The first day of school carries a special kind of hope. New notebooks still crisp. Uniforms neatly pressed. Shoes tied tight. For many children, it’s a normal rhythm of life. For the girls at Refugio de Vida (Refuge of Life) near Pucallpa, Peru, school is often something far more fragile-and far more sacred.…
At Refugio de Esperanza in Bolivia, the start of a new school year feels like a fresh sunrise. Class schedules are posted, uniforms are pressed, and the house hums with the kind of anticipation only children can create-equal parts excitement, nerves, and big dreams. This year, Director “Mama Gladys” couldn’t stop smiling as…
A Historic Visit: Church of God General Overseer Dr. Gary Lewis Visits Refugio de Esperanza, Bolivia
At the recent Latin America Bolivian National Convention, the highlight came with the presence of the Church of God International General Overseer, Dr. Gary Lewis. Dr. Lewis preached a powerful message that inspired leaders and believers across the region. Yet, one of the most meaningful moments of his trip took place not in…
Climbing Mountains for Orphaned Youth: Beth Webley’s Heart for Transition Students in Bolivia & Peru
At Haven of Hope International, we’re blessed to have supporters who don’t just talk about change-they climb mountains for it. One of those champions is Beth Webley, a dedicated member of our Advisory Board whose heart beats for young people aging out of care in Bolivia. For the past three years, Beth has been walking…
Haven of Hope International Orphan Care Training Institute (OCTI) had the distinct honor of leading a groundbreaking training for nearly 80 directors and leaders of orphan care agencies from across Bolivia. The event, held in Santa Cruz at the request of the Bolivian Office of Children and Families, brought together leaders who collectively…
Recently one of our littlest girls found herself in a predicament that is not uncommon for girls her age. She got her hair hopelessly tangled into a comb. When careful pulling and gentle tugging weren’t enough to free her locks, her caregiver’s assistant lost no time in finding a dignified solution to the…
Nestled within the bustling activities of the Haven of Hope Bolivia (HOHB), a new chapter is unfolding – one that promises to shape futures and build skills. We are thrilled to announce the development of a Woodworking Workshop in our Vocational Training Center. This initiative is turning heads and hearts toward the boundless…
In a world that is home to 153 million orphans, it’s vital to recognize that for 99% of them, their orphanage becomes their lifelong sanctuary. The enormity of this number is staggering, but the true crisis lies not in the sheer quantity of orphans, but rather in what happens to them when they…
The new Rhonda Jarvis Boys’ Dream Center on the Joe Morici Boys’ Campus in Bolivia uses a new water filter that connects to the original well. This is already saving the home thousands of dollars a year, by not having to use the city’s water at all their buildings. We sincerely appreciate the…
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our inaugural year for the Director Training Internship program at Refugio de Esperanza in Santa Cruz, Bolivia, and the introduction of our very first Director Training Intern, Samwell. HOH Bolivia Director, Marco (pictured above on left) greeted Samwell (pictured above on right) at the airport…