(TROY, MI) – The American Foundation for Auxilia hosted Beirut Marathon Association founder May El-Khalil for a brunch at the Marriott Troy on Sunday.
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“We channeled our projects to help poor mothers and underprivileged kids in Nigeria. It made sense to give back to our community that is hosting our families and our husband’s businesses. With that being said, allow me to recognize the efforts you pull to help needy families in Lebanon through your efforts and through the efforts of Auxilia.” –May El Khalil, Beirut Marathon Association Founder
“As a successful Lebanese lady I was very interested in seeing how she thinks and how she became so successful. May El-Khalil works for peace without paying attention to religions or to political affiliations – it’s all for peace. Sometimes something happens for a reason. Even though May was hit by a bus, she was so determined to do something” –Samar Malouf, Michigan Coordinator of the American Foundation for Auxilia
“(El Khalil’s) message really corresponds with Auxilia’s message. We’re trying to give hope and spread a message of love by giving.” –Joe Defouni, American Foundation for Auxilia Board Member
“It was an incredible message, the message of “peace, love, and run.” It’s very catchy.” –Clemence Bouary, American Foundation for Auxilia Member
Listen to May El-Khalil’s inspiring story here: http://youtu.be/
Stay tuned for Lebanese Examiner’s exclusive interview with May El-Khalil later this week.