The Surprising Global Reality of Mental Health and Poverty
The World Health Organization has determined that 1 in 4 people will be affected by a mental illness at some point in their lives. In
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The Commitment to a Community
Here in the United States and other Western countries, reaching the age of 18 represents a milestone of adulthood. At this age, a child has
Celebrating Education
Receiving an education is one of the most effective ways individuals and communities can escape poverty. Most people who live in extreme poverty do not
How to do Effective International Short-Term Mission Trips
Why Mission Trips Should Be Part of Your Church Missions Strategy Christians are called to the Great Commission, the command to “go into all the world
Looking Ahead in Ethiopia
When a mission’s focus is primarily on long-term transformation, it means seeing the results of that transformation take time. After celebrating our 10th anniversary of
What is Giving Tuesday?
“It’s a simple idea: whether it’s making someone smile, helping a neighbor or stranger out, showing up for an issue or people we care about,
The Importance of Mental Health in Community Transformation
This article was written in collaboration with Tom Jennings. _ We all want to be healthy – in mind, soul, and body. The World Health
Three Success Stories From The Cuyotenango CarePoint
The Cuyotenango CarePoint is one of HopeChest’s Guatemalan CarePoints, located in the southwest region of the country. Families in Cuyotenango often struggle to acquire income
What is it like seeing our impact in Guatemala firsthand?
As an organization, Children’s HopeChest is always thinking through ways to be innovative with our operations. Introducing, TaroWorks, HopeChest’s most recent movement toward innovation.
What does sewing, baking, and technology have in common?
“I was honored to shake hands, hug, and get to know those who are directly impacting the children and communities we work with. Our mission had now become very real to me.”
