WE EXIST TO SUPPORT THE DISADVANTAGED POOR OF PERU
The Peru Mission was established on 8th February 2012, with the express objective of contributing to the bettering of conditions for the poorest and most disadvantaged members of society in this developing country.
It is based in Iquitos, Loreto in the North-Eastern corner of Peru, but supports and works in partnership with aid agencies and missionary groups across the country.
The Peru Mission also endeavours to support and strengthen the expression of faith for young people from communities in the United Kingdom through enabling their participation in the work of The Peru Mission.
ABOUT
The Peru Mission has its roots in the faith of people in the North East of England and beyond
JOE PLUMB
PROJECTS COORDINATOR
Raised and trained for the priesthood in Durham, Joe left to preach the Gospel in the Peruvian rainforest in 2000. He has since consistently championed the poor and dispossessed
JO TURVER
Social Sciences Teacher
“Our students had a life changing visit to Peru. They loved Belen Market and getting to know local people.”
ALLAN HARGREAVES
Charities tax consultant
“The Peru Mission relieves poverty without fuss, and, has the lowest administration costs of any charity I know!”
JAPHY WILSON
Author & Lecturer
“It’s great that The Peru Mission are able to help the most vulnerable people during the COVID-19 pandemic.”
JO SOMERS
IN
Teacher
“The Peru Mission has allowed hundreds of St John’s students and staff to work alongside Peruvians on projects. It is an experience that enriches their lives and that they never forget”
Our Existence
The existence of The Peru Mission (which has its roots in faith of people in the North East of England and beyond) is due to the commitment of many people who have committed to work together to imrove the dignity of life for the disadvantaged poor in Peru. Since 2000, Joe Plumb, the Projects Coordinator of The Peru Mission, has lived and worked in Peru, supervising operations and coordinating efforts to create opportunities and work with local people to raise aspirations and create hope.
Our Board of Trustees
Canon Pastor Michael Everitt, Ruth Everitt, Tony Graham, Joanne Marie Hopper Holdsworth, Rev Anthony James Joy,
Gerard Moran, Rev Francis Liam Hugh O'Neill, Fr Dennis Tindall.
Officers to the Trustees
Malcolm Bengston (Finance).
Our Objectives
The relief of need amongst the disadvantaged poor in Peru by the provision of the necessities of life, including the provision of food kitchens.
The advancement of public education amongst persons in Peru by the provision of teachers, books, classroom aids, schools and such other material as is necessary for educational advancement.
The relief of sickness and the preservation of health by the provision of medicines, volunteer medical staff, clinics, hospitals, and the mounting of health education campaigns designed to improve and preserve health.
The provision of facilities for recreation and other leisure time occupation for the people of Peru, in the interests of social welfare with the object of improving the conditions of life of the public at large.
The advancement of religion by the support of faith based groups in the practical expression of the Gospel for the benefit of the community.
TONY JOY
VICE CHAIR OF TRUSTEES
Tony has been a Projects Manager throughout his professional careeer. He is now serving as a permanent deacon in the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle
TONY GRAHAM
CHAIR OF TRUSTEES
Tony is a science teacher, leading professional development for science colleagues across the Tees Valley. He is chair of governors at a local primary school. Tony is currently planning his school's next trip to Iquitos to work with The Peru Mission.
