RAY OF HOPE AMAZON

The corporation is organized and shall be operated exclusively for religious, charitable, and educational purposes within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Subject to the foregoing, the specific purposes and objectives of the corporation shall include but not be limited to the following: (a) undertaking various religious, charitable, humanitarian, and educational projects, such as providing food, medical and dental care, vocational training, clothing, housing, spiritual care, and other items and assistance, to help meet the needs of some of the poorest families and individuals in Central and South America, with primary emphasis on assisting persons in Brazil; (a) supporting, encouraging, and facilitating the spread and growth of the Christian faith throughout the world; and (b) cooperating with and supporting other projects and organizations that are organized and operated for similar purposes.