Build Relationships. Break Poverty.

In January, we asked you, our thoughtful and curious community, what questions you had for Children’s HopeChest President and CEO, Ken Sparks.

You asked, and Ken answered! In this month’s unique episo…

This first podcast episode of the year features HopeChest President and CEO, Ken Sparks. 

Hear about significant victories from 2020, as well as Ken’s vision for the organization in 2021. You don’t wa…

For many, this year has been a struggle with mental health. 

This month we are sharing an interview with Andrea Mazariegos and Jose Carlos Ramos, two Guatemala CarePoint Coordinators with backgrounds …

Having a resonant business is now about more than providing a great product or service.

Did you know that 90% of Gen Z believes companies must act to help social and environmental issues and 75% will …

How is the pandemic affecting one of the most impoverished communities in Kenya, and what is being done to meet critical needs and create opportunities for long-term change in that area? 

Hellen Makan…

Children’s HopeChest stands on the side of justice. 

Hear from Ken Sparks (HopeChest President and CEO), Rachel Andrews (VP of Community Partnerships), and Mickey Gutema (Ethiopia Country Director) ab…

This month’s podcast episode is part two and the last of the multi-episode “day in the life” series featuring HopeChest’s Ugandan and Ethiopian in-country staff.

Hear straight from Fikre, Yared, and A…

While traveling last winter, VP of Community Partnerships, Rachel Andrews, sat down with Fikre, Yared, and Alex, who shared what their daily work is like at the head office in Ethiopia as Program Coo…

Combined, Ezra, Stella, and Philip have 15 years of experience leading communities in Uganda. Although Children’s HopeChest’s CarePoint community development begins by focusing on children, these thr…

Combined, Ezra, Stella, and Philip have 15 years of experience leading communities in Uganda. Although Children’s HopeChest’s CarePoint community development begins by focusing on children, these thr…

Not even a Colorado blizzard could stop these two from recording an episode for “Build Relationships. Break Poverty.” 

In this month’s episode, Sam and Rachel (VP of Community Partnerships) talk throu…

We’re publishing our first podcast of the year, and this one is in celebration of our 25th anniversary!

During this exciting conversation, Sally Townsend (Chairperson of the Board) and Ken Sparks (CEO…

We use the word “transformation” a lot here at Children’s HopeChest. Sometimes, when a word is used so often, it can begin to feel lackluster. 

Today on the “Build Relationships. Break Poverty.” podca…

Today we are delighted to share a special conversation with Rachel Andrews (HopeChest VP of Community Partnerships) and Masha Bodrova (HopeChest Russia Finance and Program Coordinator), who have been…

Do you remember the songs that have transformed your life? The songs that have met you on dark days and carried you to brighter seasons? Music's power to heal and encourage is universal, but today Lo…

Simon Okello is a man who makes instant friends. He has been working with Children’s HopeChest for over seven years and is Uganda’s Sponsorship and Communications Manager. In this position Simon gets…

This year Children’s HopeChest is celebrating 25 years as an organization and we’re reflecting on where it all started. 

Katya Celenina, HopeChest Russia Country Director is recognized for her experti…

Why doesn’t HopeChest allow travelers to bring bags full of toys to hand out to children? Why are HopeChest trips called “partner visits” and not “mission trips?” Why do we ask travelers to never lea…

Today we have a fun episode of “Build Relationships. Break Poverty.” This conversation is with JoE, who has spent at least 20 years emotionally supporting youth across various cultures, equipping adu…

Today we’re thrilled to share this conversation with Carolina Cardona, who is HopeChest’s Country Director of Guatemala. Carolina is a delight to speak with and this conversation is particularly enco…