The first parent in line for the screening was a father with a malnourished seven-month-old child. We later discovered that his wife died three weeks ago, leaving him with the sole care of six children, from seven months to seventeen years.
We focus on the first 1,000 days because that is where the ravages of malnutrition are the most severe. Children who are significantly malnourished during this critical period suffer irreparable damage to their brains.
We screen children every six months by measuring height and weight. Using WHO (World Health Organization) guidelines. Nearly two thirds of the children we evaluate are malnourished.
"Trials are blessings in disguise and hosts of angels follow in their path.” – Pierre Pradervand
Another group of volunteers have made the trek to Guatemala and back to participate in our 2018 Humanitarian Nutritour! Here are some pictures of their adventures.
The Bountiful Children's Foundation is experiencing rapid growth. With that growth have come new opportunities and challenges. We are always in need of volunteers to help us deliver on our mission.
There are many ways to serve. Please go to our volunteer page and see what exciting opportunities await. If you don't see a way to help that suits your abilities then please contact us and give us a suggestion. Maybe you will be the exact person that we didn't know we needed.
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