Jenna and Jenny were the inspiration for KARC, who first stirred Bart’s heart to take action against the poverty he saw Cambodian children suffering within. KARC placed them in temporary housing until finding the best solution for their situation. Being orphans, they were decidely placed at CIO and checked regularly by KARC staff. We are […]
Smiles and Progress
Two years ago, KARC was notified about Thai and Sreyneat. They were in a very bad family situation with no parents and an abusive caregiver. KARC determined Children Improvement Org was the best option for them and transported them to their new home. Today the effect of CIO’s family, care, and education is obvious in […]
Solar Panels for the Sisters
The home that KARC rebuilt for three sisters has been updated with solar panels and moved them another step towards self-sustainability and a raised standard of living. The infrastructure in Cambodia has suffered tragically from the Khmer Rouge genocide in the 1970s. Still undeveloped, many rural areas remain without electricity. KARC aims to be a […]
Eye Surgery Successful
The oldest of the three orphaned sisters that KARC supports is thankful for her corrective eye surgery. KARC organized the donor and surgeon, it was successful and now she wears the biggest smile. She continues to live with her sisters and go to the market to work every day. +Read More About the Three Sisters
Happy Sisters Enjoy a Visit
The three sisters that KARC has supported are doing very well. A recent visit from Bart brought lots of smiles. The two youngest are advancing in school and the oldest continues to work in the market. The change in their faces and confidence is incredible to see. +Read More About the Three Sisters […]
Thai and Sreyneat
A friend of KARC sent us information about Thai and Sreyneat, who were living in his homeland. The mother died years ago in the bridge stampede in Phnom Penh and the father abandoned them shortly after. Their only caregiver was a very abusive grandfather. KARC assessed the situation and brought the children to CIO. After […]
The Story of Sana and Red Lyla
I first met Sana while visiting a free clinic run by a retired Monk in Koh Kong. Her condition was frightning! She had a huge tumor growing on the right side of her face. Her family had sold their home and motor bike to try to get care for her. The hospitals told them they […]
Twins from Sambuhr Village
These twin boys were sick and starving, near death near Sambuhr Village in Siem Reap Province. Their family was not able to care for their needs. After a hospital stay, the boys were returned to family and Bart’s dear friends Roger and Sun (the husband and wife team who run the NGO Kids Care Cambodia) […]
A Wonderful But Sad Trip
Must try to say a few words about Kids at Risk Cambodia and our last trip to Cambodia – a wonderful but sad trip. We found 4 children with cancer of the face, but we have them all in the hospital now getting the best of care. Also sad from the loss of my friend […]
Three Sisters
In one area, Bart discovered three orphaned sisters aged 14, 11 and 8 who had been living alone in a fallen down shack for 6 since their mother died. Shunned by their neighbors, they were living off the land with only pond water to drink, cooking on an open fire in the middle of the […]