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Build Relationships. Break Poverty.

Children's HopeChest

48 episodes

2 days ago

Join Will Crooks and Pastor Jim Cords from St. Timothy in San Jose, California, as they celebrate the journey of CarePoint graduation. From igniting leadership in adolescents to inspiring generosity and discipleship in a congregation, this episode shows how communities can transform when faith, vision, and intentional relationships come together. Hear stories of children finding confidence, communities embracing sustainability, and the powerful ripple effects of walking the long haul together...

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Join Will Crooks and Pastor Jim Cords from St. Timothy in San Jose, California, as they celebrate the journey of CarePoint graduation. From igniting leadership in adolescents to inspiring generosity and discipleship in a congregation, this episode shows how communities can transform when faith, vision, and intentional relationships come together. Hear stories of children finding confidence, communities embracing sustainability, and the powerful ripple effects of walking the long haul together...

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Episodes (20/48)

Build Relationships. Break Poverty.

Immeasurably More With Jim Cords

Join Will Crooks and Pastor Jim Cords from St. Timothy in San Jose, California, as they celebrate the journey of CarePoint graduation. From igniting leadership in adolescents to inspiring generosity and discipleship in a congregation, this episode shows how communities can transform when faith, vision, and intentional relationships come together. Hear stories of children finding confidence, communities embracing sustainability, and the powerful ripple effects of walking the long haul together...

2 days ago

24 minutes

Build Relationships. Break Poverty.

Starting with the End in Mind w/ Krista Carver

In this episode of Build Relationships. Break Poverty., we continue our Path to Graduation series with Partner Krista Carver from Core Community Church in Shelby, Ohio. Krista shares how her church, though small in size, has built two thriving partnerships—one in Guatemala and one in Uganda—through obedience, relationship, and a vision for sustainability. Together, we explore what it means to start a partnership with the end in mind, how true transformation happens through relationship, and h...

1 week ago

28 minutes

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Voices from the Field on CarePoint Graduation

What does it take for a CarePoint to transition from external support to local leadership? In this roundtable conversation, HopeChest brings together Tenbit (Ethiopia), Isaac (Uganda), and Sam (Guatemala) alongside CEO Ken Sparks to share insights from the frontlines of CarePoint graduation. From building strong community leadership teams to empowering youth through alumni networks, they discuss the challenges, lessons, and successes of preparing communities to sustain their own programs. Hea...

1 month ago

37 minutes

Build Relationships. Break Poverty.

Walking With CarePoints: Jen deBruin on Graduation and Transformation

Jen deBruin has walked alongside three CarePoints for over a decade. In this episode, she shares what graduation means for the communities, children, and families she loves—and how relationships and transformation make it all possible. Learn more about CarePoint Graduation by visiting hopechest.org/carepoint-graduation. Want to catch up on our full #PathToGraduation series? Check out our blog and podcast at hopechest.org/blog-and-podcast! Support the show

1 month ago

23 minutes

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Stories of Hope from Uganda: Richard & Alice’s CarePoint Journeys

Hear powerful stories from Kabermaido CarePoint, located in Eastern Uganda. This conversation features two graduates from the CarePoint: Richard and Alice. Be inspired as they describe the impact that the CarePoint has had on their lives, from supporting them through loss, to providing them with an education, and more. They also share about how they found their passions for giving back to their community. Community Relationship Manager, Isaac, also explains the rewarding development that he ...

1 year ago

18 minutes

Build Relationships. Break Poverty.

Ending Gender-Based Violence in Ethiopia: A Conversation with I Care For the Nation Founder

Discover the inspiring work of I Care for the Nation CarePoint in our conversation with founder Ayneabeba "Ayni" Maru. Based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, the CarePoint focuses on sustainable development, providing holistic care and job training to vulnerable women and children. Ayni discusses their advocacy efforts in policymaking, promoting emotional well-being, and their overarching goal to end gender-based violence and poverty through girls' education. Join us for this insightful 30-minute ...

1 year ago

34 minutes

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Leaving a Legacy Through Sponsorship: Atkelt Simon's Story

In the grand finale of our "Fueling the Future" series, we're honored to have Atkelt Simon, an extraordinary individual who once benefited from sponsorship and is now a vital part of the HopeChest team. Join us as Atkelt shares his remarkable journey from being a sponsored child to a dedicated employee, shedding light on the transformative power of sponsorship for young adults during this pivotal stage of life. Support the show

2 years ago

24 minutes

Build Relationships. Break Poverty.

Living Life on Mission with the DeBruins

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2 years ago

44 minutes

Build Relationships. Break Poverty.

A Transformational Relationship: Julie and Justin's HopeChest Friendship

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2 years ago

22 minutes

Build Relationships. Break Poverty.

Empowered Generation: Unleashing the Potential of Older Youth with Jim Cords

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2 years ago

26 minutes

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From Sponsorship to Success: The Transformative Power of Relationship

In this episode, we hear the inspiring story of a couple who decided to sponsor a child in need, not just for a short-term period, but until the child became an adult and achieved success. We explore how the relationship between the couple and the child grew over the years and how they provided not just financial support, but also emotional support and guidance. We learn about the accountability that the couple held the child to, and how it encouraged the child to take ownership of their own ...

2 years ago

42 minutes

Build Relationships. Break Poverty.

From Russia with Love: The Inspiring Story of HopeChest's Roots

Welcome to the launch of "Fueling the Future," a new series by Children's HopeChest that's all about investing in today's teens and young adults to empower tomorrow's leaders. In this episode, we're thrilled to be joined by four of our own employees, including Rachel Andrews, VP of International Operations, as well as Masha, Yana, and Tanya from our team in Russia. Together, we'll explore the transformative impact of investing in young adults, and dive into the roots of Children's HopeChest a...

2 years ago

36 minutes

Build Relationships. Break Poverty.

Partnership Story – Jim Foubister and Billy Swanson, Tri County Air Conditioning and Heating

Community-to-community relationships are an important part of the HopeChest approach. We share lots of incredible transformation stories from the countries where we work, but what is the transformation like for the communities here in the United States? We are so excited to be sharing a series that features our partners in the United States! In this series, we’ll be hearing from former and current HopeChest Partnership Leaders, pastors and church leaders, business leaders, and other partners ...

2 years ago

25 minutes

Build Relationships. Break Poverty.

Partnership Story – John Sparks, The River Church

Community-to-community relationships are an important part of the HopeChest approach. We share lots of incredible transformation stories from the countries where we work, but what is the transformation like for the communities here in the United States? We are so excited to be sharing a series that features our partners in the United States! In this series, we’ll be hearing from former and current HopeChest Partnership Leaders, pastors and church leaders, and other partners talk about their o...

3 years ago

21 minutes

Build Relationships. Break Poverty.

Partnership Story – Brandon Boos, Faith & Zion Lutheran Church

Community-to-community relationships are an important part of the HopeChest approach. We share lots of incredible transformation stories from the countries where we work, but what is the transformation like for the communities here in the United States? We are so excited to be sharing a series that features our partners in the United States! In this series, we’ll be hearing from former and current HopeChest Partnership Leaders, pastors and church leaders, and other partners talk about their o...

3 years ago

17 minutes

Build Relationships. Break Poverty.

Partnership Story – Jen Debruin, Orphans of Teso Connect Community

Community-to-community relationships are an important part of the HopeChest approach. We share lots of incredible transformation stories from the countries where we work, but what is the transformation like for the communities here in the United States? We are so excited to be sharing a series that features our partners in the United States! In this series, we’ll be hearing from former and current HopeChest Partnership Leaders, pastors and church leaders, and other partners talk about their o...

3 years ago

17 minutes

Build Relationships. Break Poverty.

Partnership Story - Thad Spring, All Shores Wesleyan Church

Community-to-community relationships are an important part of the HopeChest approach. We share lots of incredible transformation stories from the countries where we work, but what is the transformation like for the communities here in the United States? We are so excited to be sharing a series that features our partners in the United States! In this series, we’ll be hearing from former and current HopeChest Partnership Leaders, pastors and church leaders, and other partners talk about their o...

3 years ago

23 minutes

Build Relationships. Break Poverty.

Partnership Story - Steven Deur, Watermark Church

Community-to-community relationships are an important part of the HopeChest approach. We share lots of incredible transformation stories from the countries where we work, but what is the transformation like for the communities here in the United States? We are so excited to be sharing a brand new series on our podcast, “Build Relationships, Break Poverty” featuring our partners in the United States! In this series, we’ll be hearing from former and current HopeChest Partnership Leaders, pasto...

3 years ago

28 minutes

Build Relationships. Break Poverty.

You Asked, Guatemala's Country Director Answered

In October, we asked you, our thoughtful and curious community, what questions you had for Children’s HopeChest Guatemala Country Director, Carolina Cardona. You asked, and Carolina answered! In this month’s unique episode, we are featuring your fantastic questions for Carolina. Support the show (http://www.hopechest.org) Support the show

4 years ago

40 minutes

Build Relationships. Break Poverty.

You Asked, Ethiopia's Country Director Answered

In August, we asked you, our thoughtful and curious community, what questions you had for Children’s HopeChest Uganda Country Director, Milkias "Mickey" Taye. You asked, and Mickey answered! In this month’s unique episode, we are featuring your fantastic questions for Mickey. Support the show (www.hopechest.org) Support the show

4 years ago

21 minutes