Two weeks ago we had the pleasure of meeting Sam Alipio, a man who works as a Customer Service Agent for United Airlines. Sam’s mom lives in Hawaii and he had recently visited just a few days after Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano erupted on the Big Island. While in Hawaii, he learned of how bad the […]
Loving our neighbors as ourselves in 2018
We are excited to share that we sent our first international relief supply shipment of 2018 this week! Last year alone, we shipped relief supplies to over 20 countries, thanks to our amazing partners in the field and our wonderful donors who supply the product. As we enter our 25th year of service, we are […]
Letter from our Executive Director: Reflecting on 2017
This blog post was written by Giving Children Hope’s Executive Director, Sean Lawrence. — Dear Friend, 2018 marks the 25th year of Giving Children Hope serving vulnerable families both across the street and around the world! During this time, we have responded to hundreds of disasters around the globe through the sending of thousands of […]
When disasters strike, heroes respond
Disasters are unpredictable, tragic and painful. As we flip through our news feeds or turn on the TV, we have all been witnesses to many natural disasters both domestically and internationally. For some, you might have even experienced these disasters first hand. Responding to the many disasters has been challenging, yet rewarding, as Giving Children […]
Hurricane Harvey Relief: A Reflection from our Executive Director
Last week, Giving Children Hope’s Executive Director, Sean Lawrence, traveled with a team to Houston, Texas. While there, he assessed the damage from Hurricane Harvey, brainstormed ways to provide ongoing relief to those affected, and had the opportunity to engage with victims of the hurricane. Read his reflection below. — I’ve seen firsthand the destruction […]
Hurricane Harvey Relief
Hurricane Harvey hit the Gulf Coast of Texas with winds up to 130 mph and rain levels hitting record highs on Friday. Throughout the day, we remained in contact with our partners in the Houston area to better understand the damage and the needs. After discussing with our partners throughout the weekend, we knew we […]
Summer of Sharing
The demand for Giving Children Hope’s resources has grown faster and more urgently than at any other time in our 24-year history. Across the street, what started with preventing hunger, has transformed to preventing homelessness. This summer, we’ve seen a 50% increase in families coming to us to help them end the cycle of poverty. Around […]
Relief for Venezuela
At one point, it was the richest country in Latin America, flourishing from the oil industry, but now, Venezuela is experiencing a humanitarian crisis. With skyrocketing inflation rates over 800% and a growing political storm, the crisis in Venezuela is continually worsening. As prices increase, severe basic needs shortages are occurring, including food and medical […]
El Salvador 2017 Reflection
Earlier this month, Giving Children Hope’s Executive Director, Sean Lawrence, and Global Operations Coordinator, Mikaela Buchanan, visited El Salvador to meet with partners, both current and potential, see the impact our product and partnerships are having, and witness the need in the country. Read Mikaela’s reflection from the trip below. — As I walked through […]
Response To Current Situation in Syria
As I read about and saw pictures of the Syrian families who were attacked by their own government with chemicals dropped from the sky, and as I reflect on the first-hand stories of terror told to me by refugee families, I can only conclude that if me and my family were in these situations I […]