25+
years of dedicated support for children in need
# About Us
The Mission and Goals of Our Association
We support the meninos de rua, street children forced to live their childhood in conditions of marginalization and poverty, by sustaining the activities of the St. Michael the Archangel Mission in Brazil
We Welcome
we help the poorest children, who would otherwise be condemned to a childhood of hardship and exclusion
Education
we provide them with a complete school education followed by vocational training in various fields and work activities
We Care
we ensure they receive the love of a family, daily meals, and the medical care they need
Their Future
we prepare them to enter the world of work, become independent, and integrate into society
Contact Us
+39 030-2053255
HIGHLIGHTS
Easter 2025 News
Dear Friends, Godfathers and Godmothers, as we approach the day of Christ's Resurrection, I feel...
# Fundraising Community
Your support can transform young lives
Over 600 children are currently welcomed at the mission, where we serve around 2,000 meals every day
They also have the guidance of more than 60 dedicated professional volunteers
With your help, we can provide education, vocational training, and the support they need to build a better future
Together, we can create a foundation on which every child can thrive
Children Currently Welcomed
Professional Volunteers
Youth Already Graduated from the Mission
Meals Served Daily
# Our Projects
Elderly Home
This project focuses on two key goals: welcoming abandoned elderly people and promoting their interaction with the children hosted at the mission
Girls’ Home
The aim of this project is to welcome young girls and adolescents, aged from 8 to 16 year old, whose rights to live with dignity and safety have been violated
Food for the World
“I realized that if I couldn’t bring the world into our mission, I could create something within the mission to bring it out into the world.” This project is currently in development
# Testimonials
Volunteers and Testimonials
Discover the unforgettable experiences of our volunteers who have witnessed firsthand the impact of their support at our mission. Also explore the stories of the children who were welcomed at the mission and who, now adults, have lovingly built their families and lives. Immerse yourself in their stories and get ready to be inspired!
Simonetta
Volunteer
Andrea
Volunteer
Fabiano
Former Mission Child
Explore our Mission!
Newsletters
Stay up to date with the latest news about our mission. Through regular updates, you can follow the progress of our projects, learn the stories of the people we help, and much more
St. Michael the Archangel Mission
The work carried out by the St. Michael the Archangel Mission is not institutional, but rooted in family values
Welcome to the Video Section
Want to learn more about how we help others and our mission? Check out our videos! See firsthand the impact of our work and why your support is so important
Stay updated! Visit the the Mission blog. This page is your go-to source for the latest news about Marco’s extraordinary charitable mission. Here, you’ll find videos, messages, and exclusive content that share the stories of the children we help, the challenges we face, and the successes we achieve
Easter 2025 News
Dear Friends, Godfathers and Godmothers, as we approach the day of Christ's Resurrection, I feel the desire...
News Christmas 2024
It is with great joy that we present the new edition of our Christmas newspaper! In this issue, you can find...
New Arrivals
Our Family is growing! We have welcomed new children in need, ages 2 to 3, and are working hard to...
# Their stories
Stories from the mission
Here is a collection of stories about children who have faced significant challenges and were supported by the St. Michael the Archangel community. The children we welcome confront situations most of us can hardly imagine. Yet within them lies a strength, selflessness, and capacity to love that can move mountains. Each story highlights these qualities and offers a moment of reflection. Through their stories, you can discover their world!
Igor’s Story
In 1998, a hyperactive boy named Igor joined our community. His boundless energy required constant effort to channel his enthusiasm…
The Shoes
Years ago, thanks to the support of a religious congregation, we were able to give sneakers to the children in our community for the first time. Fearing that…
Thiago’s Story
On the very day Thiago was born, his father threw both him and his mother out onto the streets, abandoning them…
Ruggerio
In 1998, when my mission was housed in an old juvenile detention center, I welcomed Ruggerio, a 17-year-old boy with a criminal record…
Let’s stay in touch. Write to us!
Associazione Il Padre Pellegrino ODV
Via Adige, 41 – 25036 Palazzolo sull’Oglio (BS), Italy
Call us +39-030-2053255
Mon/Fri from 4pm to 5.30pm
info@ilpadrepellegrino.org