Our
Missions
Our Mission is to ease the suffering of children and spread the Lord's message of hope. At The Benjamin Mario Shadrick Foundation, we believe every child deserves a chance at healing. Our goal is simple but powerful: to transform the lives of children battling cancer and degenerative diseases through natural healing approaches.
We're building more than just an orphanage - we're creating a sanctuary of hope in Zacatlán, Mexico. A place where: Children receive innovative naturopathic care - Organic food is grown on-site -The environment supports natural healing - 40 special needs children will find a home
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Yearly grants for Alternative cancer treatments for eligible children
Shortly after Benjamin‘s first birthday, he was diagnosed with two rare forms of cancer in his liver, hepato-blastoma and hepatocellular carcinoma. A Biopsy confirmed the presence of two malignant tumors on his tiny liver. Because of Benjamin‘s underlying conditions, chemo radiation and resection were off the table. The only option for Benjamin was hospice or palliative care at home. We took Benjamin home on palliative care. We quickly consulted a licensed Gerson Therapy practitioner out of Florida. She provided a protocol suitable for Benjamin and we wasted no time in healing him from the liver cancer that was threatening his life. Within a year Benjamin was cancer free! We will forever be grateful for the Gerson therapy. In memory of Benjamin, every year we are offering a Gerson therapy start up kit for a child in a similar situation as Benjamin. A child who was diagnosed with cancer yet is not a candidate for surgery chemo or radiation.
The Gerson therapy was our last hope and we were able to cure our son with faith in God and knowledgeable professionals to guide our way. Click here to see what’s in the Gerson Therapy start up kit. If you would like to apply for the Gerson therapy start up kit, please fill out the application form and someone will get back to you. If you would like to donate to this specific mission please hit the donate button and give your gift today.
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Yearly grant for a parent training to enhance their child’s potential
"What To Do About Your Bain Injured Child" by Glenn Doman discusses the various types of brain injuries in children and what we as parents can do at home to reverse the injury. Kirk and I participated in the What To Do About Your Brain Injured Child Parent Training Course through the Institutes For The Achievement Of Human Potential in Philadelphia. Through this training we learned specific techniques to enhance Benjamin‘s potential and within a week of beginning the program Benjamin began to crawl with confidence. The Doman Program was instrumental in helping Benjamin reach his potential and we would like to gift a family the opportunity to do the same for their child. To learn more about the grant for the Institutes For The Achievement Of Human Potential and the Doman Program please contact us. We are currently accepting applications for this grant. If you would like to donate to this mission please hit the donate button and give your gift today.
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Project BENconmigo
Project BENconmigo is an ambitious humanitarian initiative by The Benjamin Mario Shadrick Foundation, focused on building a groundbreaking LEED-certified, self-sustainable orphanage in Zacatlán, Puebla, Mexico—known as "the town of the apples." This specialized facility is designed to accommodate 40 children, serving both orphans and children diagnosed with diseases that conventional medicine cannot treat, featuring state-of-the-art Gerson Kitchen facilities and implementing innovative healing approaches.
Key Features:
• LEED-certified sustainable design • Specialized care for 40 children (orphans and those with untreatable diseases) • Advanced Gerson Therapy kitchen facilities • On-site organic food production, including apples and carrots essential for Gerson Therapy • Toxin-free living environment • Integrated epigenetic treatment approaches • Faith-based curriculum and comprehensive care • Strategic location in Zacatlán's ideal climate for therapeutic agriculture
The project aims to create a nurturing haven where children can receive holistic care through natural healing methods, combining sustainable living practices with cutting-edge naturopathic treatments. Located in the beautiful mountain region of Puebla, Zacatlán's perfect climate and agricultural heritage make it an ideal location for growing the organic produce essential to our healing protocols. With a targeted completion timeline of 4 years or less, Project BENconmigo represents our commitment to transforming the lives of children battling cancer and degenerative diseases while spreading the Lord's message of Hope.
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A Crisis Hidden in Plain Sight: Why Mexico's Children Need Us Now
​Every day in Mexico, 94 children and adolescents die. Of these precious lives lost, over 8,500 annually face serious health-related suffering that could be eased through proper palliative care. Yet tragically, only 10-20% of these children ever receive the comfort and hope they desperately need.
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The Heartbreaking Reality:
• More than 3,500 new pediatric cancer cases are diagnosed each year in Mexico
• Over 1,500 children die from cancer annually, many without adequate pain management
• Only 6% of Mexican states offer generalized pediatric palliative care
• Fewer than 2,000 children nationwide receive formal hospice care each year
• 80% of terminal pediatric cases lack proper pain relief or emotional support
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The Gap We Must Fill
While Mexico has made strides in mandating palliative care inclusion in health coverage, implementation remains fragmented. Rural areas have virtually zero access to specialized care. Cultural barriers, late referrals, and severe shortages of trained staff leave thousands of children suffering without hope.
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But here's what makes this crisis different: it's solvable.
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Mexico has only 6-7 specialized pediatric palliative care facilities for a nation of 130 million people. Casa Benjamin will not just add to this number—it will pioneer a new model that offers what these children desperately need: hope when conventional medicine says there is none.
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Why We Must Respond
"Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me." - Matthew 25:40
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This is not just a healthcare crisis—it's a spiritual calling. When Jesus walked the earth, He didn't turn away from the sick and suffering. He moved toward them with healing hands and a compassionate heart. Today, He calls us to do the same.
The need in Mexico is not being met by existing systems. Government programs reach less than 20% of children who need care. Private healthcare is beyond the reach of most families. International aid organizations focus primarily on adult populations.
This is where you steps in.
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The Time Is Now
Every month we delay means more children suffer needlessly. Every dollar we fail to raise represents a missed opportunity to bring healing and hope.
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Benjamin's story proved that when conventional medicine says "impossible," God still says "I AM possible." His complete healing from liver cancer through alternative treatments wasn't just a miracle for our family—it was a blueprint for thousands of other children.
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Through Casa Benjamin, we can provide what Mexico's healthcare system cannot: innovative naturopathic healing, faith-based care, and hope for children who have been told there's nothing more that can be done.
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This isn't about us asking for help—this is about God inviting you to join His work of easing children's suffering and spreading His message of Hope.
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Project BENdiciones
Empowering the Next Generation Through Christian Education
The BENdiciones Program is The Benjamin Mario Shadrick Foundation's educational scholarship initiative that provides Christian education opportunities for children in Mexico. Named after Benjamin's legacy of blessing others, this program ensures that children have access to quality faith-based education that nurtures both their academic growth and spiritual development.
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Program Overview
BENdiciones offers annual scholarships to support children's enrollment in Christian educational institutions throughout Mexico. These scholarships remove financial barriers that prevent families from accessing quality Christian education for their children.
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• Annual tuition scholarships for Christian schools and institutes
• Educational materials and supplies to support academic success
• Long-term commitment to scholarship recipients throughout their educational journey
• Faith-based curriculum that integrates biblical principles with academic excellence
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Impact & Success Stories
Our flagship scholarship, the "Son of My Right Hand" Scholarship ($1,100 annually), was first awarded in September 2022 to Melanie, a 10-year-old student at Dr. Martin Luther King Christian Institute in Acayucan, Veracruz. This scholarship demonstrates our commitment to investing in individual children's futures while building lasting relationships with Christian educational institutions across Mexico.
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Program Goals
The BENdiciones Program aims to:
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Break cycles of poverty through quality Christian education
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Develop future leaders grounded in biblical principles
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Strengthen Christian communities throughout Mexico
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Honor Benjamin's legacy by blessing children with educational opportunities
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Build partnerships with Christian schools and institutes across the region
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Our Vision
Through BENdiciones, we envision a generation of Mexican children equipped with both excellent education and strong Christian foundations, prepared to serve their communities and spread the Lord's message of Hope throughout their nation.
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"Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it." - Proverbs 22:6
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