SonLight Power: What We Do
SonLight Power makes an immediate and lasting impact for the poorest people in Central and South America as well as Africa. Most live in areas with no supply of affordable electricity which hinders the quality of their medical care, obstructs education for their children and simply makes everyday life even more challenging.
Using solar panel technology and volunteer work teams, SonLight Power connects orphanages, medical clinics, schools and churches to a 30 year supply of electricity. This sustainable power source releases children who work in the fields during the day to get an education in the evening after dark. It provides refrigeration to store medications at clinics in remote locations. SonLight Power systems power lighting so the orphanage cook can prepare breakfast for 100 children before sunrise or simply run a fan to create a refreshing breeze on a 110 degree day.
Taking Light Into Darkness
We have found that people who live off the electrical grid are not only poor monetarily, but are also poor in spirit. They have lost hope. Lost hope in their fellow man. And often, lost hope in God. These are some of the most spiritually dark places in the world. The work teams from SonLight Power bring them hope. Our presence in traveling to their location is a physical reminder that God loves them. The installation of the solar panel system gives SonLight Power team members the opportunity to share the Good News of Jesus's love as the reason that we are there.
SonLight Power's efforts are coordinated through established contacts inside each country that are already working with the local church. Our efforts bring the church valuable credibility with their community and enhance their opportunity to share the Good News.
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Upcoming Event:
You're Invited!: SonLight Power 10th Anniversary Celebration Dinner
How to Attend: Reserve seats and tables online at www.SonLightPower.org/RSVP
When: Sunday, February 12th, 2012
Time: Registration & Reception begin at 5:00 pm.
Where: Cincinnati Marriott North at Union Centre
Address: 6189 Muhlhauser Road, West Chester, OH 45069
Why: It's a great time for a great cause. Join us in celebrating 10 years of sustainable impact on tens of thousands of lives worldwide through 100+ solar projects. Special guests, silent auction, and much more.
Want to see our invitation?: Click here.
SonLight Power featured in Chuck Colson's BreakPoint Commentary on Renewable Energy and the Poor - Stewardship in Action
January 3, 2012
Did you know that going "green" can also be an effective way to help the poor? I'll be the first to admit that the term "green" is overused and often exploited on the part of many groups to tout silly - even anti-human - agendas. And that's a shame.
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SonLight Power featured in The Christian Post: Christians Help the Poor With Renewable Energy
January 10, 2012
A new wave of Christian ministries are answering the call to good stewardship and breaking down stereotypes with renewable energy initiatives.
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