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 […]
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 […]
Giving Refugees Hope
On January 31, 2017, Giving Children Hope shipped its 22nd emergency relief container to Syrian refugees in Lebanon. Around 50 community partners and members came together in solidarity to send off the container with prayer and well wishes. The container held pallets of blankets, winter clothing, toys, hygiene products, and medical supplies for children & […]
Giving Children Hope Team Leaves for Haiti
Giving Children Hope staff are on the ground in Haiti delivering supplies to those in need. They will be overseeing the distribution of the cholera pharmecutical package and the forty-foot shipping container of emergency relief. The hurricane struck October 4 with winds up to 140 mph, devastating all in its path. Reports say it has claimed […]
Giving Children Hope Visits the Philippines
It was almost three years ago that Typhoon Haiyan tore through the Philippines. It’s 200 mph winds killed more than 6,300 people. A team from Giving Children Hope saw firsthand the destruction that the powerful winds and floods did to communities such as Tacloban and Samar as we visited these villages just days and weeks […]