The El Abrigo foundation in Cali was set up by Pastor Hendrik Hoere and his wife Teija over 25 years ago, with the purpose to educate the Bible and the principles of Jesus in a city where society is rife with murder, violence, and drug trafficking.
Colombia does not have an education system, a health system or safety nets for the poor and has a well-known history of corruption, drug trafficking, human rights abuses and armed conflict, which have all contributed to the poverty for large portions of the population.
Pastor Hendrik has shown total and constant devotion to his foundation and has brought many people to Christ in Cali. He has seen the change his church makes regardless of the constant threat; it continues to grow stronger. Pastor Hendrick quotes “The neighbourhood loves us and we count with the acceptance of everybody. We believe that we can make a difference in this area for many years to come.”
The church foundation has and continues to help change and transform lives.
 Support the El Abrigo mission
We’ll use your donations to further the work of Pastor Hendrik and El Abrigo, in helping free the people of Cali from crime and poverty.
* Your contribution goes direct to those in need; El Abrigo has no administration costs.