Country: Syria
Repair Dilapidated Restrooms at a Vital Youth Center – #782
The Salesians in Kafroun, Syria are looking to renovate the dilapidated bathroom facilities at the Don Bosco Monastery and Center – a vital gathering place that serves the educational and spiritual needs of more than 2,000 children and young people each year. In the 30 years since the Center was built, the bathroom facilities have…
INT’L DAY OF HAPPINESS: Salesian Missions highlights programs that educate and empower youth
Goal is for youth to live healthier, happier lives. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (March 20, 2026) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins humanitarian organizations and countries around the globe in celebrating International Day of Happiness, which falls each year on March 20. In 2011, the United Nations General Assembly…
INT’L DAY AGAINST THE USE OF CHILD SOLDIERS: Salesians educate and provide psycho-social support for former child soldiers
Youth gain a chance at a better life. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Feb 12, 2026) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins humanitarian organizations and the international community in honoring Feb. 12 as Red Hand Day, also known as the International Day Against the Use of Child Soldiers. The day…
CATHOLIC WORLD DAY OF PEACE: Salesian Missions highlights programs that lead to peaceful environments
Programs address social, economic needs of youth. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Jan. 1, 2026) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins Catholic organizations around the globe in honoring the Catholic World Day of Peace. Every year on Jan. 1, the Pope marks the day with a special message inviting all…
WORLD CHILDREN’S DAY: Salesian Missions highlights educational and social programs that empower youth
Salesian Missions’ work honors this special day year round. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Nov. 20, 2025) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins humanitarian organizations and countries around the globe in recognizing World Children’s Day. Celebrated each year on Nov. 20, the day was established in 1954 to promote international…
A Sense of Normalcy for At-Risk Youth in Syria
Amid the turmoil and danger that plague Syria, our missionaries are providing programs and activities that offer children a sense of normalcy. For 2,200 young people struggling to cope with the chaos that surrounds them, these …
Caring for Orphaned Children in Syria
Thanks to the sincere kindness of friends like you, we’re able to provide support for two orphanages in Aleppo, Syria. These homes are safe havens that give vulnerable children a sense of stability, love and protection in a region …
SYRIA: Orphan Project brings support, joy to children thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions
Children at 2 orphanages access counseling, participate in activities. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Aug. 25, 2025) Salesians were able to help support children at two orphanages in Aleppo, Syria*, thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco. Both an Armenian orphanage housing 30 children and a Muslim…
Hope for Children Amid Unrest in Syria
At a time when families are struggling amid turmoil and unrest in Syria*, the Salesian Center in Aleppo is bringing hope, opportunity – and a sense of normalcy. That’s because the Center offers a safe place where children can continue to learn while engaging in recreational activities with their friends. The situation in Syria has…
INT’L DAY AGAINST THE USE OF CHILD SOLDIERS: Salesian Missions highlights support for former child soldiers
Salesians work with former child soldiers to overcome trauma, reintegrate into society. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Feb. 12, 2025) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins humanitarian organizations and the international community in honoring Feb. 12 as Red Hand Day, also known as the International Day Against the Use of…