprome Orphanage has seen fundraising efforts by people from the United States.[1] Charlie Proctor, from Durham, Connecticut, raised over $20,000 and created an ongoing foundation to help the orphanage.[2][3]
References
- ^ Hewon Yook (May 2008). "Orphan Lessons". Teen Ink Vol.19 Issue 9, p.11. Archived from the original on 2013-10-20. Retrieved October 19, 2013.
- ^ Pamela McLoughlin (September 8, 2012). "Durham teen's efforts bolster education for children in Honduras". New Haven Register. Retrieved October 19, 2013.
- ^ Michael T. Lyle Jr. (October 11, 2013). "Golf tourney in Durham to help Honduran kids go to school". The Middletown Press. Retrieved October 19, 2013.
External links
- Copprome Orphanage, official website