You might ask: Why is light at night such a big deal? After all, it’s romantic when the sun goes down in the countryside. What advantage could having solar lamps offer these Nicaraguan families?

Here are 5 ways that light enriches life:

1) Light makes it possible for children to read, study, and pursue an education.

2) Light makes it possible for a baker to continue baking (there is more bread), a weaver to continue weaving (people are clothed), or a craftsperson to continue crafting (money can be made).

3) Light makes it possible for a family to spend more time together.

4) Light makes it possible for a musician to make music, for an artist to create art, and for children to invent play.

5) Light makes it possible to feel more safe inside a familiar home and in sight of familiar faces.

These are just 5 reasons why BrightNewIdeas believes in:

SOLAR EMPOWERMENT