Stories of Hope | July 2023

HAITI: JOY IN SPORTS

The Mission of Hope Bercy campus has been full of activity this summer. Hundreds of students have been attending school at the campus, many coming from the surrounding communities where some schools remain closed in the current tension and unrest. One of the programs that has shifted from the Titanyen campus to the Bercy campus is our Sports Ministry. A soccer tournament was recently hosted at the Bercy campus and there were 12 teams of 22 players—a total of 264 players participated that week! In total, 820 people were present for this tournament, and the audience was full of students cheering for their friends and classmates.

This week was a reminder of the joy that comes through sports. Our Haitian staff continues to lead and press on in the hardest of circumstances, pointing their peers to have hope that God is working things together for good.

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC: HOPE FOR HER

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We had the very first Hope for Her at our new Jarabacoa campus in the Dominican Republic! It was truly an incredible week, as 35 women traveled to the DR to serve. The Women’s Empowerment team hosted two Women’s Day gatherings for both Haitian and Dominican women, and served 363 women and 134 children! The group also spent time in the communities building relationships and distributing water filtration systems, hosted an event for local women ministry leaders, completed a painting project, explored a local waterfall, and spent purposeful time in worship and devotions each day.

Ladies, if you’re interested in attending the next Hope for Her—we’d love to have you with us! You can find out more here. Men, feel free to forward this email to the women in your life who may be interested in joining a Hope for Her trip.

Thank you for reading this month’s Stories of Hope. We are so thankful for your support and the role you play in making stories just like these possible!

Jul 26, 2023

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End of Year Impact Report

By Mackenzie Bartolome • January 13, 2026

As we reflect on 2025, we are grateful for the ways God moved through faithful partners and local communities to bring nourishment, hope, and lasting transformation. Through Hope at the Table and other core initiatives, children and families facing hunger, poverty, and instability experienced tangible care and renewed hope. At a time when 5.7 million people are struggling daily to feed themselves and their loved ones, generosity made a measurable difference. With just 11 cents providing one meal, every dollar given helped deliver nine meals to families in need—filling empty plates with food and reminding communities they are not forgotten. Throughout the year, the impact extended far beyond meals. In 2025, 787 individuals professed their faith, 131 communities were served, and 278 pastors and leaders were trained to continue shepherding their people with wisdom and care. Discipleship programs equipped 2,645 women to grow in faith and leadership, while education programs served 11,000 students, investing in the next generation. Medical teams provided care to 7,945 individuals, and 24.6 million meals were distributed overall, including daily feeding programs that supported 101,356 children. Together, we have seen emptiness replaced with provision, despair met with joy, and hunger answered with hope. This work reflects the heart of Matthew 25:35: “For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in.” As we look ahead, we remain committed to serving alongside local churches and communities, trusting that generosity—rooted in love—will continue to change stories and lives in the year to come..

Carlen's Story

By Mackenzie Bartolome • January 13, 2026

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Hope Through Local Churches

By Mackenzie Bartolome • January 13, 2026

When *María watched her three children put on their new school uniforms and shoes, she called it a blessing from God. For weeks, the weight of uncertainty had pressed on her heart, she longed to send her children to school, but the cost felt far beyond her reach. What María received was more than a one-time gift. It was a reminder that she was seen, known, and not alone. Through one of our community partnerships, a local church—rooted in her neighborhood and moved by compassion—recognized the need and responded with dignity, love, and care. Made possible by faithful church partners and God’s provision, hope met her family right where they were. Today, Mission of Hope partners with 13 local churches across the Dominican Republic, equipping them to meet urgent needs while sharing the hope of the gospel. Through these partnerships, churches provide food, medical care, children’s programming, and women’s discipleship—walking hand in hand with families long after the moment of need, and helping them step into a future filled with hope. In the most recent program update: 393+ Bibles were distributed 109+ individuals accepted Christ 500+ people were reached through local churches 12 Damas Juntas women’s groups continued meeting and growing together These partnerships also enable churches to care for the whole person, supporting families during medical emergencies, providing meals for children, and creating spaces for prayer, discipleship, and evangelism. María’s children are now attending school with confidence, and she is supported by her local church. Praise be to God! *name changed for privacy