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Each year The Shalom Foundation serves hundreds of individuals and touches the lives of thousands of people living right here in our own community. Through our program of service to children we are also changing the lives of people living in our local area. These volunteers and donors work in Guatemala to build homes, to repair Shalom School or to treat children suffering from serious health conditions. Their lives are transformed, their faith is rejuvenated, and their commitment to serving their neighbors here at home is rekindled.
The work of The Shalom Foundation reaches into all areas of our local community-- our business community -- the music industry, restaurant and hospitality industry, the medical and education communities, the construction and real estate industries, our local church community and more.
“We believe the work we are doing is important, to serve children who literally have nothing, no services, who live with chronic malnutrition with no hope. We’re changing lives here while changing the lives of needy children.” Steve Moore, member, CMA Board of Directors and chairman, The Shalom Foundation.
“My introduction to mission work in Guatemala came through participation in a trip to Guatemala City in 1996. I was part of a construction team helping build a sanctuary for the Shalom Church… I was pleased to hear of the creation of The Shalom Foundation. I strongly advocate the support of this charitable work and plan to continue my own participation in the future.” Pastor Jim Harvey, West Franklin Baptist Church.
“These medical trips are literally life-changing for these children. It changed my life too.” Ira Landsman, Chief, Department of Pediatric Anesthesia, Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt
“We were so touched by these gentle children and their families. We are already planning our next trip back. The needs of these children are truly overwhelming. This trip was one of the most important experiences of my year,” Dr. Shelagh Cofer, surgeon with Children’s Hospital
“These medical missions trips transform the lives of doctors and nurses. They return to Nashville rejuvenated, ready to serve our community with even greater compassion and love for medicine. This was my second trip with The Shalom Foundation.” said Dr. Steven Goudy, surgeon with Children’s Hospital.
“The kids who need our help are the winners, but I win too. We’re just having a good time serving a good purpose with DiningStars to help raise needed dollars,” Kevin Wirt, General Manager, Carl Black Chevrolet
“Thanks to the outstanding work of The Shalom Foundation, there is a way to turn our good intentions into good deeds. Belmont University’s Gordon E. Inman College of Health Sciences is thankful that Shalom is paving the way for us to bring top-quality healthcare to the needy of Guatemala.” Dr. Todd L. Lake, Vice President for Spiritual Development, Belmont University
