The Opportunity of a Lifetime Program

Joan Tyson with one of the students graduating from High School through the Opportunity of a Lifetime Program

School Children in Condega, Nicaragua

Happy School Children at the Good Samaritan Elementary School in Honduras

Every Elementary Student has a Computer thanks to a Grant by the Honduran Government

Good Samaritan High School Auditorium, San Marcos de Colon, Honduras

Good Samaritan Grammar School Auditorium, Condega, Nicaragua

Founded by Bob and Joan Tyson in Honduras in 1988. 

One day in August 1987, Bob and Joan Tyson were visiting the Feed the Hungry kitchens they had built in Honduras. School was in session, but none of these children they saw around the huts were able to go to school. School means buying books, a school uniform, shoes and sometimes bus fare. They knew that without an education, these children would grow up like their parents, illiterate and poor.

Someday, if sickness did not cause their death, they would have only a hut to live in. Communist would make a bid for them because the communist use poverty to convert people to communism, promising them an easier and richer life. That day Opportunity of a Lifetime was born in their hearts and minds.

A few months later it became a reality. When a child was sponsored, they could eat and receive everything they needed to get an education. Never in their wildest imagination would they have ever dreamed that God was going to do what He did and is continuing to do throughout Honduras and Nicaragua in the Children's Programs. Many of the men that Pastor the Good Samaritan Churches were once children of the Opportunity of a Lifetime Program. How could they have ever dreamed that out of Opportunity of a Lifetime, there would be Christian Schools with thousands of students with hundreds in our Boarding School. They never planned for all of this to happen but God did.

With thousands of children in the program and hundreds of Christian workers serving God faithfully everyday, Opportunity of A Lifetime has become a driving force which has the tools to truly change the lives of children in Honduras and Nicaragua. The Great Missionary Hudson Taylor once said, "GOD'S WORK DONE GOD'S WAY WILL NOT LACK GOD'S SUPPLY"

Sponsorship Benefits:

• You can email your child anytime you like.
•  You will receive a letter from your child every two months.
• You can visit your child on one of our 20 mission trips each year.
• You can send Gifts to your child using our online store.
• You will be giving a child an Opportunity of a Lifetime by giving him or her a good education and a good meal everyday.

Sponsorship Types:

Village Student Sponsorship
($35/month required)

By participating in this unique sponsorship opportunity, you can make a significant difference in the lives of children living in rural villages. When you sponsor a child through this program, you will be supporting their education within their local public schools. Your sponsorship will contribute towards:​

• Help provide materials needed for uniforms and shoes when needed, ensuring every child has the necessary attire for school.
• Supplying essential school materials for the entire academic year.
• Pastoral supervision to check in on the child, provide spiritual guidance, and ensure their participation in community church activities.
• Monthly allowances to cover some additional school-related expenses (for HS students)

Good Samaritan Education Sponsorship
($70/month required - 1 or more sponsors)

The Empowering Education and Faith Sponsorship offers a transformative opportunity for children who are able to attend the Good Samaritan Schools. By sponsoring a child through this program, you provide them with the following benefits:
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• Enrollment in a Christian school, where they will receive education infused with a Christian worldview. They will also participate in Bible classes, weekly devotions, VBS, and retreats/camps alongside their fellow students
•  Access to a high-quality education facilitated by experienced teachers in well-maintained and hygienic facilities, such as computer labs, science labs, theater room, multifunctional auditoriums, etc., equipping them with the necessary tools and self-assurance to pursue their God-given aspirations.
•  Help provide materials for school uniforms and shoes when needed, ensuring that every child is appropriately attired for their educational journey.
• Supply of school materials for the entire academic year, guaranteeing that they have the necessary resources to excel in their studies.
• Opportunities to engage in diverse extracurricular activities encompassing the realms of arts, music, and sports, allowing them to explore their talents and interests, which help keep them away from social problems such as drugs, alcohol, etc.
• Volunteering prospects to serve within other areas of Good Samaritan Ministries, fostering a sense of community engagement and instilling the values of compassion and empathy.

Good Samaritan Education and Residence Sponsorship ($105/month required - 1 or more sponsors)

The Transformative Dormitory and School Sponsorship is designed for students who aspire to attend the GSBM School but reside too far away to commute on a daily basis. By sponsoring a student through this program, you provide them with comprehensive support, including all the benefits from the Good Samaritan Education Sponsorship listed above, as well as:
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•  Comfortable and clean living facilities equipped with a library/study room, soccer field, and basketball courts for recreational activities, fostering a conducive environment for learning and personal growth.
• Three nutritious meals per day prepared by dedicated GSBM staff, ensuring their well-being and nourishment.
• 24/7 security measures to ensure a safe and protected living environment for the students.
• Live-in supervisors responsible for the care, guidance, and well-being of the students, providing them with a supportive and nurturing living experience.
• Transportation services to and from the school, facilitating seamless access for the students (applicable for boys).
• Access to essential utilities such as electricity, purified water, internet connectivity, and more, enabling them to stay connected and engaged with the world around them.
• Exposure to a Christian environment, with Christian leaders available to provide support, guidance, and mentorship to help strengthen their faith and character.
• Weekly church attendance and dedicated dormitory devotions, allowing them to actively participate in spiritual activities as dormitory students.
• The opportunity to learn and engage in hands-on experiences through our in-house farm, involving activities such as milking cows, collecting eggs from the chicken coop, planting and harvesting crops, and more, promoting agricultural knowledge and skills and developing in them a sense of responsibility. All the agricultural activities are for their own benefit and consumption.

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