Our Lady of Lourdes Donations are Cost Effective - On August 26, 2013 Dan met the person who made donations to purchase and install a water tank and six bunk beds at the House of St. Francis (HSF).  While he makes a number of small donations to fund developmental projects, the donor in Maryland, U.S.A. believes that funds going to Hopeful Way Foundation/ House of St. Francis reach the largest number of people for the amount donated. This is so because all of the people working at the two institutions are dedicated volunteers. They reach both rich and poor who need assistance to restore good lives being negatively affected by addiction.  The large number of poor people being assisted live largely outside of the HSF. They benefit from training programs, 12-step meetings, assistance to facilities which fight addiction, recovery literature, family gatherings and related efforts.  The core cost for food and lodging of each of the fourteen residents plus seven volunteer staff residing at the HSF is under $5.00 per day.