It all started with ten meals
In 2000, the «Miss Stone» social center—named after the former missionary Ellen Stone—was established in Strumica (North Macedonia). Even back then, the idea was to be there for people in need. It’s amazing to see how much has grown since then—and it stands as an impressive testament to tireless dedication and genuine generosity of spirit.
Double award for the Miss Stone Center«
The list of global crises is long - the food crisis, climate crisis, war, military conflicts and a crisis of confidence in liberal-democratic countries are affecting the prospect of a better future. People in the Global South, who are struggling with numerous crises, are particularly affected. How are they faring and what glimmers of hope are visible on the horizon?
Miss Stone Center can avert kitchen closure
The Miss Stone Center in Strumica, North Macedonia, which Connexio develop supports, provides more than 250 people with a hot meal every day. Now the operation was facing an existential hurdle because the previous head chef had to retire due to a serious illness. Susana Tabanova, originally an assistant in the kitchen, had been running the Miss Stone Center's meal service for 15 years [...]
Help gives hope
The Miss Stone Center in Strumica (North Macedonia) supports people with food parcels. Such help is also possible because others donate to the Miss Stone Center.
When drinking water becomes a danger
A few days ago, a warning made the operation of the Miss Stone Center in Strumica (North Macedonia) very difficult. The drinking water in Strumica is contaminated.
Help that is heat-resistant
North Macedonia is experiencing a very hot summer this year. This is not only having an impact on nature, but also on the people who are suffering from the heat.