Stories of Hope | July 2024

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HAITI | GRADUATION AND EDUCATION UPDATE

Join us in celebrating the 203 students who completed their last year of high school in Haiti and are set to graduate after exams soon. Even in the midst of all the obstacles, they have accomplished a tremendous feat! We are thankful for the perseverance and protection of the education staff, administration, and students.

Much of the success of the students in our school program can be attributed to the dedication of the teachers and administrators, the commitment of parents, and the quality of the food the kids receive. School is a safe haven for these children, and every day, when a plate of food is set in front of a child, a mother’s prayers are answered.

Because of you and donors just like you, those plates of food are quite literally a bridge to a better future for these children. As the humanitarian crisis grows, we cannot highlight enough the importance of food security for the thousands of children we have the honor of serving.

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DOMINICAN REPUBLIC | FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

In 2009, Myrlande’s* husband left Haiti for Santiago, seeking a better life for their family. With three children to care for, life in Haiti had become increasingly difficult. For twelve long years, Myrlande and her husband were separated, their only connection through distant dreams of a better future. Finally, he made the brave decision to bring her to the Dominican Republic.

After arriving in Santiago, Myrlande found herself pregnant with their fourth child. Life remained a constant struggle, with her husband working sporadic construction jobs whenever he could find the opportunity.

One Friday, Myrlande was at a breaking point and faced a crisis—her husband was facing instability with jobs, and she did not know what to do. Her family was out of food, and she didn't even have a single piece of candy to give to her children. Desperation and fear gripped her as she wondered how she would feed her kids.

In the midst of her despair, hope arrived in the most unexpected way. Her Dominican neighbors, who regularly attended the local church, were receiving bags of groceries from their pastor, who was distributing food in the neighborhood. Seeing Myrlande standing outside, the pastor approached her and handed her a bag of food. Doubtful and hesitant, she thought there must be a mistake. But the pastor reassured her, saying, "Dios te bendiga" (God bless you). With a heart full of gratitude, Myrlande accepted the gift and returned inside, thanking the Lord for the timely provision.

As she and her husband faced uncertainty and instability, Myrlande witnessed God's provision through the kindness of a local Dominican pastor and the generosity of the Family Assistance Program. Even though she was not a member of his church, God used this pastor to meet her family's needs during a critical moment. This bag of food quite literally became a lifeline in her moment of desperation.

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Thank you for your partnership and support. It’s a privilege to serve the people of Haiti and the Dominican Republic together.

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Seen at Last: How Compassion Changed One Boy’s Life

By Mackenzie Bartolome • February 10, 2026

He was only thirteen when an accident changed everything. In the Dominican Republic, a young boy, Binsley, was left paralyzed with no access to medical care and no one to turn to. His only family—his two brothers—loved him but had no resources to help. Without treatment, food, or proper care, his condition worsened, and painful wounds began to form as he lay waiting for help that never seemed to come. That changed when Pastor Carlos, a local pastor traveling with a Mission of Hope team, met him and immediately recognized the urgency of his situation. Through his leadership and connection with our Community Engagement team, care began—consistent, compassionate, and life-giving. Because of faithful support, Binsley now receives regular medic al care, nutritious food, clean clothing, wound treatment, and physical therapy in La Joya. While he remains paralyzed, his health has stabilized, his pain has lessened, and he is no longer facing his journey alone. For the first time in months, there is hope. Your generosity made this possible. Because you chose to give, a young boy was seen, cared for, and reminded that his life matters. And he is not the only one. There are many others praying for help—and through your continued partnership, hope is reaching them too.

*Jean’s New Beginning

By Mackenzie Bartolome • February 10, 2026

*Jean, a 15-year-old Haitian boy, had been living in an unsafe and abusive home, a situation that kept him from attending school and experiencing the stability every child deserves. Despite this, he continued to show up at the children’s ministry in La Joya, where caring adults began to notice that something was wrong. When Pastor Kilyvs learned about *Jean’s situation, he stepped in before more harm could be done. He brought *Jean went to a rehabilitation center where he could begin to heal and ensured he received school supplies, something he had never had before because his home environment made school impossible. Now, *Jean is safe. He will be enrolled in school, have transportation to attend classes, and be able to study, go to church, and grow in a supportive, loving environment. What was once a life marked by fear is now opening into a future filled with safety and hope. *name changed for privacy

A Mother’s Path to Hope

By Mackenzie Bartolome • February 10, 2026

In January, Klèb Manman continued to grow in Cap-Haïtien, with three active groups and the joyful beginning of a new one. These groups are more than meetings; they are safe spaces where mothers find encouragement, skills, and hope for a better future. In December, one young mother joined Klèb Manman. She is navigating motherhood at a very young age, carrying both the deep love for her child and the heavy responsibility of providing for her baby. After one Klèb Manman session, she approached our Women Empowerment director, Madame Rosealure, quietly and said, “Mrs., please, can I talk with you?” When Madame Roselaure said yes, she shared her dream: she wanted to start a small business so she could care for her child with dignity. Madame Roselaure shared that she did not have the financial ability to help right away, but she promised to pray with her and to trust God to make a way. The following month, moved by her courage and determination as a young mother, Madame Roselaure decided to use her own money to purchase materials so she could learn how to make liquid soap. This brave mother took that opportunity and turned it into action. She made the soap, sold it, and reinvested part of the income by buying more supplies so she could continue her business. Step by step, she began building a path toward independence and stability for herself and her baby. This story reflects the heart of Klèb Manman. Through manual activities and practical support, mothers, many of whom are navigating motherhood at an extremely young age, are gaining skills that empower them economically and emotionally. This kind of support restores hope, strengthens confidence, and helps mothers provide for their families while believing in a brighter future.