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OUR VISION

To create a distinctive and reputable form of education, that positions students on a path of leadership and influence.

About us

Shaddai International was unknowingly birthed over 30 years ago when Anibal and Cledy Westendorff took it upon themselves to create affordable schooling for the children of their community. Seeing that not many schools offered great education at a reasonable price, Anibal and Cledy founded Colegio Shaddai.

 

With over 30 years of existence and thousands of graduates, Colegio Shaddai has been a blessing and help to all who have roamed its halls. Every school year, Anibal and Cledy would sacrifice their time and money to give many children the opportunity to work towards their future. When parents couldn’t afford the tuition, Anibal and Cledy went out of their pocket to pay the school staff and maintenance. Unfortunately, in May of 2017, Anibal Westendorff passed away, leaving behind an unmatchable legacy of selflessness and generosity.

 

This created many challenges for Cledy, she not only lost her life partner but also the person who co-founded and funded the vision they had created. She was now faced with the harsh reality of having to do the job of two people, because hundreds of students and many staff depended on it. But with the help of family and friends, Cledy was able to keep the doors of Colegio Shaddai open. However, there were many tasks and positions that needed to be filled, since Anibal was so heavily involved in the day-to-day operations of the school.

 

One of the most important tasks Anibal had was to find donors that would be kind enough to sponsor the students who couldn’t afford to pay the already reduced tuition. Having been a sponsor myself for many years and a contributor to the advancement of the school, my wife and I felt led to take on the same responsibility Anibal and Cledy once felt when they were young. We decided to continue building on the same foundation they had cemented.

 

Although the vision has expanded, the purpose has remained the same, to help and give without limits. We aim to build these same schools, which focus on academic excellence and the formation of good morals, throughout many countries to provide opportunities to all who need it. We know God will touch the hearts of many to donate, partner, or contribute to the progress of our future generations.

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- Pablo & Samantha Gonzalez

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