The Martin de Porres Society
of Savannah
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The mission of the Martin de Porres Society is to enrich the lives of children and families through education and social activities.
The Martin de Porres Society was founded in 1986 by Dr. George and Yolanda S. Negron. The organization is a non-profit corporation, qualified under Section 501 (c) (3) of the IRS code.
The namesake of the Society is Martin de Porres who was born in Lima, Peru in 1579: an outcast who developed a love and compassion for the poor. He established an orphanage and outreach facilities in Lima that are in use today.
The Martin de Porres Society of Savannah evolved slowly, beginning in 1986 with a Thanksgiving dinner for 25 underprivileged children. It now serves meals to thousands of needy children and their families at Christmas, Thanksgiving, at school-related programs, and other special days throughout the year.
The food and gifts are obviously important to the children: but the more important purpose is to provide its young participants with a sense of hope, love, and guidance through their contact with dedicated adults, both young and old.
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