Is it possible for young men and women in a small village in Western Wisconsin to change the lives of thousands of children in a village in Africa? Yes, through determination, imagination and inspiration. That is exactly what the members … Continue reading
The Remembering Jesse Parker public charity is fortunate to partner with the Tomah Area School District and their Rachel’s Challenge project to encourage compassionate activities that engage our local youth. News Channel 8 WKBT, reporter Mike Thompson recently highlighted many … Continue reading
Alyssa Hutchens dreamed of traveling to Africa. From her hospital bed she shared plans with her mother to visit Uganda and the children impacted by wells built in memory of her cousin, Jesse Parker. Sadly, she lost her battle with … Continue reading
When I returned to the United States after spending nearly three weeks in Uganda, I swore I would never forget the things I saw, the people I met, and the experiences I had. I came back empowered and ready to … Continue reading
We met four year old Lamula while in a thick jungle at the bottom of a valley in Uganda. She was in a tattered pink dress kneeling over a dirty pond, collecting dirty water in a small Jerry can for … Continue reading
Nora is 14 years old and each of us who met her on our recent trip to Uganda was captivated by her beauty, tenderness and perseverance in the midst of heartache. A little more than a year ago, Nora was … Continue reading