Anna Kerr

At HopeChest, our global mission is rooted in empowering communities to transform lives. That’s why we are thrilled to announce that Children’s HopeChest Ethiopia has been recognized as the Best NGO for 2023/2024, receiving the prestigious Abyssinia Award for Outstanding Achievement in Social Service. This recognition, presented by the Abyssinia Industry Award Organization based in Addis …

HopeChest Ethiopia Wins National Award – Best NGO 2023/2024 Read More »

In the latest episode of Build Relationships, Break Poverty, we share powerful stories from the Kabermaido CarePoint, which is located in Eastern Uganda. This episode features two inspiring CarePoint graduates, Richard and Alice, who reflect on how the CarePoint transformed their lives. They discuss the support they received through difficult times, opportunities for education and …

A Conversation with Community Leaders in Uganda Read More »

The Power of Income-Generating Activities (IGAs) One of our CarePoints’ most impactful initiatives is the support of communities through income-generating activities (IGAs). These activities provide hope, empowerment, and dignity to the families of CarePoint children. They enable families to actively participate in sustainable economic activities, educate families on how to identify income-generating opportunities to help …

How Beekeeping is Changing Lives at Ongongoja CarePoint Read More »

Discover the inspiring work of I Care for the Nation CarePoint in our conversation with founder Ayneabeba “Ayni” Maru. Based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, the CarePoint focuses on sustainable development, providing holistic care and job training to vulnerable women and children. Ayni discusses their advocacy efforts in policymaking, promoting emotional well-being, and their overarching goal …

Ending Gender-Based Violence in Ethiopia Read More »

Welcome to our annual reflection on the incredible impact you’ve made possible through Children’s HopeChest in 2023. This past year has been marked by transformative progress and heartwarming success stories, all thanks to your unwavering support. From empowering communities through sustainable development to touching individual lives with hope and opportunity, your contributions have brought the …

A Glimpse of Your Impact in 2023 Read More »

What Are VSLA’s? In vulnerable communities, CarePoints serve as catalysts for financial transformation and generate ripples of impactful change. One of the remarkable ways they do this is through the establishment of Village Savings and Loans Associations (VSLAs). Imagine a tightly-knit group within a community, where neighbors come together, not just as friends, but as …

Investing in Communities Through VSLAs Read More »

Whether it’s a Partner Visit or Vision Trip, Here’s Why You Should Go! 1. Witness Impact Firsthand: HopeChest trips offer a unique opportunity to witness firsthand the tangible impact of community development initiatives. As you engage with children and families in their everyday lives, you’ll see how HopeChest programs are breaking cycles of poverty, providing …

3 Reasons to Join a HopeChest Trip This Summer Read More »

Collaboratively written with Children’s HopeChest Marketing Intern, Caleb Maxson During our 2023 Year End Campaign, we celebrated the many facets of hope that light up vulnerable communities across the globe. We explored hope through Faith, Entrepreneurship, Education, and Healthcare. Now, as we step into 2024, we want to highlight one more facet of hope: Connection. …

Hope is Connection: Transforming Communities Through Relationships Read More »

Collaboratively written by Children’s HopeChest Marketing Intern, Julia McCoy  At HopeChest, we believe that true health is not just the absence of illness but a state of complete well-being in mind, body, and spirit. Our commitment to a holistic approach mirrors our understanding that lasting change requires addressing the root causes of issues, much like treating …

Beyond Aid: How Your Support Ignites Hope Through Health Read More »

Collaboratively written by Children’s HopeChest Marketing Intern, Sadie Nichols  In the face of adversity, one young man in rural eastern Uganda found inspiration in an unexpected place—maggots. Meet Pius, a resilient individual with an innovative spirit, who transformed a seemingly negative concept into a solution for a critical community issue. Growing up in a large family, …

All I Want for Christmas is…Maggots! Read More »