Bob Meyer

TMG Foundation was founded in 2002 based on a vow made by businessman Gary Ringger, who committed the ultimate purpose of a new business venture in 1991 to be for “Kingdom purposes.” The proceeds from the sale of that business were used to launch orphan ministry. As a result of this alliance TMG Foundation pays all USA administrative costs for Lifesong for Orphans where Gary serves as Chairman/President of Lifesong for Orphans. This commitment assures Lifesong for Orphans donors that 100% of their donations will go directly to care for orphans and their needs.

Gary Ringger

Who is Lifesong?

• Our Mission – Bring joy and purpose to orphans

• Our Method – To mobilize the church, so each person can provide a unique and special service: some to adopt, some to care, some to give, some to go

Our Pledge – “Our Children” will have:

• No want for food, clothing, medical care, or shelter

• Fundamental Christian training and discipleship

• A quality education to provide a foundation for the future

• Continued love and support as they transition into adult living

What does that look like?

• Adoption Funding• Church Partnerships• Foster Care• Culture Changing Orphan Care

Adoption Funding:

Adoption Funding Tools

1. Direct Grants

2. Matching Grants

3. Interest-Free Loans

4. Both Hands Projects

5. Fundraising Support (gifts, donations without a grant/loan)

Church Partnerships:

Foster Care:

Orphan Care:

Bolivia:

Guatemala:

Honduras:

India:

Ukraine:

Liberia:

Zambia:

Ethiopia:

In partnership with Misgana Ministries our schools (in Ziway & Adami Tulu) are known as the best in the city. They strive for academic achievement and increased use and understanding of English, while providing two nutritious meals a day and health care. Along with providing their educational needs, we also seek to incorporate spiritual emphasis with daily prayer, Bible reading, Bible memorization, and celebrating Christian holidays such as Christmas and Easter. Our three school campuses provide education for Nursery students through Grade 7. Our hope is to not only provide education, but also share the love of Christ with students as we guide them into a hopeful future.

Is it working?

Rotary Grants with Lifesong:

3 Wells $35,000Computer Room $18,000Container Shipper $17,000Generator $15,000Farm Tractor $35,000

In Process:

High school Science Classrooms/Labs $67,000

Key Goal in Lifesong Orphan Care:

Sustainability

Ethiopia:For just $19/month, you can sponsor one of the children at the Lifesong Ethiopia schools and ensure that they get the incredible education, spiritual mentoring, training and food they need to break the cycle of poverty.

Get involved…

• Sponsor a child• Sponsor a school• Plan to visit• …• …