Eli & Jackie at FedEx Ship Center in Port Morris, Bronx, NY

Bronx, NY | 12.8.18 - Today we were able to make our first shipment of school supplies to Escuela Primaria Alejandrina Ríos Benabe, Campo Sabana, Luquillo PR. We have been blessed with friendships and partnerships that have stepped up to donate materials, financially and their time to help pack the supplies with love. So far we have raised over $2000 across all efforts including the sales of our #SOMOSFAMILIA hoodies and T-shirts. 

We thank you for your support and continued prayers.  

We are looking to make a final delivery and trip to Puerto Rico in January 2019. If you wish to still order your hoodie for the holidays please visit our online store or stop by The Sanctuary Fellowship at 1469 St. Peter’s Ave., Bronx, NY 10461.  #UNYC

Bronx, NY - This time last year thousands of people were trying to figure out how to survive the aftermath of one of the most devestating natural disasters to occur on the island. Sadly, while thousands have lost their lives since, people in Puerto Rico are still struggling in areas all across the island to recover and gain access to some of life’s basic necessities.

In the fall of 2017, Puerto Rico suffered a massive and deadly hurricane that swept across and literally wiped out communities across La Isla del Encanto. Relatives, friends and any HUMAN being with a heart from around the globe were also impacted and moved to send aid anyway they could.

One local Bronx church, TSF Español El Santuario, decided they were not going to sit idly by or just “lift up prayers” for those in need, but their leaders got together and decided to give back. After all, many of their family members had been, and still are, directly affected and in need of basic necessities. With all the political nonsense delaying aid and the scandal-ridden donations by some of the nation’s largest organizations, the church planned to find a way to directly support and aid those in need. Through the common use of the US Postal Service and finding out the guidelines for shipping various types of goods, TSF Español began the #CajitasDeAmor initiative.

Collecting various donations from canned goods to toiletries, the church would gather donations weekly and sent nearly 50 boxes a week to families, schools and friends who made it their mission to find people on the island in desperate need. Through the support of the congregation, friends and local businesses, nearly 500 #CajitasDeAmor were shipped to Puerto Rico and also to Mexico where families were suffering from recent natural disasters as well.

One UNYC effort to support this initiative was the #SOMOSFAMILIA designed apparel, created to help raise funds for the items and shipping costs for the packages. #SOMOSFAMILIA (We are family) is the mantra/motto of the leadership at TSF Español where they explore what it means to be family. As a family we care for each other. We are not okay until all of our family is okay. The church encourages unity, community and love for everyone they encounter. It’s the idea that when you recognize another individual as family, then you treat them with a special kind of love, one that comes from God. With the support of graphic designer Alberto Lora, the #SOMOSFAMILIA tees and hoodie were sold at iamunyc.com and after services at TSF Español.

This fall/winter season, TSF Español has selected to adopt a school where 22 teachers support and lead the education of 205 students in Campo Sabana, Luquillo Puerto Rico. In support of the #CajitasDeAmor initiative, UNYC will be giving 100% of the proceeds from the #SOMOSFAMILIA shirts and hoodies to help order and send supplies to the school directly this Winter 2018/2019.

On average, $20 can help one student have the basic supplies he needs to get through his school day. Would you join us in supporting the education of these students in need? Visit our online store to order a shirt or hoodie today. You can also donate online at sanctuaryfellowship.org, click on the “GIVE’ tab and note #CajitasDeAmor. Thank you!

Hoodies above available for order online. Go to store section on site. Designed by Alberto Lora. 

Join Youth & Young Adults as they gather for a dynamic one-day Conference on Saturday, October 8th, 2016. Hosted at Gracepoint Gospel Fellowship in New City, NY, FUEL CONFERENCE 2016: FUEL THE SOUND will feature powerful speakers, amazing artists, breakout sessions for everyone and an awesome time of fellowship. 

In its sixth year, Fuel Conference began in New Jersey by Pastors Jacob & Tara Burgei. Along with fellow pastors and churches from around the tri-state area, the conference has sought out to encourage and empower young people and their leaders, leaving them re-fueled and ready to take on their communities for Jesus.

This year the conference will have a new stage called UNYC VOICES featuring up and coming local artists in Spoken Word, Hip-Hop, Gospel along with some special guests.  

Main Speakers include: Rich Perez, Jacob Burgei, Jordan Boyce, Gabriel Zamora & Dominique Zamora.

Lets make a SOUND that the world will hear. A SOUND proclaiming the Gospel to all. A SOUND that will bring unity. A SOUND that will change the world. FUEL THE SOUND! 

Register online at www.fuelconf.com today.