Who We Are

About Gather the Remnants

Story Behind the Name

In April 2004, we embarked on establishing a nonprofit organization, Gather the Remnants (GTR). After filing the necessary documentation with the Internal Revenue Service, we were officially granted our EIN (76-0754647) on April 8, 2004.
GTR was inspired by the late Bishop Samuel, the Bishop of Social Services in Cairo. During a servants’ retreat in 1979, led by the late Bishop, the conference centered around the theme “Gather the Remnants, appraise it, and give it to the poor,” based on John 6:12. In this passage, Jesus miraculously fed 5,000 people with five loaves and two fish, and then instructed the disciples to gather the remnants, which filled 12 baskets.
This concept resonated with me even earlier, back in 1968 when I was a high school student serving at Saint Mary Church in Shoubra. At that time, we operated a similar service, supporting 450 families with groceries and monthly financial assistance.
GTR began in 2004, initially supporting 60 families with a monthly stipend of $25 per family. Today, we provide $65 for a widow with four children, $55 for a widow with two children, $35 for a widow with one child, and $25 for a widow with no children. Our focus is on financially deprived widows with orphaned children.

Our Vision

The vision of Gather the Remnants is to wipe away the tears of those in greatest need, bringing hope and relief through the generosity of your donations and giving.

Our Mission

Our mission is to support the most vulnerable Coptic Christians in Egypt by providing essential necessities of life, including food, clothing, and medical care. We are dedicated to assisting families where the father is deceased or unable to work, ensuring that they receive the care and resources they need to survive and thrive in difficult circumstances.

Board of Directors

George Bous
George Bous is the Founder and President of Gather the Remnants, a nonprofit organization established in April 2004. Inspired by his service with the late Bishop Samuel of Social Services in Cairo, George founded the organization to support widows and orphans in Egypt. As President, he volunteers his time to coordinate efforts in Egypt, establish new service areas, and regularly visit those the organization serves (funding these trips personally.)
Bassem Girgis
Bassem Girgis is a volunteer board member of Gather the Remnants, where he looks forward to deepening his involvement in the organization’s future activities. Professionally, Bassem is an Adjunct Computer Science Professor and a retired Senior Computer Systems Engineer, bringing a wealth of technical expertise and a passion for service to his role on the board.
Pishoy Bous
Pishoy Bous is the volunteer Treasurer and Secretary for Gather the Remnants, a nonprofit organization focused on supporting widows and orphans in Egypt. His volunteer efforts are centered around the organization’s US operations. Professionally, Pishoy is a Director at Microsoft with over ten years of experience in digital transformation, specializing in data platforms, analytics, and AI technologies.
Joe Azer
Joe Azer is a volunteer board member of Gather the Remnants, a nonprofit dedicated to aiding impoverished communities in Egypt. He has extensive experience in nonprofit leadership, including his work with Mission Life Center, where he organized mission and medical trips across the U.S., Caribbean, and Africa. Professionally, Joe is a Senior Program Manager focused on modernizing systems for U.S. Veterans, improving patient scheduling, follow-up, and mental health referrals to enhance veteran care.
Paul Hakim
Paul Hakim is a volunteer board member of Gather the Remnants. Paul brings deep passion and over 17 years of experience in supporting the underprivileged in Egypt. With a bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Paul is a technology strategist committed to leveraging AI for Good initiatives to drive positive change.