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08/15/2025

✨Meet Sammy & Ruth✨

This wonderful couple took a leap of faith in 2024 to move to Southeast Asia to begin working with unreached people groups.

They have been working with ginger farmers to develop an agricultural based business to help support their outreach in the community.

Also in 2024, Sammy and Ruth welcomed their first child into the world. They have recently purchased their first car for better transportation, since they were only traveling by motor bike before hand.

With the addition to their family, and the purchase of a vehicle, Sammy and Ruth are looking to build up their support and we think that you could help!

Give A Dollar, Raise A Dollar is sending out word of Sammy and Ruth to help them gather monthly supporters that would be willing to come along side them in their adventure!

If you are wanting to help Sammy, Ruth, and their precious child, go to giveandraise.org and give to "Partners Across Cultures", notating "Sammy & Ruth"!

Let's help those who are helping others across the world!

08/14/2025

✨AEVAN BOUTWELL UPDATE✨

Aevan has been in the hospital for a little over a month and each day seems to be a step in the right direction!

Aevan has had her first full week of daily physical, occupational and speech therapy sessions. Each one daily, except weekends, is 30-60 minutes depending on her stamina. Physical therapy focuses on her strength. Occupational therapy works on areas to help her return to daily life, like typing for school. Speech therapy currently focuses on improving her swallowing muscles.

Although there are no surgeries currently scheduled, the doctors have continued to run tests to see what the best continued course of action is for removal. No matter what, prayers are for the complete removal of this tumor.

In preparation to getting back in the groove of things, the Boutwell's have been meeting with Aevan's school administrators to help figure out a course of action for her classes this year. This also includes her dual credit classes with University of Texas at Arlington.

Give A Dollar, Raise A Dollar continues to pray for Aevan's speedy recovery and successful transition back into her every day life!

If you wish to support the Boutwell's during this transitional period, you can learn more about their story at giveandraise.org.

08/13/2025

✨GADRAD AUGUST SPOTLIGHT✨

We have a very near & dear organization at this month's spotlight for Give A Dollar, Raise A Dollar!

Partners Across Cultures is non-profit organization that gives administrative help to individuals, families, and groups that want to encounter different cultures!

Since 2005, PAC has led multiple trips to various countries to give people meaningful cross-cultural experiences to build understanding and break down stereotypes.

To find out more about Partners Across Cultures, head to giveandraise.org!

07/29/2025

🙏 Aevan Boutwell Update – July 27 🙏

Last Thursday, Aevan underwent two important procedures that went smoothly. She’s still in the ICU, but breathing more comfortably and growing more alert each day.

After nearly three weeks in the hospital, the Boutwells are understandably tired—but their hope and faith remain strong.

This week, Aevan is expected to move to a special recovery floor where she and her family will begin preparing for life at home. She’ll continue receiving therapies and learning to adjust step by step.

“We’re grateful she’s so communicative… but she’s ready for more freedom.”

Please continue to pray for:
– A smooth transition out of ICU
– Renewed strength for the whole family
– Wisdom for next steps in school and recovery

💙 Support the Boutwells financially:
https://giveandraise.org
📌 Note: Support for the Boutwell Family

Every prayer matters. Every gift makes a difference.

07/24/2025

🙏 Aevan Boutwell Update – July 24 🙏

This week has brought a mix of progress and new challenges for Aevan, but she continues to face each step with strength and courage.

She recently experienced a meaningful milestone in her recovery—and today, she’ll undergo an procedures that will help her breathe more freely and support her healing journey.

Her care team is taking things one day at a time, and so is her family—rooted in faith and deeply thankful for your continued love, support, and prayers.

“She is doing well and looking forward to breathing better.”

Please keep praying for:
– A successful and peaceful day of procedures
– Strength and encouragement for Aevan
– Wisdom for her doctors and care team
– Rest and resilience for her family

🎁 Want to learn more or help support the Boutwells?
Visit: https://giveandraise.org
📌 Be sure to note: Support for the Boutwell Family

Every prayer counts. Every gift matters.

An Opportunity to Give Where Needs Are Great

07/21/2025

🙏 Aevan Boutwell Update – July 18 🙏

Aevan underwent a 21-hour surgery on July 17 and is now stable in the ICU. She’s intubated but responsive—communicating non-verbally and answering yes/no questions. 🙌

The doctors believe they removed 50% or more of the tumor, though an MRI will confirm. The tumor was more connected to her brain stem than expected, but two key nerves they were concerned about remain intact.

A larger portion of the tumor was sent to the lab for more answers, and her recovery process will be slow and careful—just as before.

“We’re continually grateful for the Lord’s provision of wonderful staff and doctors here at the hospital.”

Please keep praying for full healing, peace, and strength. 💙

🎁 Give here: https://giveandraise.org
📌 Note: Support for the Boutwell Family

07/18/2025

🤝 No Middleman. Just a Movement. 🤝

At Give A Dollar, Raise A Dollar, we don’t take a cut.
We don’t process donations.
And we don’t collect a single cent.

We’re not here to manage your giving—we’re here to guide it.

With each post, we highlight families, ministries, and missions doing meaningful work. We gather their stories. We share their needs. And then we point you directly to where you can give—just like we do.

✅ 100% of your gift goes straight to the featured cause.
✅ We share the same links we personally give through.
✅ We exist to amplify, not collect.

We’re just everyday people who believe generosity can be contagious—and that even $1 can be powerful enough to change the world.

💙 Want to give with us?
Visit https://giveandraise.org to see this month’s spotlight.

An Opportunity to Give Where Needs Are Great

07/11/2025

🚨 July’s Support Spotlight: Aevan & The Boutwell Family 🚨

What was supposed to be an easy-going summer vacation turned into a life-changing journey for the Boutwells.

Aevan was recently diagnosed with a probable benign brain tumor and underwent her first skull base brain surgery earlier this week.

Surgeons shared that the outcome of the first surgery was not what they had hoped. The tumor is complex and highly vascular, making removal difficult. During this first surgery, only a small portion was removed for biopsy.

Aevan is currently in intensive care, now awake and recovering well. Her breathing tube has been removed, and she’s showing positive signs of healing from the first procedure.

A second surgery is likely to happen next Thursday, the 17th, depending on the biopsy results. This surgery will approach the tumor from a different angle for another attempt at full removal. Aevan will remain hospitalized until then.

Though the journey has taken an unexpected turn, the Boutwells remain anchored in faith:

"The Lord has her life in the palm of His hand, and He loves her dearly.”

Let’s show this family they’re not alone. 💙

Even a dollar makes a difference. Every gift helps ease the weight of this unexpected season.

🎁 Click here to give: https://giveandraise.org/
📌 Be sure to note: Support for the Boutwell Family

Together, we can turn dollars into hope.

07/02/2025

📣 We’re Live! Join the Movement That’s Bigger Than a Dollar.

💸 Give A Dollar, Raise A Dollar is officially LIVE — and we’re inviting you to be part of something powerful.

What happens when you see someone in need?
You take a step of action towards helping!

We are using this non-profit to support missionaries, other nonprofits, and causes that are changing lives around the world.

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Whether it’s $1 or $100, your generosity goes further when we raise it together!

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🌍 Let’s multiply generosity — one dollar at a time.