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Annual Report 2013 Annual Report 2012/10~2013/09 God Is Love Throughout the years, God’s love has accompanied World Vision Taiwan as we bring hope and transformation to children and families shackled 2013 by poverty and oppression. Thank you for your continued support in Annual ReportAnnual bringing children life in all its fullness. We look forward to walking with you to all corners of the globe, spreading seeds of love and making dreams come true. World Vision International President and CEO’s Messag and CEO’s Vision International President World Contents 01 World Vision International President and CEO’s Message Board Chairperson’s Message 02 02 03 Executive Director’s Message 04 Domestic Programs 14 International Programs 24 2013 Financial Report 26 Looking Back and Giving Thanks 30 A Vision For The Future Another Kind of Taiwanese Miracle I am honored to have this opportunity to congratulate World Vision (WV) Taiwan on its 50th anniversary. You are among the most important members of our global partnership in our work to improve the well-being of children around the world. 2013 WV Taiwan’s first 50 years have been rich with history. World Vision first came to the island as a benefactor, Annual ReportAnnual lending the people of Taiwan a helping hand in their time of need. Donations from abroad poured in, assisting disadvantaged Taiwanese children. Following the economy’s meteoric rise in the 1980’s, the people of Taiwan had the capacity to fund domestic assistance on their own, and their love and generosity brought fullness of life to even more children in need. In 1990, WV Taiwan held its first 30 Hour Famine campaign. The event was a rousing success and represented a watershed moment in the organization’s fundraising efforts. Now, the Taiwanese people not only supported domestic World Vision International President and CEO’s Message and CEO’s Vision International President World relief, but also helped those in need overseas, especially disadvantaged children. Today, WV Taiwan provides assistance to 40 countries, including Taiwan. The loving support of the Taiwanese people has received praise from all over the world, and the country has become a powerful force in the field of international humanitarianism. The transformation of WV Taiwan is truly a marvelous and incredible story. Over the years, WV Taiwan has steadily developed its capabilities in providing service, fundraising, and advocacy. I trust that with the support of the people of Taiwan, these abilities will only become even more outstanding. I also commend your work in emergency relief, providing urgently needed assistance following major domestic natural disasters, including Typhoon Morakot in 2009. When disaster strikes around the world, the people of Taiwan are equally willing to extend a helping hand by generously donating money and supplies, which enable affected individuals to begin rebuilding their lives. This was especially true following the earthquake and tsunami which struck Japan on March 11, 2011. On behalf of the 230,000 children around the world who have received assistance from WV Taiwan, I would like to thank you for your generous and caring support. Because of you, children’s lives are transformed, and their families and communities find hope in the face of poverty. On WV Taiwan’s 50th anniversary, I implore each of you to continue to send your love to the places that need it most. Through the act of helping others, we can all gain satisfaction and inspiration. Kevin Jenkins, President and CEO, World Vision International 01 Enduring Love and Commitment For many in Taiwan, 2013 was a year full of changes. Director Hank Du for his 10 years of service, leading In the face of economic and political uncertainties, World Vision Taiwan throughout countless relief people felt insecure and less hopeful about the future. and fundraising efforts. At the same time, I welcome current Executive Director Benjamin Nan in joining However, for each of WV Taiwan’s sponsors, donors, the World Vision Taiwan Family and bringing change partners, volunteers, and employees, 2013 was a year of to the lives of even more impoverished children. hope, as we continued to offer our love and commitment to the well-being of children around the world. This year, I would also like to express my gratitude to those while civil war in Syria continued to spread and nearly who have received assistance from WV Taiwan over the 4.5 million children lost family members, their chance at past 50 years. Beneficiaries accepted help when they an education, or even their lives, there are still reasons were in a difficult situation, then went on to become 2013 2013 for optimism coming from the Child Friendly Spaces in self-sufficient and even give back to their communities. Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley refugee camps. Africa has faced This echoes World Vision Taiwan’s own 50 year history, Annual ReportAnnual Annual ReportAnnual numerous food crises over the years; today, millions still as the nation transformed from an aid recipient to an suffer from hunger. However, they have hope of regaining aid provider. Thank you to those who accepted our their livelihoods through the life-saving rice sent from outstretched hand during your moment of crisis. Your Taiwan and World Vision food security programs. growth and self-reliance gives our work meaning. The economic downturn has also resulted in growing As I look forward to our 50th anniversary, I know numbers of domestic emergencies and families with that there are still many areas in which WV Taiwan can Board Chairperson’s Message Chairperson’s Board Board Chairperson’s Message Chairperson’s Board special needs, which deeply impact the lives of children. improve, but such progress is not made in pursuit of With the caring support of donors, however, we can help higher honors. Instead, we want to do better because many families get through these difficult economic times. many people still living in poverty, hunger, natural The compassion of our supporters allows us, during disasters, war, and disease need us to provide faster, these changing times, to uphold more efficient assistance so that they can overcome our commitment to give children these difficulties. All of our efforts are in pursuit of in Taiwan and around the globe a fulfilling our commitment to love and support the chance at a fulfilling life. world’s children. In December of 2013, WV Thank you to all of our friends who have supported Taiwan was honored with the and believed in WV Taiwan. In this year’s annual report, Taiwan Presidential Cultural we will share with you moving stories from within 02 Award for Public Service. Taiwan and around the world that show the fruitful This honor belongs to achievements and transformations brought about each and every one through God’s leadership and people’s love. In the future, of our friends who I hope that you can continue on this path with us and has supported and witness even more life-transforming miracles! helped us over the years. Thank you for your donations to and support of Victor Kung, Chairperson, World Vision Taiwan Child Sponsorship, emergency relief, and education programs, and your participation in the 30 Hour Famine and Global Citizenship campaigns. I would like to thank former Executive Enduring Love and Commitment Footprints of Love 2013 was my first year of serving as Executive Director of WV Taiwan. My tenure got off to a quick start as I immediately embarked on a trip to Lesotho with Wu Bai, spokesperson for the 24th 30 Hour Famine. Over this past year, I visited four African countries and two nations in Asia, and each left a lasting impression. When riding in a vehicle emblazoned with the World Vision logo past villages and Area Development Programs (ADP), I would often see people standing at the side of the road smiling and waving at us. Visitors are often rare in these parts, so sometimes groups of children would run behind the car and try to catch up to us just to say hello. When we arrived at a village benefitting from World Vision’s service, residents welcomed us with rousing songs and traditional dances. What they lacked in musical instruments they made up for with the moving sincerity in their voices. When we visited the homes of beneficiary families, the children shared the freshest cheese and snacks with us, a simple but unbeatable welcome. Each of these scenes represents the whole-hearted faith and gratitude local children 2013 and residents feel towards World Vision. Over this past year, I have been moved by many stories of lives transformed. In Malawi, a single mother assisted ReportAnnual by a livelihood program was able to improve her family’s situation. As we stood outside the small grocery store she operates, the woman beamed as she told us about the joy of her new life. In a remote area of Taiwan, high school students told me that because of World Vision’s student centers, children like them who had to leave home to get an education could find a safe, inviting place to study. These homes away from home gave them the confidence to follow their dreams and pledge to give back to their families in the future. In indigenous villages receiving long-term WV Taiwan support, I heard from formerly aimless youths who, through the acceptance and counseling of our social Message Director’s Executive workers, gained the confidence and self-worth to start helping others and discover a new life. Behind every moving story are the collaborative efforts of our sponsors, donors, corporate partners, churches, and volunteers. Your trust and commitment enables each of us at WV Taiwan to channel our love and special skills to assist children in need around the world.
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