Global BrightLight

06/10/2019

It is with heavy hearts and a deep sense of gratitude that we at the Global BrightLight Foundation (GBL) announce that our work is coming to an end in 2019. We are incredibly thankful to you and all of our supporters who have enabled us to bring the gift of light to so many people around the world.

We’ve posted a final report on our website that you can access here: https://globalbrightlight.org/2019/06/gifts-of-light/. The report includes a brief history of GBL and our evolution over the years, details on the decision to wind down our operation, and a retrospective on everything we’ve accomplished with your support.

Together we have distributed 78,462 solar lanterns in 9 countries around the world positively impacting the lives of 385,694 people by saving them money, helping children study more, and creating safer homes. We estimate that these systems have provided over 430 million hours of light and prevented 7,800 metric tons of CO2 from entering the atmosphere.

We and thousands of people around the world thank you for your generosity!

01/10/2019

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Global BrightLight's Founder and Chairman Jim Rogers. Jim envisioned a world where every person had access to clean, sustainable energy. He was committed to this mission and led our work bringing solar energy to those who need it most. We thank him for his service. https://bit.ly/2CdW3kx

06/11/2018

Alongside our local partner Amigos de la Aldea, we’ve raised enough money to give 31 volunteer firefighters solar lanterns, which provide light and cell phone charging for rescue efforts after Fuego’s volcanic eruption. We only need to raise another $780 to hit our goal of giving solar lanterns to a total of 50 first responders! Help Guatemala today at: https://www.gofundme.com/guatemalavolcanosolaraid

06/11/2018

Last Sunday, Guatemala experienced a deadly volcanic eruption that has claimed the lives of over 100 people. Videos from that day show the terror as the eruption ripped through the peaceful countryside

Motociclista alertando a la ciudadanía por la llegada de ceniza y lava.

06/08/2018

Volunteer firefighters are putting themselves at extreme risk to help those in need after Guatemala’s deadly Fuego volcano eruption. Help us and our partner Amigos de la Aldea equip these brave men and women with 50 solar lanterns to support their saving efforts. Donate now at: https://www.gofundme.com/guatemalavolcanosolaraid

06/07/2018

First responders continue search & rescue efforts in the aftermath of the volcanic eruption in Guatemala. Join us and our partner Amigos de la Aldea to provide brave volunteer firefighters with solar lanterns that can recharge cell phones & cut through the darkness. Donate now at: https://www.gofundme.com/guatemalavolcanosolaraid

06/06/2018

The eruption of Volcan de Fuego in Guatemala on Sunday, June 3rd has killed 75 people and injured hundreds more. This catastrophe is especially close to our hearts because of our work in Guatemala with our local partner Amigos de la Aldea. Please help us provide first responders with solar lanterns with cell phone charging capabilities so they can effectively conduct search and rescue operations. Donate today at:

The eruption of Volcan de Fuego in Guatemala on June 3rd has killed 75 people and injured hundreds more. Right now, first responders are bravely risking their lives searching for victims amid the ash and rubble. They are working under impossible conditions with few resources and many of them are...

05/13/2018

Happy Mother's Day! Wishing moms around the world a day filled with light & love.

05/11/2018

Solar lanterns are a much safer option for mothers when they change diapers at night than candles. Help us make this option possible for millions of moms living without electricity by donating to a Light a Village project today at:

05/09/2018

Solar energy gives families more quality time together!

05/08/2018

With solar lanterns, mothers no longer have to worry about burns or fires caused by candles or kerosene lamps.

05/04/2018

No child should have to grow up in darkness. Yet many families across the world live in villages without access to electricity.