The Hope Effect

“However we treat the child, the child will treat the world.” - Pam Leo 📸: Michoacán, Mexico #thehopeeffect #orphancare #weekendwisdom

This week, our team in Sonora had the opportunity to share our vision with government leaders who advocate for children's rights in Mexico. The response was encouraging, and we continue to build support in Sonora. Thank you for making it possible.

We’re halfway through National Foster Care Month and we have incredible news! You reached our first goal, and new donors have stepped up to increase the match There is still time to double your impact and help more children grow up safe, known, and loved. hopeeffect.com/circle-of-hope

“Now, he’s a loving, affectionate boy who enjoys life, smiles often, and is always playing and enjoying every moment.” Join the Circle of Hope today and change the lives of more children like Alexander! hopeeffect.com/circle-of-hope

Just $13 a month covers the cost of one full day in a family for a child. One day of being known and loved, one day that can change a life. Join the Circle of Hope now and your monthly gift will be matched through the end of the year! hopeeffect.com/circle-of-hope

“You were born with the ability to change someone’s life. Don’t ever waste it.” - Dale Partridge 📸: Michoacán, Mexico #thehopeeffect #orphancare #mondaymotivation

“No language can express the power and beauty and heroism of a mother’s love.” – Edwin Hubbel Chapin Happy Mother’s Day! Moms, thank you for your constant love and encouragement. You make a difference in ways that truly last. #thehopeeffect #orphancare #mothersday

“There is nothing more beautiful than someone who goes out of their way to make life beautiful for others.” - Mandy Hale 📸: Sonora, Mexico #thehopeeffect #orphancare #weekendwisdom

"Miranda, you are a wonderful, extraordinary little girl with an extraordinary future ahead of you. I love you always." Every day, Miranda hears words of love, encouragement, and support from her foster mother. Thank you for changing her life! youtu.be/Z02gg97uMxU?si…

Miranda spent the first two years of her life in an orphanage. Her life changed when she was welcomed into the home and hearts of a foster family last November. Join us tomorrow as we share her story, a story celebrating the beautiful bond between a foster mother and daughter.

“The young remember most deeply...When we are old and failing, it is the memories of childhood which can be summoned most clearly.” - Dan Simmons 📸: Michoacán, Mexico #thehopeeffect #orphancare #wednesdaywisdom

“The first happiness of a child is to know that he is loved.” - Don Bosco 📸: Sonora, Mexico #thehopeeffect #orphancare #weekendwisdom

This May, we celebrate National Foster Care Month and the lives being changed through the love of a family. Thank you for making that possible. Every child deserves to be safe, known, and loved. Every child deserves a family. #thehopeeffect #orphancare #circleofhope

Today, Mexico celebrates Children's Day, a day to honor children's rights. In honor of Children's Day, our team in Michoacán hosted a celebration for foster families. It was beautiful to see this community supporting and encouraging one another. Every child deserves a family.

¡Gracias, Jalisco! This week, several team members traveled to Jalisco to meet with government leaders as we continue working together for a brighter future for the children in that region. We are grateful for their commitment to ensuring every child grows up in a loving family.

“Always smile back at little children. To ignore them is to destroy their belief that the world is good.” - Pam Brown 📸: Mae Sot, Thailand #thehopeeffect #orphancare #wednesdaywisdom

The team is growing! We are thrilled to share that Briana Holiday has joined our staff as our Advancement Director. Briana is honored to help connect people to the life-changing work of placing children in families. Welcome Briana!

"Family means no one gets left behind or forgotten." - David Ogden Stiers 📸: Sonora, Mexico #thehopeeffect #orphancare #weekendwisdom

Did you know that less than 1% of orphaned and vulnerable children will ever be adopted? How we care for the remaining 99% matters. Visit hopeeffect.com to learn how you can change the way the world cares for orphans! #thehopeeffect #orphancare

“To every child – I dream of a world where you can laugh, dance, sing, learn, live in peace and be happy.” - Malala Yousafzai 📸: Nuevo León, Mexico #thehopeeffect #orphancare #weekendwisdom