Timeline

A Chronological Look at the History of NPH

The story of Nuestros Pequeños Hermanos began in 1953 when Father William Wasson responded with compassion and love to a theft by a young boy. His act of kindness paved the way for an enduring philosophy of service, rooted in Christian values, to take hold and spread, breaking the cycle of poverty for children and families. Over the years, more than 20,000 children have grown up in the NPH family. Fr. Wasson’s vision spread from Mexico to Honduras, Haiti, Nicaragua, Guatemala, El Salvador, Dominican Republic, and then south to Peru and Bolivia.

Each country’s programs and services are adapted to the needs of the children in each community.

1982

Joan Provencio appointed National Director of NPH Mexico.

1981

Fr. Wasson accepts the Franciscan International Award.

1979

The final move takes place to Casa San Salvador in Miacatlán. Reconstruction of dormitories, kitchen, and general rooms completed. Also, the first group of students arrive in July at their new home in Monterrey to study at the university level. Fr. Wasson awarded the Good Samaritan Award.

1977

Fr. Wasson awarded the Luis Elizondo Humanitarian Award, a Mexican National Prize given for contribution to the children of Mexico. At the time, Fr. Wasson is the only U.S. citizen to have received this award.

1974