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Teachers

Dear 
 

On May 6, we celebrated National Teachers' Day. It was a great opportunity to celebrate all that teachers do. They encourage us, inspire us, and motivate us to be the best we can be. Common Hope is privileged to work with many outstanding teachers in Guatemala, and we're grateful for the support of teachers in the U.S. Read on for the latest news.

 
 
NEWS FROM 
GUATEMALA
 
Former New Hope student takes on a new role 
  

A former student at New Hope, Henry (pictured at right), has now taken on the role of coordinating the youth development program for the community. Passionate about what he's doing, Henry believes that you can make positive changes in students' lives by spending time with them and developing relationships. Read more about this inspiring young man and how his journey after graduation led him back to Common Hope.

  
 

 
 
SUPPORTERS 
IN ACTION
 
Philanthropy course awards Common Hope $20,000

Students at the University of Texas had a rare opportunity to become major philanthropists by participating in a course called, Philanthropy: The Power of Giving. A highly competitive class to be accepted into, the course was designed to teach students how to evaluate charities based on the organization's effectiveness.

 

Students were given $100,000 from an anonymous donor and assigned the task of researching and selecting charities to receive donations. Common Hope was honored to be one of five recipients. To read more about the course, the students' evaluation process, and what they discovered about Common Hope, click below.

 

Pictured: Students Khoi and Christina present the check for Common Hope.

  
 READ MORE 
 

 
 
YOU CAN 
HELP
 
First grader and aspiring doctor needs a sponsor

Vani

First grader Vani just celebrated her 7th birthday on April 12. She loves to sing, especially in school activities. She also likes to jump rope and play with her best friend Ambar at recess. When she grows up, Vani dreams of becoming a doctor.

 

Vani has four siblings. Right now, her family lives on communal ground, but her mom and dad are trying hard to get their own land and improve their living conditions. They encourage their kids to study hard so they can create a brighter future for themselves and their family. 

 

Your support will keep Vani on the path to graduation and make a huge impact in her family's life. To become Vani's sponsor, send an email to Jessie Szopinski, call 651.917.0917, or sponsor her online

  
 

 
NOTES FROM
THE FIELD

Ian and Dad

Keep up throughout the month with our blog, Notes from the FieldRecent posts include a very generous use of chore money, a tribute to our teachers, and an authentic yet "easy-peasy" recipe for black beans.

 
 
 


 
VISION TEAM
OPENINGS
 

Want to travel with a purpose? Join one of our Vision Teams! We have a number of fall openings in 2014, but hurry because they will book up fast! Dates include: 
  • Aug. 31-Sept. 2
  • Sept. 14-21 (open for individual joiners)
  • Sept. 28-Oct. 5 
  • NOW OPEN! Oct. 12-19
  • Oct. 26-Nov. 2

We are now scheduling for 2015 as well! You can check out the trip calendar on our website.

 

 




 
INTERESTED IN ORGANIZING A SUPPLY DRIVE?


Each year, Common Hope provides more than 3,300 school bags to students in need. We rely on donations from our supporters to make this possible. Just one supply drive can make a huge difference! If you're interested in organizing one, please contact Colleen at [email protected] for more information. 
  


 
MARK YOUR CALENDARS! UPCOMING EVENTS

May Calendar

Summer is fast approaching, which means schedules will fill up quickly. Here are a few upcoming events to mark on your calendars:
 
May 22-Sponsor coffee hour,
10 am at our St. Paul office
 
June 19-Sponsor coffee hour,
10 am at our St. Paul office
 
July 19-Noche de Colores in Charlotte, N.C. Purchase Tickets
 
August 4-Common Hope Golf Classic Featuring Rich Gannon. Register today at: 
www.commonhope.org/golf

 

All event details can be found on our Event Calendar!
  


  
EDUCATING
CHILDREN
EMPOWERING
FAMILIES

Common Hope was established in 1986 to bring hope and opportunity to families living in poverty in Guatemala. Since then we have grown to serve more than 11,000 children and adults as they work toward their goals of a better life. 
 


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