"As a teacher, talking to the children in their school was a high point. I was so glad I could visit my young friends. I'm proud of what you do."

Genevieve Cahoon—Redmond, Washington

Santa Maria della Pieta School
C.F. Aprile Primary School

Partner since: 2004
Total donated: $25,874

Amalfi Coast:

Since we first began our partnership in 2004, Grand Circle Foundation has had on the lives of the 358 children who attend Santa Maria della Pieta. Our funds of more than $24,000 have helped to provide a lab with computers and English-learning software, television and video equipment, various supplies, and furniture for the classrooms and cafeteria.

School in session:

October through late May, with closures for the Christmas and Easter holidays

Gifts to bring if you're visiting:

Crayons, pencils, and pens for coloring

Rubber letters and numbers

Any educational materials for children with special needs

Sicily:

Through our new partnership with the C.F. Aprile Primary School in the village of Corleone, we'll support a permanent photographic exhibition entitled "Corleone's Past & Present," with captions in English. The exhibition will demonstrate the evolution of the village and surrounding countryside over the years to deepen and enhance their understanding and appreciation of their habitat so they may grow to respect it and preserve it for future generations.

Our initial donation of $1000 has funded digital cameras, photo printing, lamination for captions, and other materials.

School in session:

October through late May, with closures for the Christmas and Easter holidays

Gifts to bring if you're visiting:

Maps and educational posters (geography, history, chemistry, astronomy, etc.)

Basic English books (for beginners aged 5-10)

Pencils, crayons, paints