This past month, you made a lot of great things possible in the lives of children. The Gazette's purpose is to keep you in the know on all things Many Hopes - things you make possible! Thank you!
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We believe that children who have survived injustice can be the best people to defeat the causes of what they suffered. So we help them do that. |
Thank you for helping keep girls like Angela safe in Kenya.
— R E S C U E —
After Angela* was sexually assaulted at her school by a board member, she turned to her guidance counselor for help. When the counselor tried to report the assault to the principal, her job was threatened. Familiar with our Kenyan partner, Friends for Justice, she reached out to Alice (our Kenyan partner lead and human rights attorney), who stepped in immediately.
Alice drove overnight to pick up Angela and take her to the hospital. Once she was cleared, Alice and her team worked with Angela to enroll her in a new school and start counseling. Alice later filed a proper police report, and the board member was arrested. Thank you for providing justice, safety, and healing.
*Name has been changed to protect identity.
— E Q U I P —
“I am Víctor Manuel, and I am 11 years old. I love to learn and discover new things. I feel grateful to my family for giving me the opportunity to attend the EDELAC school. I am a member of the student council there. I enjoy playing soccer (especially on Saturdays). My real passion is writing. I have already written two poems: “The Secret of the Path” and “The Cloud.”
When I grow up, I would like to become a lawyer and contribute to the world by helping to eliminate injustice in life. I want to continue writing to inspire others and encourage them to start writing as well.”
— L A U N C H —
Alfred was born into slavery on Lake Volta in Ghana after his mother had been trafficked there as a teenager. At age 11, he was rescued by our Ghanaian partner (Challenging Heights) and started school for the very first time in his life.
Alfred is brilliant, determined, and when he sets a goal...he achieves it. He worked hard, caught up with his peers, and earned a place at university. While in undergrad, Alfred wanted to give back, so he worked part-time for Challenging Heights on rescue missions, bringing other children to freedom.
But Alfred wasn't done! He'd always dreamed of earning an MBA and studying in the US. He applied to graduate programs and was admitted to Missouri Baptist University in St. Louis. And on May 5th, after two years of hard work, Alfred walked across the stage, diploma in hand, and we couldn't be prouder. Bravo, Alfred!
Alfred from Ghana graduated from Missouri Baptist University with an MBA
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“The reason I chose Many Hopes is because 100% of my donation goes to the kids, so many non-profits keep the majority of the funds. Another reason is that I've always wanted to help those who need it the most. I have a big heart for children, especially those who continue to suffer in bad situations. I always plan to give to those who need it the most, and I plan to do more in the future. This concept of educating kids who then come back and help more kids is so far the best structure I've seen.” — Gina G. from Boise, FL |
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