Honoring Our Founder
In Loving Memory of Sharon Shelton (1954–2025)
With profound sadness and immense gratitude, we share that Sharon Shelton, the founder of GIFTS Rwanda, passed away peacefully on the morning of July 8, 2025. Her beloved husband, Al, was by her side in her final moments, and the rest of the family had the opportunity to spend time with her before she passed.
Shari was a woman of extraordinary compassion, wisdom, and purpose. Her deep love for the people of Rwanda—especially the women and children of Rugarika—inspired her to create GIFTS Rwanda over ten years ago. What began as a heartfelt desire to help has grown into a thriving, community-led nonprofit that empowers families through education, health, and sustainable development.
Though she is no longer with us in body, Shari’s spirit lives on in every seed planted, every child educated, and every woman given the chance to rise. Her legacy continues in the lives she touched and the hope she sparked.
In Lieu of Flowers
At the request of the family, donations may be made to GIFTS Rwanda in Shari’s memory. Your gift honors her life’s work and helps ensure that the mission she started continues to flourish for generations to come.
👉 Click here to donate in honor of Shari
Shari was a woman of extraordinary compassion, wisdom, and purpose. Her deep love for the people of Rwanda—especially the women and children of Rugarika—inspired her to create GIFTS Rwanda over ten years ago. What began as a heartfelt desire to help has grown into a thriving, community-led nonprofit that empowers families through education, health, and sustainable development.
Though she is no longer with us in body, Shari’s spirit lives on in every seed planted, every child educated, and every woman given the chance to rise. Her legacy continues in the lives she touched and the hope she sparked.
In Lieu of Flowers
At the request of the family, donations may be made to GIFTS Rwanda in Shari’s memory. Your gift honors her life’s work and helps ensure that the mission she started continues to flourish for generations to come.
👉 Click here to donate in honor of Shari
Please keep Shari’s husband, Al, and the entire Shelton family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Thank you for being part of this story of love, faith, and transformation.
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