“Small things done with great love will change the world.”  — Mother Teresa 

Hello Tribe Rising Family,

It’s hard to believe we are already nearing the end of another year. This season of gratitude, giving and hope reflects every season at St. Xavier’s School Gurap—thanks to each of you.

By now, you have received our year-end appeal. 2025 has been a banner year for Tribe Rising, and we hope to finish strong. As many of you know, what we now call the annual appeal serves as the umbrella for both student scholarships (historically a year-end request as the new school year begins in January) and all of the operating needs and daily expenses of our school.

We know that the needs of many organizations are especially significant this year, and we thank you in advance for holding Tribe Rising in your hearts as you consider your year-end giving. As of today, we are just $48,000 away from our goal. Still one of the best holiday bargains you’ll encounter, you can gift a life-changing student scholarship for just $41/month or $492/year.

We couldn’t keep love winning without you—our loyal and committed donors. Thank you! Deep gratitude also goes to our partners on the ground, who make everything seem effortless when, in truth, they work tirelessly every day to bring Gurap’s students the best possible resources and support to help each child thrive.

Our thanks extend as well to our hard-working Board, our transformative gala committee, our intern and our many generous volunteers and partners behind the scenes.

Change is happening today because of the countless efforts of so many of you who have championed this work. And change will continue tomorrow, as our students go out into the world—armed with the fruits of your generosity—to build a more prosperous, more compassionate and more equitable world for us all.

Happy Thanksgiving to you and all your loved ones. May the joy of gathering with family and friends fill your hearts.

Aima sarhau! With deep gratitude,
Annette