Tara Patten W.
A founding Board member with Soles by Grace shares her story of traveling to Kenya as a volunteer. Here her
Aileen Hale introduces Tara Patten Weisner, a founding board member and volunteer for the non-profit organization, Souls by Grace. Tara shares how she got involved with the organization after being inspired by the founder's trip to Kenya and desire to help provide shoes and other necessities for children in need.
Tara explains the core mission of Souls by Grace: to provide $10 monthly sponsorships that deliver shoes, socks, and other essential supplies to children in Kenya who often lack access to necessities, such as proper footwear. She emphasizes the importance of protecting the children's feet from infection and injury when they must walk long distances without shoes.
Tara describes her transformative trip to Kenya with Souls by Grace, sharing how the joy and gratitude of the people she met there deeply impacted her. She was struck by the children's happiness despite their lack of material possessions and was inspired to find ways to continue supporting the organization and its work.
Tara encourages listeners to consider sponsoring a child through Souls by Grace or even joining a mission trip to Kenya. She highlights how these experiences can be life-changing, helping people discover their unique gifts and passions while making a tangible difference in the lives of those in need.
Aileen and Tara wrap up the discussion, with Tara reiterating the organization's tagline, "Smooth walking is a blessing," and encouraging listeners to stay grateful and recognize that even small contributions can have a big impact. Aileen thanks Tara for her time and enthusiasm.