Ethan Forhetz

Benjamin knows what it means to work hard. From helping his family at home to staying committed in school, he wakes up every day with determination and focus.💪 But like so many children around the world, his ability to grow is directly connected to a fundamental need: nutritious meals.🥣 Through Children’s Feeding, kids like Benjamin are receiving the nourishment they need to stay healthy, concentrate in class, and pursue the dreams in front of them. Because when a child is fed, they’re not just supported for today — they’re empowered for the future. To hear more of Benjamin's story and learn how you can help children just like him, click the link here: h.ope.is/4tAPsZL

When we equip communities to serve their neighbors, it reaches the very heart of poverty — bringing solutions that last. ♥️ Poverty and hunger affect not just the world's largest cities, but also its smallest towns. Convoy of Hope has worked in communities like Woodstock, Alabama, to combat poverty and hunger. With the help of training, support, and resources, people like Pastor Chad Payne are providing hope and a future for neighbors in need.

Families helping families around the world 🌎📦 At a recent event in Las Vegas, volunteers from The Crossing Church put together 10,000 family hygiene kits! It marks our largest family hygiene kit packing event to date. Volunteers of all ages practiced radical generosity and packed kits that will be crucial in our response to disasters. "These are the essentials that you would need in your very worst day ... if you lost everything," said The Crossing Church's Amber Benavente. We know this goes well beyond providing practical care — it shows survivors that they are seen and they matter. ♥️

Convoy of Hope is supplying small towns with the resources they need to serve their communities. Food pantries are being filled, unhoused people are being served in both street outreaches and homeless shelters, veterans in nursing homes are receiving brand-new socks, and families are being reunited.❤️ This month, Convoy is featuring our U.S. Program to highlight all we're doing across the United States. To learn more, read about everything we’re doing here: h.ope.is/48lAQVK

Many women in Convoy of Hope's Women's Empowerment programs become community leaders. ♥️ Five friends trained in our Women’s Empowerment program at a church in Nicaragua — Andria, Ana, Nohemi, Belkis, and another Ana. Now working together to farm corn, they are feeding their families as well as local children in a Convoy feeding program. When you help us empower a woman, you raise up leaders who will impact others. Learn more: h.ope.is/4nkGj5v

Food security is changing kids' lives! 🥣♥️ Convoy of Hope is currently feeding 677,000 children around the globe every school day. On top of that, last year our team distributed 150,000 meals across the U.S. through our Children's Summer Feeding initiative, and we are already underway to distribute more this year. Because meals not only bring security and new opportunity — they also bring smiles back. 😊

Disaster roundup 🚨🚚 Convoy of Hope is responding around the world, meeting communities on their hardest days. Convoy has been responding to flooding in Michigan and Wisconsin, a tornado in Oklahoma, and the wildfires across South Georgia. Team members have been on the ground, bringing essential supplies to help affected communities — and in Georgia, we’re also bringing relief to first responders on the front lines. We are also responding in Saipan in the wake of Super Typhoon Sinlaku, which caused widespread damage — our team is providing supplies and supporting cleanup efforts as recovery is underway. We also continue to support Jamaica through relief supplies in underserved communities still recovering from Hurricane Melissa. Read more and join our responses at h.ope.is/4czSis6.

Our partners are top-tier, and so are our volunteers! Convoy of Hope recently partnered with @MftH and 200 volunteers to pack meals that will be distributed through Convoy's programs around the world. These meals contain vital nutrients that each program country will customize to their culture's specific needs, ensuring participants receive food they enjoy. We're want to express our thanks to the many friends who made this event possible!

Without clean water, life is a deep struggle.💧 In Tanzania, about 4 million people lack access to clean water. This is a fraction of the 2.3 billion people living in water-stressed countries today. To address this global issue, Convoy of Hope has implemented water interventions in program countries like Tanzania. Now using a water well Convoy drilled, people like Yusuph have access to clean water. ‘’I am happy now. I can walk a short distance to fetch water for daily-use activities in my household. I have enough time to do other economic activities for household income.' To learn more about how we are providing opportunity through clean water, click the link here: h.ope.is/4u0UHlk

Convoy of Hope’s Agriculture program offers schools around the world the opportunity to grow a small-plot garden where students can learn agriculture skills and enjoy the food they produce.🌱 Creating a sustainable future is about more than just providing meals — it’s about teaching life skills that empower generations to grow and thrive. To learn more about these students and others, check out this story here: h.ope.is/4sOCiqS

Judy faced immense challenges balancing classes while caring for her son, Nelson, who required full-time support. With help from Convoy of Hope’s Mothers’ Club, Nelson received a wheelchair — giving him independence and Judy the ability to pursue her career goals. Now earning income through her jewelry, she’s able to better provide for her family. To read more of her family's story, click the link here: h.ope.is/42iDEiJ

Children around the world face malnutrition and food insecurity. This not only impacts their growth and development but also their education and opportunities to shape their future. 🥣 Convoy of Hope works to ensure that children have meals each school day. By providing consistent access to nutritious food, we help children stay healthy, focused, and ready to learn. Every meal given is a step toward breaking the cycle of poverty and giving children the chance to dream, grow, and succeed. To learn more about what Convoy is doing globally, check out our website: h.ope.is/3QdOmo5

Women like Patricia are finding purpose. ♥️🌱 When her husband left and her daughter moved away, Patricia found herself alone, wrestling with loss. Her husband told her she wouldn't be able to make it without him. "That made me feel hopeless, weak, and not brave enough," she said. But in the middle of that darkness, Patricia found healing while engaging in Convoy of Hope's Women's Empowerment training. There, she learned practical skills in agriculture and even began investing in a school garden alongside other women in her community. "Now I feel free. I'm happy, and my life has truly changed," Patricia said. Your support not only gives women practical training, but the opportunity to find their worth. #womensempowerment #storiesofhope #communityimpact

A full plate means a hope-filled future. ♥️ Since the beginning, Convoy of Hope has been dedicated to reaching those facing poverty in tangible ways — providing hope through action. We're working with families on a holistic scale, not just feeding kids, but lessening burdens for their entire family through our Children's Feeding and empowerment programs. Help us feed one million kids and change futures for good! Visit h.ope.is/4c4uhcp for more.

🚨 Oahu flooding response update 🚨 Convoy of Hope teams are on the ground, distributing essential relief supplies, including cleaning supplies, after devastating floods on the island. We are grateful for the support from @Walmart and @HomeDepotFound who have generously donated supplies to help people during these very difficult times. Thank you to everyone who has made this response possible!

Thanks to @HomeDepotFound for helping @ConvoyofHope deliver hope during difficult times.

🚨 Convoy of Hope is bringing hope and life-giving aid to the residents of Oahu, which has experienced massive flooding across the state. 🚨 It marks the worst flooding the area has seen in the past two decades. Rescue efforts have saved over 230 individuals, including 72 children and adults who were airlifted from a spring break youth camp that was especially at risk. Convoy of Hope is bringing hope and life-giving aid to the residents of Oahu during this disaster. Stay tuned here for updates: h.ope.is/4bqHpIy (AP Photo/Mengshin Lin)

One person taking small steps of kindness can change a life. Partnering with Convoy of Hope gives you the opportunity to expand your resources and help people around the globe, making you the one who helps the one.🌍 Together we can bring hope where it's needed the most!🤝 h.ope.is/3PgLDJY

The power of a phone call. ♥️ Over a year later, we’re still supporting those who were impacted by Hurricane Helene. To date, we have distributed over 5 million pounds of resources and served hundreds of thousands of survivors, meeting tangible needs and giving them hope for the future. To learn more about our latest responses, visit h.ope.is/4liU2s. #hurricane #ashevillehurricane #hurricanehelene

Convoy of Hope stays long after a disaster strikes. 🚚 When Category 4 Hurricane Ida devastated Louisiana and the Gulf Coast in 2021, the needs in affected communities were massive. Over a year after the initial response, Convoy returned to LaPlace, Louisiana, in 2022 to host a recovery event. “People are still recovering — and those people still matter to us,” said Eric Gordon of Convoy of Hope. “Long after others have moved on, we have not moved on.” Convoy is committed to staying after the storm. Help us meet long-term needs today.♥️ Visit h.ope.is/4ds45t7.