Hope in the Aftermath of Tragedy
Just like darkness envelops the world as the sun sinks below the horizon, the shadow of suffering can also engulf our hearts, crowding out Hope. That’s what our friends in…
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Malia Rodriguez
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A Comprehensive Guide – Donate to the Poor in the Poorest Nations
At Bright Hope, we know you want to help the world’s poorest families leave behind hunger, fear, and isolation. To do that, these families need a reliable way to put…
The Greatest Love
On the day after Valentine’s Day, love is still in the air for many. But for others, love may seem elusive or bring up a mixture of strong emotions. …
A Permanent Pandemic of Hopelessness
Can you believe it? 2021 is almost over! A year ago, we could not wait to close the book on 2020—a year spoiled by fear, sickness, loneliness, and frustration. But now, at the end…
Discover the formula for generosity!
If you’re reading this, you might be among the wealthiest people on the planet. Sure, if you compare yourself with your neighbor down the street or the celebrities on TV…
The Most Dangerous Place to be a Mom
It’s May—a month to thank God for our moms! Mothers give us life, love, and the courage to face our fears. But in impoverished communities, becoming a mother can be…
Thank you for giving! The Natoot Farm has water again!
We have great news!!! Thanks to your generosity, the Natoot Farm in Turkana, Kenya has a brand-new well! Over the weekend, they installed the new pump and tested the water…
A heaping helping of thankfulness this Thanksgiving
Sometimes it’s hard to feel thankful. When you lose your job, your health, or a loved one to an incurable disease, grief can feel suffocating. Just like a fire that…
The Secret to Happiness
(Disclaimer: this post is directed to families who have enough money to meet all or most of their basic needs, and some of their wants too.) I have two elementary-aged…
Boaz: A Biblical Example of Caring for the Poor
When God began building a nation, He wanted to make sure that no one would get left behind. All throughout the Old Testament, and especially in the first five books,…