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Hope Has Come: A Look at Student Life Homes
"Life in the compound is difficult." The compound is a nearby village characterized by drunkenness and fighting and is home to many of the students who attend Lifesong School in Garneton, Zambia. The Lifesong Zambia team knew they needed to do something to help students living in the…
2020 Mid-Year Impact Report
Would you celebrate God's faithfulness with us? While much of life has been on hold or shut down this year, God is still at work. Specifically, we've seen His faithfulness to care for the orphaned and vulnerable as we serve in new ways and old. Here are just…
A Story of Hope from Ukraine
Here in the midst of ongoing global uncertainty, countries like Ukraine continue to share stories of hope, reminding us that redemption and restoration are always possible by the grace of God. And even better, God invites us to participate where He is already working. . In Ukraine, an estimated…
A Story of Hope in Haiti
In the midst of fear and confusion over COVID-19, Haiti stands as a stark reminder that overcoming in the middle of uncertainty is possible by the grace of God. Haiti is a country of resilient people. Children and adults who have experienced unprecedented poverty, increased scarcity, and…
The Impact of Sports in Orphan Care
In Ukraine, an estimated 250 children enter the orphanage system every day. In the United States, the average public school has 520 students. Which means, every 2.5 days, the equivalent of an entire U.S. public school goes to live in orphanages in Ukraine. Orphanages, alone, aren't equipped to…
Education: A Path out of Poverty
In Zambia, nearly 60% of children live in poor households, and 45% live in extreme poverty. So the needs of the country—and specifically the children—are great. Most children lack adequate access to nutrition, water, housing, and education. In fact, according to Trading Economics, less than 17% of the population…
You Can Help a Family Adopt
In January 2013, Courtney and Trey began the adoption process, excited about the adventure God was taking them on. They were taking a step of faith and going where God was leading. What could go wrong? But then the delays piled up and the fees became daunting. What they thought…
A Heartfelt Welcome Home
Here in the U.S., an unemployment rate of 8% would create national concern, but in Haiti, an unemployment rate of 18% would be cause for widespread celebration. In Haiti—one of the poorest countries in the Western Hemisphere—unemployment has climbed as high as 70%, meaning many parents struggle to…
What Happens When Kids Age Out?
One of the most vulnerable times in a person's life—whether here in the U.S. or around the world—happens right after graduation. Specifically, graduating from foster care or an orphanage into adult living can be scary and unpredictable. People like you make it possible for kids like Sam to…
My Turn | Kolia’s Story
Your decision to care for one child in need has the incredible potential to multiply and impact many lives for eternity. How? By reaching one child in need who grows up to reach other children in need. People like you cared for a boy named Kolia, and here's the incredible…