About US
How We Began
In 2005, Ms. Sheila Surujpaul stood at a crossroads with a piece of property she had repurchased in Industry, East Coast. She could have built a retirement home, created rental income for her later years, or done something totally unexpected.
Ms. Sheila always went for the unexpected. A pastor's wife for many years, she has always been eager and ready to help those in need. Known as "mama" to everyone she and her husband, Rev. Surujpaul, had the privilege of pastoring, countless ministers and professionals around the world recognize them for their outstanding service to God and humanity.
It was with this spirit of service and dedication to seeing people freed from sin and hopelessness that Ms. Sheila received a dream in her heart - to create a home where orphaned children could find love, safety, and a future filled with hope. And thus, Bless The Children Home was born.
The Surujpaul family rallied together and supported the dream that Ms. Sheila received about using her land to help children find refuge and help, raising them in the knowledge of God, just as she raised her own children. Rev. and Mrs. Surujpaul had successfully raised their three daughters and one son, as successful God-Fearing adults. Now it was time to help other children.
Beyond Guyana, the Surujpauls knew that God wanted them to help children and widows of the world. Before their passing in 2018, they were already personally supporting children in India.
Today, their four children have taken on the responsibility of the Bless The Children Home Organization, and they are forging ahead with helping children and widows in other counties around the world. In 2025, BTC added India and Kenya to their list of countries where children and widows are served with care and taught about the goodness of God.
Meet Our Team
Dr. Fiona Pyszka
President
Dr. Fiona Pyszka is the eldest child of Rev. and Mrs. Surujpaul and became president of the Bless the Children Organization in 2018 after the passing of the Surujpauls. She is a Personal and Professional Development Coach with a doctorate from Liberty University, and she brings extensive experience in leadership and strategic development.
She is an international speaker, TV program host, and author of over 12 books. Through her company, Fiona Inc., she has mentored people from all walks of life, helping them find focused purpose. Her expertise spans communication, relationship building, and leadership success. More about Dr. Fiona can be found here.
Gabriel Pyszka
Media/Communications
Gabriel Pyszka serves as Media and Communications Director while also fulfilling his role as missions pastor at New Covenant Church in Palmyra, PA. With a bachelor's degree in organizational management and ministry training from Rhema Bible Training College, he brings both administrative expertise and spiritual leadership to BTC.
Having traveled to over 11 nations to spread the gospel and serve communities in poverty, Gabriel's vision aligns perfectly with BTC's mission. His passion for helping communities not just survive but thrive drives our expansion efforts across three continents.
Our Founders
Rev. and Mrs. Surujpaul
Founders
“It was with this spirit of service and dedication to seeing people freed from sin and hopelessness that Ms. Sheila received a dream in her heart—to create a home where orphaned children could find love, safety, and a future filled with hope.”
“James 1:27 Pure and undefiled religion before our God and Father is this: to care for orphans and widows in their distress, and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world. ”
Our Core Values
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Love & Compassion
We believe love transforms lives. Every child in our care experiences unconditional love and compassion.
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Family Environment
We create homes, not institutions. Children grow up in a nurturing family atmosphere.
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Education & Growth
We invest in each child's education and personal development, preparing them for successful futures.
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Faith & Hope
We nurture the spiritual growth of children, by giving them the opportunity to have hope and purpose for their future.