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Shopping Cart Full of Food

Cathy Baek — Thu, 10 May 2012 13:03:53 -0400

The other day, we received a shopping cart full of food, thanks to Dawson, who wanted to fulfill his school's community service hours by helping other kids. After doing some research online, he came across GCHope and decided to be a part of our We’ve Got Your Back program.

LifeStraws for Peru

Cathy Baek — Fri, 04 May 2012 18:00:10 -0400

In early April, Peru's government declared a state of emergency in Loreto due to the Amazon River flooding, the worst in three decades. Over 190,000 people have either lost their homes or suffered significant damage in the flooding.

Medical Missions Outreach 2012 - Bangui, Central African Republic

Cathy Baek — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:09:27 -0400

Victor Ojukwu and his parents recently came back from a medical mission trip in Bangui, Central African Republic, sponsored by Adonai Missions International. Victor's father, a doctor, and his mother, a nurse, treated children and adults who were suffering from malaria, malnutrition, and other diseases.

Celebration of Hope Event Update

GCHope — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 18:35:48 -0400

Giving Children Hope’s Non-Profit Partner Manager, Sean Lawrence, had the privilege of hosting an information table at Willow Creek Community Church's _Celebration of Hope._ Sean was able to share with hundreds of attendees about the work that has been done with Willow Creek over the past year as well as GCHope’s plans for 2

Love-Lift Ministries Gives to People in Need

GCHope — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 18:55:23 -0400

Love-Lift Ministries founder, Marilyn Kunde visits GCH on a decently regular basis. Our partnership has helped provide personal care bags for thousands.

New Partners find Giving Children Hope on Google

GCHope — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 18:24:44 -0400

Kimley-Horn and Associates, inc. hosted a food drive and partnered with GCH to supply for homeless children in Orange County.

Free Tickets for NCAA Women's PAC 12 Tournament

Holly Johns — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 15:36:02 -0500

Support "We've Got Your Back":weve-got-your-back.html and receive free tickets to the NCAA Women's PAC 12 Tournament! Giving Children Hope received 800 tickets courtesy of AEG for the NCAA Women's PAC 12 tournament for March 7 and 8.

Coordinating Change

Holly Johns — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:45:24 -0500

_This guest blog comes from Jennifer Donovan.

Following the Call to Uganda

Holly Johns — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:05:37 -0500

Jake and Khara Tirabassi, members of RockHarbor Church in Costa Mesa, are making a giant leap of faith as they travel to Uganda, answering God's call in their lives.

The Street: Educating The Next Generation

Holly Johns — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 20:17:07 -0500

If there’s one thing I remember about my childhood, it’s the quintessential show for children -- Sesame Street. I’m pretty sure my parents remember even more about it because they haven’t let me forget the hours I spent watching those Muppets sing and dance down the street known as Sesame.

We've Got the Holiday Spirit

Holly Johns — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 18:24:33 -0500

For the past few weeks, Giving Children Hope staff, donors, supporters, partners and volunteers have been working around the clock to gather and wrap presents for homeless children in Orange County.

Breakfast with Santa

Holly Johns — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 20:43:10 -0500

Lazy Dog Cafe at the Los Cerritos Center hosted a very special event to help get everyone in the holiday spirit.

Toys for Tots Arrive!

Holly Johns — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 20:15:22 -0500

Every winter, Giving Children Hope begins the happiest and most joyful time of the year: the holiday season for We've Got Your Back. In addition to providing backpacks filled with nutritious food and nutrition education each and every week, GCHope also provides families with toys for the children for the holidays.

Nutrilite's CAN-do attitude

Holly Johns — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 19:58:20 -0500

Just up the street from the Giving Children Hope facility is a large building filled with employees with even larger hearts.

Orange Lutheran Volunteers Swarm GCHope

Holly Johns — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 19:44:16 -0500

An integral part of any Orange Lutheran High School student's experience is an off-campus service day, where students are encouraged to join their fellow classmates in a volunteer project.

Thanksgiving Rocks for We've Got Your Back Families

Holly Johns — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 19:37:06 -0500

ROCKHARBOR church in Costa Mesa wanted to reach out to less fortunate school children in Orange County for the holiday season and sought after a partnership with Giving Children Hope.

Weekend Warriors: Always Working

Holly Johns — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 19:13:29 -0500

This month's Saturday volunteer event was encouraging! So many groups were represented and so many activities were completed with their help! From college clubs and fraternities, to church groups, boy scout troops and international partners, all 150 volunteers were eager to get their hands dirty and get to work! Groups hel

Kohls Cares!

Holly Johns — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 18:32:11 -0500

As a part of a corporate volunteering initiative, employees from Kohl's retail stores are encouraged to give their time to local nonprofits and charities needing volunteers.

Supporting WGYB for the holidays!

Holly Johns — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 18:26:36 -0500

A group of employees from Price Waterhouse Cooper recently visited the Giving Children Hope facilities to volunteer their time. Volunteers helped in the We've Got Your Back program, a weekend nutrition program designed to provide meals for homeless children and their families each and every weekend.

Give a Gift that Gives Back

Holly Johns — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 14:35:45 -0500

For this holiday season, give a gift that gives back! Sponsor a LifeStraw(R) in honor of a loved one and receive a beautiful card explaining the impact of your gift. Just $20 gives the gift of clean water to a child or family in developing nations around the world for a year.

Reaching out for the Holidays

Holly Johns — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 14:17:42 -0500

The wonderful team at Southern California Edison hosted a company-wide food drive to benefit Giving Children Hope's We've Got Your Back program! With custom made posters, the promotions were inter-departmental and SCE raised barrels full of food.

Inspired to Move

Holly Johns — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 16:07:57 -0400

Timken first heard of Giving Children Hope and the local programs through the Orange County United Way. After finding more information about the We've Got Your back program, they were inspired to get involved. GCHope has been a partner of the Orange County United Way since 2006.

ADP Volunteers get Involved

Holly Johns — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 15:34:05 -0400

Offering an entire day of service, the wonderful and fun-loving volunteers from ADP spent their time supporting Giving Children Hope's local programs. The team began its volunteer day by helping to sort housewares, test appliances and assemble various household items.

Weekend Work Crew of All Ages

Holly Johns — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 14:12:18 -0400

It takes a lot of will power to sacrifice a Saturday morning after a long week at school, a trying week at the office, or a tough week with the kids at home.

Shire Pharmaceuticals: They've Got Your Back

Holly Johns — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 18:18:56 -0400

An upbeat and energetic team from Shire Pharmaceuticals came to support the We've Got Your Back program! The team was generous with their time and willing to help in any area. From applying labels, sorting food, stuffing backpacks and cutting name tags, the Shire Pharmaceuticals team had a hand in every aspect of preparation.

Beckman Coulter Volunteers

Holly Johns — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 18:04:49 -0400

After seeing the very special celebration of our "2,000th volunteer":celebrating-our-2000th-volunteer-this-year.html, additional staff from other departments were inspired and wanted in on the fun! A small but mighty team of Beckman Coulter associates came to the Giving Children Hope warehouse to volunteer their time in the We've Got Your Back program.

Dhont Family Foundation Matching Grant Challenge!

Holly Johns — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 12:50:47 -0400

The wonderful family at the Dhont Family Foundation just offered Giving Children Hope a $30,000 matching grant for We've Got Your Back! We need your help! You have the unique opportunity to double your impact and feed more homeless children in Orange County! We need to raise $30,000 to help us receive the matching grant! M

Seasons Greetings: We've Got Your Back Opportunities

Holly Johns — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 20:25:28 -0400

Holidays are just around the corner and this holiday season, we are giving Thanksgiving dinners, Christmas presents and toys to the kids enrolled in our We’ve Got Your Back program and we need your help! There are a number of ways for you to be involved: 1) Host a food drive for Thanksgiving-type food items (see flier belo

Be a part of GCHope History: Design our New Logo!

Holly Johns — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 13:44:44 -0400

*Calling all artists, graphic designers, and creative types!* Do you want to see your work displayed around the world? Do you want your design to be featured on boxes filled with lifesaving food and medicines? %Giving Children Hope (GCHope) is offering you the opportunity to get those creative juices flowing and help us re-br

Responding to Crisis: Somalia

Holly Johns — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 14:33:07 -0400

I've always been passionate about the way Giving Children Hope responds to disasters and crises worldwide. As a team with unique skill sets and experience levels, we work well together and respond as quickly and efficiently as possible to needs around the world.

Getting Ready For Our 2011 Gala "Timeless Hope!"

GCHope — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 20:17:16 -0400

Our Gala event "Timeless Hope" on Sunday, October 9th is right around the corner! This vintage-inspired evening will feature entertainment, silent auction and fine dining. Ways YOU can participate: Be a corporate sponsor, purchase tickets to reserve your table, donate silent auction items, volunteer.

Celebrating our 2,000th Volunteer this Year

Holly Johns — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 18:49:12 -0400

This afternoon, the Giving Children Hope staff prepared to shock and celebrate our Beckman Coulter volunteers with a big surprise: one of their team members would be our 2,000th volunteer this year! Watch the video to see how we celebrated this special guest!

Bringing Hope to the Table

Holly Johns — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 17:04:07 -0400

Giving Children Hope is grateful to have been able to supply medical equipment and supplies for Dr. Riba’s Health Club "(DrRHC)":http://www.drribashealthclub.org, which recently opened a new medical facility in Santa Ana, CA.

Volunteers Give their Weekend to Help

Holly Johns — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 16:02:03 -0400

On Saturday, July 9, 2011, a group of 23 volunteers, some only 6 or 7 years old, came to give their time to support Giving Children Hope.

Girl Scout Troop 177 Feeds Local Children

Holly Johns — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 15:59:45 -0400

Girls from Girl Scout Troop 177, in an effort to earn their Silver Scout Award, brought food to support homeless school children in Orange County through the We've Got Your Back program. The team hosted a food drive, delivered the collections, and then worked in the warehouse for the afternoon.

Heartfelt Story from Philippines Partner

Holly Johns — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 15:58:29 -0400

Sonia, a partner working to better lived in the Philippines, recently came to Giving Children Hope to receive supplies from the Mission Store. While visiting, she bumped into President & CEO John Ditty. See her story:

Pacific Pointe Helps Prepare Japan Shipment

Holly Johns — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 15:57:28 -0400

The Pacific Pointe Youth Group spent a day of their summer vacation to help sort medical supplies for an upcoming shipment at the Giving Children Hope offices. These supplies will be used to send additional aid to the devastated communities of Japan. Thanks for your hard work, Pacific Pointe!

Foreign Exchange Students Support the Cause

Holly Johns — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 15:55:58 -0400

A team of foreign exchange students from Spain, France and Finland spent their day volunteering at GCHope. These students were able to help in the Giving For Living and Mission Store area, assembling products for local distribution. Thanks for your hard work!

Tragedy meets miracle.

GCHope — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 16:52:52 -0400

A baby girl in Ecuador was born with a twisted bowel that went unnoticed for many hours, long enough to become necrotic or no longer functioning.

She will be loved.

GCHope — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 14:38:11 -0400

Here is the profound story of Maria Elda, long time patient at La Clinica El Buen Pastor in Honduras, sent in by our partners Sheree and Cindy:

Maria was one of my first patients at the government health center eight years ago. Quiet and somewhat serious, she arrived barely able to breathe.

CATS Foundation Helps Japan

Holly Johns — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 15:21:27 -0400

Cancer Advocacy Through Support (CATS) Foundation, a student run organization that promotes cancer awareness and relief, stopped by Giving Children Hope last Friday to donate supplies for Japan relief.

BB&T Fights Hunger in the Community

Holly Johns — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 12:42:12 -0400

Giving Children Hope, as a part of BB&T Insurance's Lighthouse Project, was selected to receive a grant for nearly $7,000. The BB&T team selected the We've Got Your Back program to support with this grant and volunteered to purchase food and backpacks with select GCHope staff members. Once purchased and delivered, the food

Honduras Clinic and Community Receives Hope

GCHope — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 12:15:56 -0400

According to Nationsencyclopedia.com, health conditions in Honduras have been known to be among the worst in the Western Hemisphere.

Giving Daddies Hope

Holly Johns — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 19:16:49 -0400

I just celebrated my first Father’s Day with my little joy, Abigail, who is almost 11 months old (where on earth does the time go)! Abigail, my wife and I relaxed with a small picnic along with my older brother (a father of three), and our dad.

Team from Bella Dia Salon & Day Spa Supports WGYB

Holly Johns — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 15:33:16 -0400

Earlier this month, Bella Dia Salon & Day Spa staff members gave their time to support the local community. This Buena Park salon, owned by GCHope Board Member Virginia Vaughn, has been dedicated to supporting the local We've Got Your Back program.

Buena Park High School Football: Second Quarter

Holly Johns — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 16:23:38 -0400

Giving Children Hope was pleased to have the Buena Park High School football team return to the office for a second round of volunteering! The men of the football team were, as always, highly respectful and willing to help in any and all areas. Members of the team, led by Head Coach Anthony White, helped to sort food for the

Students Serve for a Day

Holly Johns — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 16:10:18 -0400

More than 100 high school students from Whittier Christian High School gathered at the Giving Children Hope facility for a day of service.

A Year of Service with Giving Children Hope

Holly Johns — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 12:07:44 -0400

_My coast to coast journey and the lessons I’ve learned along the way…_ It’s been nearly a year since I left my job in New York and joined Giving Children Hope to pursue socially impactful work.

Joplin Not Forgotten

GCHope — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 16:59:33 -0400

If you've turned on the news lately, you've probably heard about the series of "natural disasters":devastation-hits-home.html that struck across the United States from floods and tornadoes, to massive snow storms.

General Mills Serves "We've Got Your Back"

GCHope — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 14:07:31 -0400

General Mills employees came to GCHope to help sort food, pack backpacks and prepare for distribution of food to homeless children in Orange County. They were a tremendous help and even provided food to help stuff the backpacks! We are extremely grateful for their service and support!

Joplin Shipment Received

GCHope — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 14:04:03 -0400

Our partners in Joplin, MO have officially received the shipment of disaster relief items. The pastor of Calvary Chapel in Joplin says this shipment is an answer to prayer and will help many members of the community. Please check www.gchope.org for ways to pray for and further help Joplin. ... (more info) (less info)

Joplin Disaster Relief

GCHope — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 14:02:53 -0400

A truckload of disaster relief items left for Joplin, MO today in partnership with Calvary Chapel La Habra. These supplies will provide aid to communities hit by the deadliest single tornado since 2008, where hundreds have been killed and thousands are left displaced.

We've Got Your Back Begins in San Diego

GCHope — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 14:00:51 -0400

For the first distribution of We've Got Your Back in San Diego, GCHope staff made the trip to speak with the power behind the program ...

ABC 7 Pay It Forward: Giving Children Hope

GCHope — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 13:57:10 -0400

ABC 7's Community campaign, Pay it Forward, allowed our wonderful partners at Buena Park Downtown to nominate GCHope and the We've Got Your Back program to win $7,000. Here's the nomination video. Wish us luck! ... (more info) (less info)

Preschoolers Provide Snacks for Orange County Homeless Children

GCHope — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 13:54:49 -0400

After teaching a Sunday School class about "Jesus and the Rich Man," Calvary Church Santa Ana asked its preschoolers to respond by giving up half of their snack to children who don't have any. The preschool class gave up 160 fruit cups to bless the homeless children enrolled in We've Got Your Back.

Cantu Family Food Drive

GCHope — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 13:52:07 -0400

As a way for a family to teach the value of social responsibility to their children, the Cantu family hosted a food drive, lemonade stand and fundraiser to support the efforts of GCHope! We are so thankful for these unique and creative ways to get involved. Thank you so much!

CSULB Supports "We've Got Your Back"

GCHope — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 13:50:35 -0400

A small groups class from Cal State Long Beach host a food drive to benefit We've Got Your Back. The group was able to collect approximately 250 canned food items! ... (more info) (less info)

The Mobile Closet

GCHope — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 13:46:09 -0400

The impact of the Giving For Living program isn't always immediately seen. Here, our partners at The Mobile Closet share what a difference Giving For Living has made in their ministry ... (more info) (less info)

Men Alive Give to Aid Japan Relief

GCHope — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 13:44:53 -0400

The talented gentlemen of Men Alive asked their audience members to participate in raising funds and product for Japan disaster relief. The response was wonderful! Men Alive stop by Giving Children Hope to present the donations.

Mary Bragg Elementary Helps Out

GCHope — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 13:41:45 -0400

Students of Mary Bragg Elementary hold creative fundraisers to support disaster relief efforts in Japan. Hear their story here.

Whittier Christian NHS

GCHope — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 13:40:20 -0400

Students involved in the National Honor Society at Whittier Christian High School volunteered with Giving Children Hope this month to help sort medical supplies and food for our local and international programs. Thanks for the help

A Clip From Japan

GCHope — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 13:38:49 -0400

While administering disaster relief in Japan, GCHope's President & CEO, John Ditty, takes a moment to give an update on what is being seen and experienced. ... (more info) (less info)

Japan Partner Followup

GCHope — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 13:34:25 -0400

Giving Children Hope's partners with Saddleback Church have connected us to Japanese officials and partners and are making it possible to send relief to the affected communities in Japan by Friday at the latest. Listen to the call here.

Partner Call For Japan Relief

GCHope — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 13:32:52 -0400

As Giving Children Hope prepares to send relief supplies to Japan, this phone call with partners at Saddleback Church was very encouraging. More soon to follow! ... (more info) (less info)

Partner Call For Japan Relief

GCHope — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 13:32:49 -0400

As Giving Children Hope prepares to send relief supplies to Japan, this phone call with partners at Saddleback Church was very encouraging. More soon to follow! ... (more info) (less info)

Volunteer Event February 26, 2011

GCHope — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 13:27:51 -0400

A group of volunteers took time out of the weekend to give back to the local community.

BPHS Football Team Volunteers

GCHope — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 13:17:31 -0400

Our neighbors, the Buena Park Football team, came out to be apart of a bigger cause and help pack backpacks for GCHope's "We've Got Your Back" program that feeds 1,000 children in Orange County each and every weekend. Thank you Buena Park Football for making a difference!

Girl Scout Troop 2036 Takes Time to Give Back

GCHope — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 13:01:31 -0400

Girl Scout Troop 2036 from Brea spent its afternoon helping staff at the Giving Children Hope facility. They were able to sort canned food items, pack backpacks, stock shelves and more! Thank you for lending your helpful hands! ... (more info) (less info)

Girl Scout Troop 183 supports WGYB

GCHope — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 12:55:06 -0400

Members of Girls Scout Troop 183 came to the Giving Children Hope offices to volunteer their time. While completing their service project, the girl scouts sorted food and packed backpacks for homeless children in Orange County. We are grateful for all of their hard work!

Sip Shop Share....Our Partners' story.

GCHope — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 12:45:30 -0400

Sip, Shop, Share Boutique was a partnership idea presented to GCHope by Bethany Shuck. Vendors participating donated 50% of their proceeds to our local We've Got Your Back program. Thank you so much!

General Mills Supports We've Got Your Back

Holly Johns — Fri, 27 May 2011 20:33:07 -0400

General Mills employees came to the Giving Children Hope facilities in Buena Park to support the We've Got Your Back program, a local food distribution program designed to provide backpacks filled with nutritious foods to homeless children throughout Orange County. The volunteers from General Mills helped sort food, pack back

We've Got Your Back - San Diego Launch!

Holly Johns — Wed, 25 May 2011 19:12:23 -0400

A few weeks ago, Shepherd's Way, under Giving Children Hope's guidance and partnership, began We've Got Your Back San Diego! More than 13,000 children are identified as homeless in San Diego County and this program will help to provide backpacks filled with nutritious food each and every week.

Supporting the Local Community

Holly Johns — Mon, 16 May 2011 18:51:36 -0400

Buena Park Honda, just down the street from the Giving Children Hope offices, recently learned about the "We've Got Your Back" program and the number of homeless children in Orange County.

Minute to Win it...For Japan!

Holly Johns — Mon, 16 May 2011 16:52:11 -0400

Last Thursday, St. John's Lutheran Church hosted "A Minute to Win it," a game-show inspired fundraiser event to raise money for Japan. Rachel, a sixth-grade student and member of the youth ministry at St.

Tangible Ways to Worship for Preschoolers

Holly Johns — Fri, 06 May 2011 13:56:37 -0400

The story of "Jesus and the Rich Man" played a significant role in a preschool Sunday School class in April. In this story Jesus instructs the "rich man" to give up his belongings to follow Him.

Creating Socially Responsible Children

Holly Johns — Fri, 06 May 2011 13:49:24 -0400

As a way for a family to teach the value of social responsibility to their children, the Cantu family hosted a food drive, lemonade stand and fundraiser to support the efforts of GCHope! Each child participated in these efforts, contributing whatever time and talents they could, to make the family's efforts a success. We

Bringing heart to the classroom

Holly Johns — Fri, 06 May 2011 13:41:59 -0400

A Small Groups Class from Cal State Long Beach host a food drive to benefit We've Got Your Back. The class is designed to bring groups together to support local causes and charities needing help and assistance.

Men Alive show Support for Japan

Holly Johns — Wed, 04 May 2011 13:47:58 -0400

The talented gentlemen of Men Alive, the Orange County Gay Men's Chorus, asked their audience members to participate in raising funds and product for Japan disaster relief. During their shows, audience members brought relief items and money to help aid in disaster relief efforts.

Giving For Living helps The Mobile Closet

Holly Johns — Mon, 02 May 2011 20:34:15 -0400

Last week, Dhasti Williams from Southlands and the Community Chapel of Walnut Valley visited Giving For Living to pick-up supplies for her ministry, The Mobile Clinic. Dhasti was so grateful for the items she was able to receive from Giving For Living and told us the impact of the program on her ministry, her family and her l

The Helping Hands of Buena Park Women's Club

Holly Johns — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 21:21:36 -0400

A very special thanks to the ladies of the Buena Park Women’s Club. They come once a month on Monday nights to help out with several different projects around GCHope. Back in September they very graciously helped out by setting up for our annual gala.

Boxes for Babies

GCHope — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 15:14:53 -0400

In response to the 9.0-magnitude earthquake that struck Japan and created a massive, destructive tsunami, Giving Children Hope is connecting with partners on the ground to bring relief to the areas most affected. GCHope began sending containers filled with medical supplies, disaster relief items, hygiene products, emergency d

Mary Bragg Elementary Supports Japan

Holly Johns — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 17:32:34 -0400

Students of Mary Bragg Elementary get creative as they host a variety of fundraisers to support disaster relief efforts in Japan. They were able to raise more than $1,200 for Giving Children Hope! Watch the video to hear their wonderful ideas! Thank you so much, Mary Bragg Elementary!

School combines fundraiser to benefit GCHopes Backpack program

GCHope — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 16:53:42 -0400

When Crescent Avenue, a local Buena Park Christian school, heard about the food shortage affecting Giving Children Hope’s Backpack Program, they decided to incorporate a food drive into their own school scholarship fundraiser. Cresent Avenue’s mission for their fundraiser is to one day provide scholarships to children in

GCHope Received Silver at the 2011 MAXI Awards

GCHope — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 15:29:02 -0400

The International Council of Shopping Centers, a global trade association of the shopping center industry, selected Giving Children Hope to receive the Silver award for its cause-related campaign at the 2011 MAXI Awards.

From Backpacks to Snack-sacks

GCHope — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 15:53:02 -0400

Programs throughout the Country serve Weekend Meals to Kids in Need

Food Shortage Threatens Local Program

GCHope — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 15:40:25 -0400

By Loreen Berlin THE INDEPENDENT

Volunteers Spend their Weekend Helping Out

Holly Johns — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 16:39:15 -0500

A group of volunteers took time out of the weekend to give back to the local community.

BPHS Football Team Volunteers!

Holly Johns — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 18:03:03 -0500

Players and Coaches from the Buena Park High School football team spent Friday afternoon last week volunteering their time at Giving Children Hope.

Girl Scouts from Troop 2036 Give Back

Holly Johns — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 13:46:37 -0500

As a service project, Girl Scouts from Troop 2036 came to support the local We've Got Your Back program. While volunteering, the girls were able to sort food items, stock shelves and have a great time preparing backpacks for distribution to local homeless school children. Thank you for lending your helpful hands!

Girl Scout Troop 183 Supports WGYB

Holly Johns — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 13:42:01 -0500

Girl Scouts from Troop 183 supported the We've Got Your Back program by helping to stock shelves, sort through canned foods and pack backpacks. Thank you for the wonderful help, girls!

Girl Scout Troop Project Warms Hearts

Holly Johns — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 19:07:32 -0500

As a service project, Brea Girl Scout Troop 177 hosted a sleepover for Girl Scouts and Brownies to make blankets for Giving Children Hope.

Blankets Bring Rewards

Holly Johns — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 18:52:58 -0500

Eight members of Girl Scout Troop 177 recently received the Silver Award, the highest honor for a Cadette Girl Scout, for their planning and implementation of a recent service project to benefit Giving Children Hope. These Cadette Girl Scouts spent more than 40 hours each to plan and host their Brownie and Friend sleepover, w

Our partners at Sip, Shop, Share Boutique Stop By

Holly Johns — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 19:46:23 -0500

Sip, Shop, Share Boutique was a unique partnership idea presented to Giving Children Hope by Bethany Shuck right after the earthquake in Haiti. Vendors within the community wanted a way to give back while doing what they love and sharing their talents.

Making A Difference in Orange County, California

Holly Johns — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 19:26:18 -0500

Pi Kappa Alpha members from University of Arizona stopped by to volunteer their time! Read their story here!

Pi Kappa Alpha hits the road to give back

Holly Johns — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 19:11:06 -0500

A group of more than 30 members of Pi Kappa Alpha from University of Arizona recently stopped by Giving Children Hope to volunteer. This group worked to sort backpacks, food and medical supplies for local and international projects. Thanks for all the hard work!

Arizona fraternity chapter travels to give back

Holly Johns — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 19:09:54 -0500

Last Friday, a group of Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity members from the Gamma Delta Chapter at University of Arizona came to volunteer their time with Giving Children Hope.

Philanthropy Cooked Up at George White Elementary

Holly Johns — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 12:43:21 -0500

http://lagunaniguel.patch.com/articles/philanthropy-cooked-up-at-george-white-elementary

Blankets To Mexico Orphanage

Holly Johns — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 14:10:17 -0500

Our partners, Stephen and John, came to gather 150 blankets for their trip to Mexico where they will distribute these items to orphanages.

Girl Scout Troop Project Warms Hearts

Holly Johns — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 14:08:56 -0500

Local Girl Scout Troop gives more than their time and support to the Giving Children Hope community program, We've Got Your Back. These girls hosted a sleepover where they spent hours creating and tying blankets to donate to the organization. Thank you for your wonderful and creative gift!

MLK Family Volunteer Day

Holly Johns — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 14:05:01 -0500

This past weekend, 80 people from various groups including Pimco, Catalyst Christian Community, National Human Resources Association, OC Volunteers, Cypress High School National Honor Society and Hope Worldwide gathered to volunteer for Martin Luther Kind, Jr. Volunteer Day!

Partners provide blankets for Mexico Orphanages

Holly Johns — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 13:46:52 -0500

Volunteer missionaries and partners, Stephen and John, came to the Giving Children Hope facilities to gather blankets for their upcoming trip to Mexico. Along with five other volunteers, these men will be traveling to Ensenada to distribute 150 blankets to orphanages.

Women for World Health Make a Difference

Holly Johns — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 13:59:13 -0500

Our partners at Women for World Health recently returned from a trip to Sierra Leon where 84 reconstructive surgeries were performed. These wonderful snapshots display the incredible work being done around the world by Women for World Health doctors, nurses and volunteers.

A New type of New Year's Resolution

Holly Johns — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 19:44:58 -0500

Giving Children Hope received a $5 donation from an individual after she visited our website yesterday.

Volunteers Honor Martin Luther King, Jr. With Service

Holly Johns — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 20:15:08 -0500

This past weekend, 80 people from various groups in Southern California honored Martin Luther King, Jr. by giving their time.

The New Girl Jumps for a New Beginning

Jenna Sutherlin — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 20:31:28 -0500

Howdy! I’m just a week old as a Giving Children Hope employee and am so very excited to have joined the team! I spent my first week meeting different department heads and simply getting my feet wet in all that is GCHope.

A Volunteer Spreads the Word

Jenna Sutherlin — Fri, 14 Jan 2011 13:02:21 -0500

A volunteer represents Giving Children Hope on DoSomething.org! Thank you for telling others about your heart for the work of Giving Children Hope. Read more about it "here":http://www.dosomething.org/project/giving-children-hope.

Fairmont Prep Gives Back

Holly Johns — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 12:22:40 -0500

Students from Fairmont Prep visited the GCHope offices this week to help pack backpacks with food for the We've Got Your Back program, as well as many other tasks around the facilities. Thank you, Fairmont Prep!

WGYB Final Distribution

Holly Johns — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 12:21:10 -0500

Giving Children Hope wraps up the holidays with a final day of toy distribution.

Hope Force International Visits GCHope

Holly Johns — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 12:19:55 -0500

As they prepare for their next trip to Haiti to help with the cholera epidemic, the team from Hope Force International visits Giving Children Hope to receive supplies and products. These medicines, medical supplies and other products will be used to aid the communities affected by the recent cholera outbreaks.

WGYB Toy Distribution 2010

Holly Johns — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 12:16:37 -0500

The holidays may not seem merry and bright to everyone. For the children enrolled in We've Got Your Back, Christmas may even seem like a distant dream.

We've Got Your Back Wrapping Party

Holly Johns — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 12:15:25 -0500

Volunteers helped to spread the holiday magic by helping to wrap presents donated for children enrolled in the We've Got Your Back program. These toys will be presented to homeless school children throughout Orange County the week of Dec. 17.

Toys For Tots Donates 1,000 Toys

Holly Johns — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 12:14:19 -0500

Giving Children Hope is dedicated to providing holiday gifts to each and every child enrolled in the We've Got Your Back program, as well as their siblings. Toys for Tots has generously donated 1,000 toys to help meet this goal!

Beckman Coulter Volunteers with We've Got Your Back

Holly Johns — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 12:12:05 -0500

As a team building project, Beckman Coulter helped Giving Children Hope to pack backpacks for the We've Got Your Back program!

M86 Security Volunteers

Holly Johns — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 12:10:47 -0500

M86 Security Staff volunteers in the Mission Store and shares the importance of helping organizations in need!

Students from Fairmont Prep Give Back

Holly Johns — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 14:30:33 -0500

This week, students from Fairmont Prep visited the Giving Children Hope offices to help pack backpacks with food for the We've Got Your Back program, sort product in the Mission Store and many other tasks around the facilities.

New Beginnings

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 13:38:36 -0500

Happy New Year from Giving Children Hope! We are excited to start another year serving our local and global communities! We have big goals to reach as we are half-way through the fiscal year, and we are confident with the help of our Lord that we will be able to serve more people! As always, part of healthy growth, Giving Chi

GCHope Ranks 14 in America's Top Charities

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 23 Dec 2010 15:06:34 -0500

Giving Children Hope has been named one of the 20 Best Charities in America by "MainStreet":http://www.mainstreet.com/article/money/investing/20-best-charities-america?page=3, a business and financial website! The website evaluated charities with the lowest administrative costs and used data taken from Charity Navigator, taking

Hope Force International Prepares for Haiti

Holly Johns — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 15:59:30 -0500

The Hope Force International team visited Giving Children Hope last week to gather medicines, medical supplies and products in preparation for their next trip to Haiti. These supplies will aid and assist communities affected by the recent cholera outbreaks.

Wrapping Party - Part 1

Holly Johns — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 17:57:29 -0500

The holidays are just around the corner and Giving Children Hope is working hard with Santa's elves to ensure each child enrolled in We've Got Your Back (and their siblings) enjoys a magical holiday season.

Christmas is Here!

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 18:59:11 -0500

It's December and Christmas festivities are in full swing! The staff is preparing for the "We've Got Your Back Annual Toy Drive":wgyb-annual-toy-drive-2010.html, holiday fundraisers, Christmas mixers and parties, and the "free AMP Christmas Concert":amp-radio-concert-to-benefit-wgyb.html.

November Family Volunteer Day

Holly Johns — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 15:53:55 -0500

On November 20, more than 150 volunteers swarmed the Giving Children Hope facility to lend a helping hand in the Family Volunteer Event.

Toys for Tots Helps Bring Holiday Magic

Holly Johns — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 15:37:32 -0500

Giving Children Hope is dedicated to providing holiday gifts to every child enrolled in the We've Got Your Back program and their siblings. For these children, the holidays may not be filled with the magic often experienced.

Beckman Coulter helps WGYB

Holly Johns — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 15:23:35 -0500

Volunteers from Beckman Coulter were inspired by the holiday season and decided to give back as a team.

M86 Security Volunteers with GCHope

Holly Johns — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 15:09:45 -0500

Last week, staff members from M86 Security lended helping hands to Giving Children Hope's Mission Store. Watch the video for their thoughts on community service. Thank you, M86 Security, for all of your hard work and support!

Long Beach Students Represent GCHope

Holly Johns — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 14:35:12 -0500

This semester, five California State University, Long Beach students were assigned the task to present an in-depth report about a local nonprofit.

Food for the Mind

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 12:11:32 -0500

http://www.coastmagazine.com/articles/backpacks-1453--.html

OCBJ Ranks GCHope #2 in OC for Second Year

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 18:01:51 -0500

For the second year in a row, the OC Business Journal has ranked Giving Children Hope the second largest charity in the county based on revenue (which includes gifts-in-kind and monetary donations), only second to Goodwill. "Read the full article here":http://www.ocbj.com/news/2010/nov/29/nonprofits-see-revenue-bump-downturn-

The Modern House Call for Women

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 19:07:16 -0500

Giving Children Hope provided medical supplies for the three-day medical event that served thousands of low-income women, free of charge.

Update from MVCC in Haiti

Holly Johns — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 13:05:34 -0500

Our partners from Mission Viejo Christian Church sent photo updates of the last leg of their trip in Haiti where they were able to run a dental clinic, assist with a food distribution program and participate in evangelism. See their photo updates below.

Cypress Couple Make World of Difference

GCHope — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 12:04:09 -0500

Although many people talk about making a difference in the world, too few, including Cypress residents Ken Hicks and his wife, Nancy, actually do make a difference. In 1998, Hicks, a Vietnam veteran and 12-year senior engineer with Beckman Instruments, and his wife, a registered nurse, sold their home and moved from Oceanside

Happy Birthday Vishal

Holly Johns — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 16:40:45 -0500

One of our dedicated volunteers, Vishal, has been with us for approximately 3 years. Recently, he did something wonderful for Giving Children Hope on his birthday. Here is his story.

Happy Birthday Vishal

Holly Johns — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 16:38:15 -0500

One of our dedicated volunteers, Vishal, has been with us for approximately 3 years. Recently, he did something wonderful for Giving Children Hope on his birthday. Here is his story.

President & CEO travles to Indonesia

Holly Johns — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 16:20:08 -0500

To assess the damages and to help distribute aid, Giving Children Hope’s President & CEO, John Ditty, travels to Indonesia. The recent tsunami and volcano eruption have claimed more than 600 lives. Ditty will be meeting with partners on the ground to discuss the greatest needs and to dispense aid already in country.

Ingram Micro supports the We've Got Your Back (WGYB) Program from Giving Children Hope

Holly Johns — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 12:37:08 -0500

http://www.ingrammicro.com/visitor/corporate/wgyb_program.pdf

Advanced Sterilization Products Volunteers for WGYB

Holly Johns — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 17:11:16 -0500

A team from Advanced Sterilization Products, a division of Johnson & Johnson, came to volunteer their services at Giving Children Hope last week.

Advanced Sterilization Products team volunteers for WGYB

Holly Johns — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 17:09:42 -0500

A team from Advanced Sterilization Products, a division of Johnson & Johnson, came to volunteer their services at Giving Children Hope last week.

Vans Volunteers Give Their Time

Holly Johns — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 16:49:24 -0400

On Friday, October 22, 19 volunteers from Vans came out to volunteer with Giving Children Hope. The team worked with two different departments during their time with us: sorting medical supplies in the warehouse and organizing/packing backpacks for our “We’ve Got Your Back” Program.

Cupcake Challenge OC 2010

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 13:49:33 -0400

http://www.ocregister.com/news/cupcake-267674-winner-event.html

Giving Children Hope prepares Haiti shipment

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 29 Oct 2010 17:29:22 -0400

http://www.ocregister.com/news/children-273348-hope-park.html

'Tis the Season to Get Sick

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 16:48:02 -0400

'Tis the season to get sick and several viruses have hit Giving Children Hope all at once. We are a tiny staff of about 20 staff members, so when one staff member is out sick, it is definitely noticed. When three staff members are out sick, it’s time to put on the masks and bust out the hand sanitizer.

The Great California Shakeout 2010

Holly Johns — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 16:43:59 -0400

To demonstrate and practice disaster preparedness, the Giving Children Hope staff participated in the Great California Shakeout. An announcement was made earlier in the week to alert staff members of the drill.

Ingram Micro Volunteers support WGYB

Holly Johns — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 14:41:51 -0400

Last week, volunteers from Ingram Micro came to help sort food and pack backpacks for Giving Children Hope's We've Got Your Back Program.

Ingram Micro supports WGYB

Holly Johns — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 14:40:36 -0400

Last week, volunteers from Ingram Micro came to help sort food and pack backpacks for Giving Children Hope's We've Got Your Back Program.

Voyage of Hope Photos Available

Holly Johns — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 12:57:00 -0400

The Voyage of Hope gala 2010 was a huge success thanks to everyone in attendance that night showing support for Giving Children Hope's various projects and programs. A special thanks to the wonderful photographer of the night, Ally Stepp, who has generously provided photos of this special night.

How to Avoid Burnout in the Nonprofit Sector (Unofficial Advice from GCHope Staff)

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 13 Oct 2010 12:47:41 -0400

What good am I to my organization if I am burnt out? More importantly, how can I really help people in the world if I’m burnt out? God gave me certain gifts to use to glorify Him and help the poor. Labor should be something enjoyable, not something I want to shy away from because it’s become a burden.

Container leaves for Pakistan

Holly Johns — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 15:19:10 -0400

The Pakistan disaster relief container is on its way to help the communities devastated by the floodings. Thank you for your support in sending this container out and thank you for helping Pakistan!

The Cupcake Showdown OC

Harmony Trevino — Mon, 27 Sep 2010 16:59:43 -0400

http://www.ocweekly.com/slideshow/the-cupcake-showdown-oc-31129895/16/

Giving For Living Provides Hope

Holly Johns — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 13:17:05 -0400

Giving Children Hope's Giving For Living program gives nonprofit partners and agencies the opportunity to receive household and hygiene items, among other items, to benefit their specific mission in local communities.

Eating at the Buffet: Communicating Our Message

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 12:41:02 -0400

For reasons I’ll never quite understand, my parents love to celebrate special events by eating at Hometown Buffet. They look at the rows and rows of food created from recipes around the world as an opportunity to sample a little of everything.

Bound for Africa: Medical Supplies for GAiN Ship Out

Holly Johns — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 17:38:03 -0400

Two containers filled with medical supplies, gloves, syringes, surgical supplies and much more left the Giving Children Hope facility this week. Each container will arrive at the Global Aid Network distribution center in Mt. Joy, PA.

Sea Coast Grace supports We've Got Your Back

Holly Johns — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 15:28:07 -0400

Junior High students from Sea Coast Grace Church's Summer Splash program volunteered their time last week to support the We've Got Your Back program.

Savanna High School Key Club Gets Their Hands Dirty

Holly Johns — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 14:31:05 -0400

Members of the Savanna High School Key Club volunteered their time with Giving Children Hope earlier this month.

Nutrilite's Staff Thank We've Got Your Back Volunteers

Holly Johns — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 14:52:35 -0400

Last week, Nutrilite staff discussed Giving Children Hope’s “We’ve Got Your Back” program at their quarterly staff meeting. As a way to recognize and thank staff members who frequently volunteer with Giving Children Hope, each member was invited to the stage to help fill a backpack of food.

Nutrilite's Staff Thank We've Got Your Back Volunteers

Holly Johns — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 14:22:20 -0400

Last week, Nutrilite staff discussed Giving Children Hope's "We've Got Your Back" program at their quarterly staff meeting. As a way to recognize and thank staff members who frequently volunteer with Giving Children Hope, each member was invited to the stage to help fill a backpack of food.

Poor Response to Pakistan

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 14:32:40 -0400

GCHope is responding to the flood Pakistan. The scale of the disaster and the number of people this is affecting there is no hesitation on our part to prepare disaster relief to send. But something is different this time. Earlier this year, we responded to the devastating "earthquake in Haiti":haiti-relief-and-recovery.html.

GCHope President Thanks Bank of America

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 12:58:38 -0400

John Ditty, President and CEO of Giving Children Hope thanks the 120 volunteers who donated their time last Saturday to help re-organize our warehouse. It is not possible to continue our mission without the hard work of volunteers like these! Thank you!

Bank of America Honors Co-Worker

Holly Johns — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 14:44:59 -0400

More than 100 volunteers remember a dear friend as they give back

Bank of America honors late co-worker, Owens & Minor gives back

Holly Johns — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 20:20:35 -0400

Last Saturday, the Giving Children Hope facility swarmed with volunteers from Bank of America for the Phyllis Vanderpool Volunteer Day. More than 100 Bank of America employees came to Buena Park ready to serve in honor of late co-worker and dear friend, Phyllis Vanderpool, who was known as an avid community advocate and volun

Bringing Help to Haiti

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 19:12:05 -0400

http://blogs.westmont.edu/magazine/2010/07/14/bringing-help-to-haiti/

High School Key Club Gives Back

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 14:57:25 -0400

Savannah High Key Club, a group of dedicated high school students, came to volunteer their time to the We’ve Got Your Back program by packing bags for our summer distribution. In three hours they packed about 200 bags for our summer distribution.

Buena Park Women's Club Helps WGYB

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 14:52:41 -0400

The Buena Park Women’s Club came to volunteer their time to the We've Got Your Back program. They sorted food and packed bags for our summer distribution program.

Nutrilite Continues Dedication to WGYB

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 17:16:31 -0400

Our faithful and amazing partners right down the street at Nutrilite sent us two groups to help the We've Got Your Back program grow.

Northen Trust Helps Orange County's Homeless Children

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 16:32:28 -0400

Team members from Northern Trust, a financial firm out of Newport Beach, came to donate time to We’ve Got Your Back. During our summer months, as we reset for the upcoming school year, there are a large number of tasks that need to be done with our “We’ve Got Your Back” program.

Bank of America Gives Time, Donation

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 16:24:48 -0400

Two different teams from Bank of America came to help out in our warehouse and sort medical supplies.

Children's Craft Items Help Haiti

GCHope — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 18:14:23 -0400

Innovation Center, a part of Julian Charter School in Encinitas, hosted a unique fundraiser that allowed children to create a variety of items for sale.

HBO Documentary Highlights Homelessness in OC

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 13:59:51 -0400

Filmmaker Alexandra Pelosi has created her sixth documentary for HBO, 'Homeless: The Motel Kids Of Orange County'.

Chamber Mixer sponsored by BPDT, hosted by GCH

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 13:14:54 -0400

Chamber Mixer sponsored by BPDT, hosted by GCH By Loreen Berlin The Buena Park Independent The July monthly mixer of the Buena Park Area Chamber of Commerce was sponsored by Buena Park Downtown and hosted by Giving Children Hope, 8332, Commonwealth, Thursday, July 15. It was just last year when BPDT Marketing Director Pa

Whittier Christian Voices Help Haiti

GCHope — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 19:30:26 -0400

On Saturday, April 3, Caitlyn Duffy of Whittier Christian High School held a benefit concert to raise funds and awareness for the continuous needs in Haiti. As many as six student and Alumni-lead bands took the stage at WCHS' Herald Hall for a night of music, student speakers, fundraising and fun.

Donation Helps Clinics from Closing

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 13:44:35 -0400

Giving Children Hope provided Transitions, a nonprofit that provides free services to adults with disabilities in Blanding, Utah, with a truckload of medical supplies last week.

Southern California Edison Gives Back

GCHope — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 19:26:03 -0400

In May, volunteers from Southern California Edison’s Business Process Team visited the Giving Children Hope facilities for their corporate service project. The team brought with them 18 boxes of food items collected at the Long Beach and Rancho Cucamonga call centers to donate toward the local "We’ve Got Your Back":[~420~

Face to Face with Orange County's Homeless Families

GCHope — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 13:12:38 -0400

I’m not the type that usually blogs...so the fact that I am taking the time to write this blog means there’s something I really want to share.

GCHope's Mobile Medical Clinic in Santa Ana, CA

Harmony Trevino — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 14:57:22 -0400

GCHope interviews Becky Stone, the Supervising Public Health Nurse that coordinates the medical outreach in Orange County. These outreach efforts are made possible by dozens of community partners. "Read more about GCHope's mobile medical clinic":mobile-medical-clinic.html

Partnership Helps Poor Natives in Arizona

Harmony Trevino — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 13:26:26 -0400

Giving Children Hope partnered with La Sierra University students to provide medicines to a development project they are assisting in Arizona.

All about survival

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 19:10:49 -0400

http://www.hbindependent.com/news/tn-hbi-061710-sunsetsurvival-20100616,0,7202066.story

Statistics of U.S. International Giving

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 17:12:43 -0400

Every so often we receive interesting mail in the office. Most of the time it’s junk mail like “The Pyramid Collection: Myth, Magick, Fantasy and Romance” clothing catalog. Don’t worry. The postal service is delivering it to the wrong address.

Health Care in Orange County: Who is Responsible?

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 19:21:30 -0400

About a month ago, Orange County hosted its first health care expo, providing free exams (dental and vision) to those who are uninsured and underinsured. The event was focus on the homeless and low-income population, but people from the middle class were also in attendance to receive basic check ups.

To Everything There is a Season

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 21 May 2010 19:28:51 -0400

There are a lot of changes going on at Giving Children Hope: Programs are growing, staff is changing; and through it all, God is faithful. As a small staff, friendships are easily built here. So when a staff member moves on it is a bittersweet time.

Leaving Giving Children Hope

Wed, 19 May 2010 18:05:29 -0400

Giving Children Hope has been a part of my life for almost 3 ½ years now. I remember my first day coming in the door. I didn’t want to live in Orange County so I was certain I wouldn’t take the job – I was just simply practicing my interview skills since it had been many years since my last interview.

High School Club Gives to Haiti

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 18 May 2010 14:02:51 -0400

Hundreds of community members came out to help Haiti in big ways. This student, Kamilah Moore, President of Pasadena High School's Diversity Club, hosted a drive to collect relief items for the injured in Haiti. Giving Children Hope would like to thank Kamilah for coordinating efforts and helping the people of Haiti!

Free Healthcare Expo in Orange County

GCHope — Tue, 11 May 2010 18:05:14 -0400

Some interviews on how the Health Expo was run. Also, get to see inside the RAM trailer to see how everything is run.

A Shift in Social Media: What Does this Mean for Nonprofits?

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 11 May 2010 13:13:10 -0400

Last week I watched a video produced by "Socialnomics":http://socialnomics.net/, a social media blog designed to cover the latest trends in social media. Granted that the blog is trying to sell a product, the statistics are still impressive.

Chick-fil-A: Doing Good Makes Sense

Fri, 07 May 2010 19:14:33 -0400

Each quarter I attend networking lunches hosted by "Westmont College.":http://www.westmont.edu/ Our Orange County networking group is growing and today Andrew Cathy, grandson of the founder of "Chick-fil-A,":http://www.chick-fil-a.com/#home was our speaker. I have to admit that it hasn’t been that long that I have been awa

Free Health Care Event Serves Over 6,000

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 07 May 2010 14:26:28 -0400

Giving Children Hope was a part of the second Los Angeles free health care clinic, its mobile medical clinic serving as pediatric center in the Los Angeles Sports Arena.

Free Health Care Event in Los Angeles

GCHope — Tue, 04 May 2010 14:40:14 -0400

Giving Children Hope partnered once again with Remote Area Medical to be part of the free healthcare event at the Sports Arena. Our mobile medical was used as the pediatric center. GCHope also provide the necessary supplies and medicines needed at the event.

Sudan- A Look at Health Care Needs

GCHope — Tue, 04 May 2010 14:29:21 -0400

GCHope sits down with its partners from St. Matthew's Church View their project "here":http://www.gchope.org/medical-missions-to-south-sudan.html

Parasites: A problem around the world; meet the Guinea Worm

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 14:55:43 -0400

So, in my work at Giving Children Hope one of the things that I talk to partners about in parasites. For those of you that do not know, parasites are a huge problem plaguing most of the world today. That’s right, parasites. Today I had in my office partners doing work in Southern Sudan.

Where is the forefront of social entrepreneurship?

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 13:23:19 -0400

The concept of social enterprises and social entrepreneurship is one that, while dating back to the 1960s, has gained a great deal of momentum in the last ten to twenty years. If you are attending business school right now, you are almost certain to look at this topic.

Haiti Update

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 19:32:53 -0400

To date Giving Children Hope has distributed 350,000 pounds of aid valued at over $7 million. This video is to thank YOU for your time, your treasure and your talent!

Thank You for Helping Haiti

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 19:27:38 -0400

Thank you to everyone who helped in Haiti relief efforts. This video is a thank you to YOU!

PIMCO Helps Haiti

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 14:50:51 -0400

Every year "PIMCO":http://www.pimco.com/TopNav/Home/Default.htm has their annual, Take Your Kids to Work Day for elementary-age children. PIMCO has incorporated giving back to the community in past events and this year decided to highlight the tragic earthquake in Haiti.

GCHope President John Ditty goes to Haiti for a second time

GCHope — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 18:42:44 -0400

John Ditty, President & CEO of Giving Children Hope, headed the third team into Haiti, his second since the earthquake. GCHope is working with its partners on the ground to rebuild homes and continue to bring aid.

GCHope President Takes Second Trip to Haiti

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 12:54:16 -0400

Snapshots: Shoppers generate money for Haiti

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:02:04 -0400

http://www.ocregister.com/articles/haiti-243668-italian-cortina.html?pic=2

Thank Your from Partners in Haiti

Harmony Trevino — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 17:34:12 -0400

To date, Giving Children Hope, along with its partners, has sent $7 million in aid to Haiti to help with the aftermath of the January earthquake.

ROCKHARBOR's Easter 2010

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 15:03:10 -0400

Giving Children Hope was able to provide ROCKHARBOR with water for their two Easter services! Here is a thank you note from the church:

Thank you for the many boxes of water you donated for our Easter services. We really aprpeciate all you gave.

Social Justice Quiz

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 18:43:48 -0400

Recently I put together a quiz for our volunteer department to use during orientations. The goal is to help educate people not only about who we are as an organization, but also about the important issues that we try to play a part in assisting.

Bank of America Volunteers

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 18:20:09 -0400

Today about 15 volunteers from "Bank of America":https://www.bankofamerica.com/index.jsp worked in the "We've Got Your Back":https://www.wgyb.org program sorting food and packing backpacks.

Send Backpacks Full of Food to Kids in OC

GCHope — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 18:13:57 -0400

You can make a difference in your community by helping Giving Children Hope send backpacks to Orange County's homeless children. With your help, we can serve more children!

How the Program Works

GCHope — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 18:13:08 -0400

We've Got Your Back is a weekend nutrition program created by Giving Children Hope for students in the Orange County Unified School District who have been identified as homeless under the McKinney-Vento act. These children also take part in the free and reduced lunch program at their schools.

Local Elementary Schools Hold Food Drives

GCHope — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 18:09:18 -0400

Giving Children Hope would like to thank the following elementary schools for participating in canned food drives in the month of December to benefit the 'We've Got Your Back' program: Miller School, La Palma, CA Dysinger School, Buena Park, CA Danbrook School, Anaheim, CA San Marino School, Buena Park, CA King El

Stories About Children and Their Families in the We’ve Got Your Back Program

GCHope — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 18:06:46 -0400

Read the stories of the children and their families who are involved in the program, and see how your contribution has made the difference in people's lives.
h4. "Jason":read-about-jason.html h4. "Erin":read-about-erin.html h4. "Carly":read-about-carly.html

A Teacher Weighs In

GCHope — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 18:01:41 -0400

"A family of three siblings at our school site, Project Hope, were all given backpacks last week to take home and share with the family.

Foundation Awards 'We've Got Your Back' with Grant

GCHope — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 17:58:58 -0400

Giving Children Hope’s We’ve Got Your Back program has been awarded with a $10,000 grant from the Dhont Family Foundation to help purchase food for the program. In addition to the grant, the Dhont Family Foundation is offering a $15,000 matching grant.

Foundation Grants Funding for WGYB

GCHope — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 17:52:07 -0400

The "Deacon Charitable Foundation":http://www.deaconcharitablefoundation.org/ has granted Giving Children Hope's We've Got Your Back program with $2,400 to feed homeless children in the program. The gift will be doubled thanks to the Dhont Family Foundation. The Deacon Charitable Foundation was established by S.D.

Supporting Hope

GCHope — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 17:48:03 -0400

On Friday, December 5, President and CEO, John Ditty and We've Got Your Back program coordinator, Elizabeth Saldaña joined the "Orange Rotary Club":http://www.orange-rotary.org/ in continuing Rotary tradition by taking "Project Hope":http://www.projecthopeschool.com/ students Christmas shopping for their family members.

It's a Wrap!

GCHope — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 17:46:33 -0400

On Friday, December 12, volunteers came out to wrap toys for homeless children that are a part of the We've Got Your Back program. Volunteers helped wrap gifts and decorate cards for the children in the program and their siblings.

NAAAP-OC hosts food drive for the WGYB in partnership with UPS and the Red Cross

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 17:44:47 -0400

This week "UPS":http://www.ups.com/content/us/en/index.jsx?WT.svl=BrndMrk employees came to GCHope headquarters to deliver food collected from a food drive hosted by the "NAAAP-OC.":http://www.naaapoc.org/ Here’s what Margaret Lim NAAAP-OC Community Outreach Chair had to say: As the Community Outreach Chairperson for Natio

Yorba Linda Rotary Helps Homeless OC Kids

GCHope — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 17:44:45 -0400

The "Yorba Linda Sunrise Rotary":http://www.ylrotary.org/ are helping feed Orange County's homeless children! The Yorba Linda Rotary holds an annual fundraiser every year entitled Lobsterfest. This community event raises funds for Rotary projects and brings together community all at the same time.

Santa Delivers Toys to WGYB Kids

GCHope — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 17:42:47 -0400

We've Got Your Back Program Coordinator, Elizabeth Saldaña, helped Santa deliver toys to Orange County homeless children. Toys were donated by generous people in and around the Orange County area.

Working Together for Homeless Children

GCHope — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 17:41:05 -0400

Catalyst Community, a singles ministry of "Rose Drive Friends Church":http://www.rdf.org/, is partnering with "Salon Diego of Yorba Linda":http://www.myspace.com/salon_diego to host a Cut-A-Thon Fundraiser to benefit Giving Children Hope’s We’ve Got Your Back program. Kathy Ramos of "Rose Drive Friends Church":http://www.

Feedback from a Teacher

GCHope — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 17:38:16 -0400

A teacher from Centralia Elementary School sends a thank you to Giving Children Hope and all its donors for bring the We've Got Your Back program to their school:

We have one family who shows up every Friday after school with a smile and graciously asks for "the backpack." Every Friday morning that I run into

The Power of Spirit

GCHope — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:58:19 -0400

Acaciawood High School students immediately jumped on board with the We've Got Your Back Toy Drive, and helped by distributing fliers to their peers, classmates, and teachers. Students also volunteered their time to wrap gifts for homeless children in the program.

Local Girl Scouts Help Homeless Children in O.C.

GCHope — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:52:56 -0400

Local Jr. Girls Scouts No. 177 in Brea, volunteered their time to host a food drive for the We've Got Your Back program. The young ladies gathered the boxes of food that were donated, and sorted and packed them into 50 backpacks. Thank you to the Jr. Girl Scouts for serving the Orange County community!

Volunteers Needed to Fill Backpacks!

GCHope — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:49:48 -0400

Giving Children Hope needs your help! We have increased the number of children we are serving in the WGYB program. Which means more food to sort and more backpacks to fill! Here are the shifts available: Monday: 9 A.M. - noon 1 P.M. - 4:30 P.M. Tuesday 9 A.M. - noon 1 P.M.

Hunger Increasing in Elementary Schools

GCHope — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:48:06 -0400

The Director of We've Got Your Back received this e-mail from a school community liaison, where they talked about the increasing amount of children showing hunger.

Because of the decline of economy many of our fantastic parents have lost their job or had hours or days of work cut.

Walking with Hope Festival

GCHope — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:46:00 -0400

First Congregational Church of Buena Park presents their 2nd Annual "Walking with Hope Festival":walking-with-hope-festival.html! Be a part of the festivities and help feed more homeless children in Orange County!

Buena Park Police Association Donates Food to Homeless Children

GCHope — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:43:36 -0400

The Buena Park Police Association has donated 64 cases of breakfast bars and snacks to the We've Got Your Back program! The program was in need of breakfast foods for the 300 children on the program, and Sergeant William Kohanek and Lori Nasman of the Buena Park Police Department brought the food at just the right time! GC

Feeding the Homeless Children of Orange County

GCHope — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:38:47 -0400

Every week, Giving Children Hope delivers backpacks full on nutritious food to 300 homeless children in Orange County's elementary schools. This week, a little girl who receives a backpack each week, expressed her joy when she received her food, which is enough to feed a family of five.

Locals Host Food Drive for Homeless Children in Orange County

GCHope — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:35:45 -0400

Sarah and Tiffany heard that We've Got Your Back has been low on food and was in great need of breakfast cereal.

Children Helping Children

GCHope — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:32:56 -0400

When Taylor Ann, 12, Joshua Thomas, 10, Tori Jane, 8, Jordan Marie, 6 and Jacob Laurence, 3 came to help sort food for the We've Got your Back program, they understood that they were serving other small children who do not have enough food on their tables.

Making a Birthday Wish Come True

GCHope — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:30:28 -0400

When Daria Miller was asked what she wanted for her birthday, she knew exactly what to ask for. She wanted to help homeless children and she wanted her birthday guests to help too. Not a typical answer from a birthday girl.

P A L Participants Donate Toys to Homeless Children in WGYB

GCHope — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:28:02 -0400

Two young ladies from the nonprofit organization P.A.L. (Peer Assistance Leadership) collected teddy bears for homeless children in We've Got Your Back. Thank you for helping out Orange County's homeless children!

Messiah Lutheran Donates Food to WGYB

GCHope — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:26:13 -0400

Three members of Messiah Lutheran Church in Yorba Linda stopped by the warehouse Tuesday to drop off food for our We've Got Your Back project. During MLC's summer Vacation Bible Education event more than 250 children and 200 volunteers participated in a weekly serving program to collect food for WGYB.

Prescription Solutions Gives to We've Got Your Back

GCHope — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:24:19 -0400

Not only did "Prescription Solutions":https://www.prescriptionsolutions.com/ volunteer for four days and donate over 5,000 items of food to our We've Got Your Back program, they raised an additional $300 for the program and purchased 50 backpacks to fill with food.

Rose Drive Friends Church Hosts Food Drive

GCHope — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:22:15 -0400

Canning Hunger and Rose Drive Friends Church members held a food drive to collect items for GCHope's "We've Got Your Back" program. Twelve high school students from their youth group showed up to deliver and sort the food for us.

Every Little Bit Counts

GCHope — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:20:00 -0400

Recently we received a donation of $255 for our "We've Got Your Back" fund. After contacting the donor and thanking her for her support, we asked her how she heard about our program.

Buena Park Women's Club Food Drive

GCHope — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:17:39 -0400

The Buena Park Women's Club held a food drive for our We've Got Your Back program on October 24. They were able to raise more than 350 food items and $45 for the homeless children in Orange County.

Donate Toys and Food to Homeless Children in OC!

GCHope — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:15:48 -0400

Be a part of the We’ve Got Your Back’s Annual Toy Drive! The toy drive benefits the homeless children of Orange County.

Dhont Family Foundation Issues $25,000 Matching Grant!

GCHope — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:14:13 -0400

The great people at the Dhont Family Foundation has offered us a $25,000 matching grant for We've Got Your Back! This is where we need your help! You have the unique opportunity to double your impact and feed more homeless children in Orange County! We need to raise $25,000 to help us receive the matching grant! Make sure

Nominate GCHope's WGYB for the 2009 Food & Shelter Award

GCHope — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:11:37 -0400

In partnership with Care2, Feeding America, The National Alliance to End Homelessness, the National Association for the Education of Homeless Children and Youth, and Guidestar, the 2009 Food & Shelter Awards will recognize the top-rated nonprofits making a difference in homelessness or hunger in your communities. Visit "here"

Donate Food to WGYB and Earn Points for Your School

GCHope — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:09:00 -0400

Donate non-perishable food items through December 31 and earn 100 points per item for your school through Shopping Partnership: Buena Park Downtown. Bring your donations to the Customer Service Center. Donations benefit "We've Got Your Back Program" to help fight hunger in Orange County elementary schools.

Girl Scouts Troupe Hosting Food Drive

GCHope — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:06:56 -0400

Girl Scouts Troupe 783 is hosting food drives in various schools to help support the We've Got Your Back program at GCHope. The food will be sorted and stuffed in backpacks and delivered to help many homeless children in Orange County!

Lots of Food Donated by Soccer Team

GCHope — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:02:17 -0400

Check out how a girls' soccer team in Torrance hosted a food drive and collected many boxes of food for Giving Children Hope's "We've Got Your Back" program. All the food will feed homeless children in Orange County!

St Matthews Church Hosts a Food Drive

GCHope — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:00:18 -0400

Long time partners, "St. Matthews Church":http://stmatthewsacc.com/ in Newport Beach, are conducting a food drive that will feed hungry children in Orange County. If you are interested in hosting a food drive, please contact "Stephanie Swanson":mailto:sswanson@godaid.org on how you can you can get involved.

Mobile Multi Service Center Ceremony

GCHope — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 16:49:06 -0400

The Mobile Multi Service Center is a one-stop point where homeless individuals and families can receive housing, employment, education, medical and various other services from nearly 60 agencies. It is now offering more services through the funding made by the Orange County Board of Supervisors and U.S.

Creative Compassion Supports Haiti!

GCHope — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 19:45:04 -0400

Join us at this unique fundraiser on Sunday, April 11, at Cortina's Italian Market where proceeds will support GCHope's Haiti relief efforts! Check out local vendors and designers, enjoy free food and dance performances and enter to win raffle prizes! For more event info, click "here":creative-compassion1.html.

Creative Compassion Supports Haiti!

GCHope — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 19:40:19 -0400

GCHope President John Ditty goes to Haiti

GCHope — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 19:32:55 -0400

Giving Children Hope's president John Ditty went to Haiti this past week. Check out all the photos on Flickr to see what exciting things GCHope and its partners are doing for the people of Haiti.

Buena Park Woman’s Club Volunteers at GCHope

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 19:36:15 -0400

On March 24 members of the "Buena Park Woman’s Club":http://bpwomansclub.org/default.aspx came to our facility and sorted through four pallets worth of product which went into our "We've Got Your Back (WGYB)":weve-got-your-back.html, Mission and Giving for Living Program.

GCHope Donates to ROCKHARBOR

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 18:53:26 -0400

GCHope donates three pallets of water for ROCKHARBOR's Easter service this weekend.

Birthday Party Supports GCHope!

GCHope — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 15:08:28 -0400

To celebrate their son Grant's first birthday, Bobby and Esther Kim planned and hosted a beautiful "Curious George" themed party where donations were given to support GCHope! We would love to thank the Kim family for their generous donation of $800 that will support our local "We've Got Your Back" program that serves many homel

Updates on Chile After the Earthquake

GCHope — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 14:09:57 -0400

Mike, who works with Latin American ChildCare (LACC) in Chile, shares the latest on the country after the recent earthquake.

Statistics of Homeless Children in Orange County, CA

Fri, 26 Mar 2010 16:05:52 -0400

There are over 22,000 children in Orange County, CA considered homeless.

GCHope Equips Rock Harbor Team to Help Uganda

GCHope — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 18:15:46 -0500

Listen to Steven Leyra share about how he and his team from Rock Harbor church will be heading to Uganda to provide medical aid to many in refugee camps. GCHope has equipped the team with the much needed supplies such as Band-Aids, gauze, gloves, tape and Ace bandages.

GCHope Equips Rock Harbor Team to Help Uganda

GCHope — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 18:10:58 -0500

Listen to Steven Leyra share about how he and his team from Rock Harbor church will be heading to Zulu, Uganda to provide medical aid to many in refugee camps. GCHope has equipped the team with the much needed supplies such as Band-Aids, gauze, gloves, tape and Ace bandages.

The Real News- Local Community Gives to Haiti

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 11:32:22 -0500

http://www.lhj90631.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1079&Itemid=53

O.C. charities split between Chile, Haiti

Harmony Trevino — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 16:55:11 -0500

http://www.ocregister.com/news/chile-236812-charities-people.html

Crisis in Haiti

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:49:38 -0500

http://video.idahoptv.org/video/1402117785/

Open Hearts Charity Event Helps Haiti

GCHope — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 14:34:09 -0500

Boxes of shoes, clothing and art supplies from the Open Hearts Charity Event hosted by Sky Life Media and Children of Life will be shipped to benefit many in Haiti!

GCHope and North America Mission Send Aid to Haiti

GCHope — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:36:17 -0500

GCHope supplied North America Mission with pharmaceuticals and other medical supplies to treat those in Haiti. We are grateful for the partnership that enables more disaster relief items to be shipped to Haiti!

Whittier Christian High School Raises $6433 for Haiti

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 17:46:53 -0500

Whittier Christian High School exceeded their goal to raise $2000 in ten minutes by raising $6433 for Haiti relief! Giving Children Hope will use the money to send food and medicines to aid those in Haiti. Thanks to all those who supported the cause!

Disaster Relief for Haiti

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 12:30:54 -0500

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xV4oUWxm330&feature=youtube_gdata

Phi Delta Epsilon Fraternity Volunteers at GCHope

GCHope — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 16:03:05 -0500

Members of the Phi Delta Epsilon International Medical Fraternity volunteered their time at Giving Children Hope to help sort medical supplies. We are thankful for their willingness to give back to the local community!

Pray for Haiti

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 13:10:51 -0500

In my time on the ground just a week after the 7.3 earthquake in Haiti, there was a consistent message that I heard from the Haitian people – pray for us. __While they did need things like food, water, medical supplies and medicines, the thing they said that they wanted the most was prayer.__ I’m not sure I should be sur

Kids Helping Kids in Haiti

Sat, 13 Feb 2010 22:20:56 -0500

I returned from Haiti ready for full-blown action. When you are on the ground and you see the enormous need you are certainly spurred on to do something about it.

Another team leaves Buena Park for Haiti

Harmony Trevino — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 14:10:13 -0500

http://www.ocregister.com/news/steverding-232586-people-children.html

Family In Haiti Dedicated To Relief Efforts

GCHope — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 19:48:14 -0500

Many of Lena's family members live in Port-au-Prince. Here she shares with us what the situation is currently like in Haiti and what the family is doing to bring relief to the victims.

Paramedic Shares About Relief Efforts in Haiti

GCHope — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 18:17:07 -0500

Paul Maxwell talks about his recent trip to Haiti with the Giving Children Hope disaster relief team and shares about how he brought relief to those in need.

Guest Blog by Paramedic Jason Friesen

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 18:17:01 -0500

Many of you read about the little baby that GCHope Haiti Relief team member Jason Friesen from "Trek Medics":http://www.trekmedics.org/ took to the hospital. I am happy to report that Jason received an email that the baby did in fact survive. I'm also happy to have Jason as a guest blogger on the GCHope site.

Ashtel Dental and 7 Day Dental send toothbrushes to Haiti

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 14:03:39 -0500

http://www.dental-tribune.com/articles/content/id/1411/scope/business/region/usa

Return from Haiti

Harmony Trevino — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 19:18:17 -0500

http://compassionradio.com/broadcast/index.asp

Part 4: GCHope Relief Team Trip

GCHope — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 19:07:50 -0500

Take a peek inside the tents of the Haitian refugees and hear from clinicians about what the situation is like in Haiti even weeks after the devastating quake.

Part 3: GCHope Relief Team Trip

GCHope — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 20:11:21 -0500

Part 3: Hear from the refugees and those witnessing the heartbreaking things that are happening to the children in Haiti.

Part 1: GCHope Relief Team Returns

GCHope — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 20:04:25 -0500

Please wait for a moment while the photos load... The GCHope Relief team returned from Haiti last night. The team personally delivered 600 pounds of medical supplies in addition to over-seeing shipments sent via air freight into Port-Au-Prince.

Part 2 GCHope Relief Team in Haiti

GCHope — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 19:49:07 -0500

The GCHope team was able to deliver many disaster relief items to victims of the disaster in Haiti. See what the medical clinics are doing to help and what the living situation is like for the refugees. You don't want to miss watching Part 3 trip also!

A Message From Kids In Haiti

GCHope — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 18:29:57 -0500

Your gifts and donations are appreciated by those in Haiti! Check out their message for you.

Thoughts From the Field in Haiti

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 01:51:34 -0500

I returned about 24 hours ago from Haiti. I’m trying to sum up my trip...but so many thoughts race through my head. Haiti looks like a war zone, yet the people are trying to be resilient and hopeful.

High School Raises Over $6000 For Haiti

GCHope — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 18:21:22 -0500

Pacifica High School in Garden Grove put together a fundraiser for Haiti relief with the goal to raise $2000 in two minutes. If the goal was reached, the ASB girls could dress up their assistant principal Mr. Ma for a week. Each classroom had an envelope where students could put in their donations.

Latest Updates from GCHope Relief Team

GCHope — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 18:02:47 -0500

Giving Children Hope's disaster relief team is on their way to Haiti! Keep up with what's going on as GCHope staff member Jenise Steverding takes us along the journey with her! Check out this video of the latest update from their trip.

More Volunteers Come and Help!

GCHope — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 18:51:28 -0500

Volunteers Rock! We are thankful for all the volunteers that came to Giving Children Hope on MLK Day to help us sort supplies for Haiti.

Volunteers Help Sort Supplies for Haiti

GCHope — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 18:50:28 -0500

A group of volunteers from AmeriCorps came to Giving Children Hope on MLK day to help sort medical supplies that will be sent to Haiti. We are grateful for the help that enables us to bring relief to the victims of the disaster!

MLK Day Volunteers Help Sort Medical Supplies

GCHope — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 18:49:31 -0500

The rain did not stop a group of volunteers from coming to Giving Children Hope and helping sort medical supplies to be sent to Haiti!

GCHope Team Leaving for Haiti

GCHope — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 18:46:49 -0500

Tonight, Giving Children Hope is sending a disaster relief team to Haiti. The team is mostly volunteers who will be traveling with staff member Jenise Steverding. They will arrive in Haiti with one of the many shipments of aid. They will also be hand carrying suitcases filled with emergency relief and medicines.

Helping Those In Haiti

GCHope — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 18:45:46 -0500

Check out how people are helping bring relief to those in Haiti in every way!

Sorting Supplies For Haiti!

GCHope — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 18:44:14 -0500

Giving Children Hope is sending a team to Haiti to bring relief, and the volunteers here are helping pack vitamins that will be taken to victims of the disaster.

More Help On Its Way to Haiti

GCHope — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 18:40:29 -0500

Registered nurse Stephanie Huband will be heading to Haiti on Jan. 20 with a team of seven that includes two physicians and one retired optometrist. Everyone on the team has been to Haiti before and has experience working in medical clinics.

Volunteers Help Sort Supplies for Haiti

GCHope — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 18:39:07 -0500

A group of volunteers from AmeriCorps came to Giving Children Hope to help sort medical supplies that will be sent to Haiti. We are grateful for all the help that enables us to bring relief to the victims of the disaster!

Aid On Its Way to Haiti

GCHope — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 18:38:03 -0500

Volunteers at Giving Children Hope are packing up supplies to aid the victims in Haiti! A container of pharmaceuticals, medical supplies, water, food and other disaster relief items were sent on Jan. 17.

Medicines and Supplies Leave for Haiti

GCHope — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 18:36:48 -0500

On Thursday, January 14, 2010 Giving Children Hope equipped a team from "International Hope and Rescue":http://inhisrescue.org/ with a one way ticket into Haiti. That team will stay as long as they can to serve those in need.

Volunteers Sorting Supplies for Haiti

GCHope — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 18:10:59 -0500

A group of volunteers from United Health Group came to Giving Children Hope to help sort medical supplies that will be shipped to Haiti. The help is truly needed and appreciated!

Lots of Food Donated by Soccer Team

GCHope — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 17:43:30 -0500

Volunteers Spend Time Helping

GCHope — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 17:31:11 -0500

Volunteers are pretty awesome. We are grateful for all the volunteers that came to Giving Children Hope to help sort and load supplies that will be sent to Haiti!

Former resident aids in Haiti relief efforts

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 17:14:23 -0500

http://www.recorderonline.com/news/relief-44292-former-haiti.html

Thousands use holiday to serve King

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 17:27:11 -0500

http://www.dailypilot.com/articles/2010/01/19/politics/dpt-mlk011910.txt

Leaving for Haiti

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 10:26:40 -0500

Giving Children Hope has been conducting disaster relief for 16+ years now – but this is my first time traveling to a disaster area. I’ve been asked so many questions and honestly, I’m not sure of all of my thoughts.

Chaparosa Grill plans Haiti fundraiser

Harmony Trevino — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 13:55:50 -0500

http://www.ocregister.com/news/restaurant-229452-niguel-tustin.html

Does Aid Really Get Into Haiti

Sat, 16 Jan 2010 11:30:06 -0500

With the recent earthquake and the press stating that aid isn’t getting in, I wanted to take a moment and tell you a little bit about how disasters work and how aid gets in. Very rarely can you begin administering aid in the immediate aftermath of a disaster. It takes a few days to know the infrastructure.

Girl Scouts Troupe Hosting Food Drives

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 19:44:47 -0500

Bringing Relief to Haiti

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 19:17:55 -0500

Children of Grace is heading over to Haiti to provide medical aid to the victims in Haiti, and GCHope is helping provide pharmaceuticals to enable them to treat those in need!

Volunteers Helping GCHope Bring Relief

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 19:03:48 -0500

Volunteers from "Project Pueblo":http://projectpueblo.org/ from the La Sierra University chapter were at GCHope to help sort medical supplies that will soon be sent to Haiti.

Helping Victims in Haiti

GCHope — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 17:58:32 -0500

See how people are contributing to bring relief to the victims in Haiti!

Full Interview with ABC News

GCHope — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 19:17:18 -0500

Here is the full ABC News interview with Jenise Steverding from Giving Children Hope.

CEO Interview: GCHope's Reponse to Haiti

GCHope — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 19:02:43 -0500

See how Giving Children Hope and our partners are responding to the earthquake in Haiti by shipping medical supplies and pharmaceuticals to help the victims of the disaster.

ABC News Coverage of GCH's Response to Haiti Disaster

GCHope — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 18:50:06 -0500

This is the ABC News coverage of Giving Children Hope's response to the earthquake in Haiti. GCHope is a grassroots organization. Relief efforts happen when individuals get involved to serve others.

Haiti Earthquake Aftermath: How to Help

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 13:23:23 -0500

http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,582902,00.html

2010 Earthquake to Haiti – Providing Emergency Aid

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 21:18:56 -0500

When you work for Giving Children Hope you understand that disaster relief just comes with the job. It’s what we do. But some disasters are more difficult than others. The earthquake in Haiti is one of the more difficult ones. Reports are ranging anywhere from 100,000 to 500,000 people have been killed.

ABC News Coverage of GCH's Response to Haiti Disaster

GCHope — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 19:50:38 -0500

This is the ABC News coverage of Giving Children Hope's response to the earthquake in Haiti. Giving Children Hope is a grassroots organization. Relief efforts happen when individuals get involved to serve others.

Haiti earthquake hits home in O.C.

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 19:19:32 -0500

http://www.ocregister.com/news/through-228999-haiti-earthquake.html

Disney’s Give a Day Get a Day – Good News for Non-Profits Who Use Volunteers

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 18:11:57 -0500

At Giving Children Hope we rely on a large volunteer pool to keep the doors open. Literally, without our volunteer pool we could not operate and serve all of the communities that are helped.

Matching Grant and Toy Drive Update

Harmony Trevino — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 18:30:50 -0500

Thank you to everyone who helped us meet our matching grant challenge from the Dhont Family Foundation! Because of everyone's efforts, you were able to raise $25,000 which was matched dollar for dollar by the foundation.

Nelson Mandela bringing reconciliation through rugby

Sun, 27 Dec 2009 21:22:25 -0500

Christmas evening I finally made it to the movies to see Invictus, a story about how Nelson Mandela began to support the Springboks and the game of rugby.

Mobile Clinic at the Armory in Santa Ana

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 22:52:55 -0500

The GCHope medical clinc was utilized with the Illumination Foundation to serve the homeless in Orange County to receive much needed medical treatment.

Friends Giving Back

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 22:48:10 -0500

Every year a group of friends gets together to raise money in order to get food and toys and other necessities and deliver them to remote villages throughout Mexico.

Medicines to Sudan

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 22:45:52 -0500

South Sudan Missions talks about the project in Aweli Sudan that GCHope sent pharmaceuticals to help the people in remote villages.

M86 Security Gives Back

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 19:16:34 -0500

Instead of throwing a holiday party this year, employees at "M86":http://www.m86security.com/ decided to give back by volunteering their time. The employees themselves actually voted for this option and employee Karen Casey found Giving Children Hope on-line and suggested this option.

The Season of Giving - M86 Gives Back

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 19:15:11 -0500

Supplies for Remote Village in Mexico

GCHope — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 18:55:47 -0500

Every year a group of friends gets together to raise money in order to get food and toys and other necessities and deliver them to remote villages throughout Mexico.

Homeless and Cold in Orange County

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:05:08 -0500

Tonight I made the journey with our Mobile Medical Clinic to the Armory – which opens us in the winter months.

Matching Grant Week 3 Update

GCHope — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:24:54 -0500

After 3 weeks GCHope has raised $9,0405.65. We still need an additional $15,594.45 by Christmas so we can reach our $25,000 goal. We’d like to thank Trinity Presbyterian Church of Orange County for donating $850.65 to the program.

Nutrilite Serves WGYB

GCHope — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:19:16 -0500

A group of Nutrilite employees visited GCHope to promote children's health through our We've Got Your Back program. They filled back packs and stocked shelves to help feed homeless children in Orange County.

Free concert with Jason Derulo and Iyaz

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 12:55:35 -0500

We never know what ideas people are going to come up with to advance the work of GCHope. Recently, we were approached by the "Buena Park Mall":http://www.buenaparkdowntown.com/ to be the beneficiaries of a free concert with performers Jason Derulo and Iyaz. Attendees get in for free, but they must bring a toy to enter.

Eaton Aerospace Volunteers

GCHope — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:18:30 -0500

17 members of Eaton Corp.'s Aerospace team from Irvine spent the day sorting and packaging medical supplies and equipment as well as breaking down unusable equipment for spare parts and scrap.

Mount San Antonio College Service Learning Project

GCHope — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:17:32 -0500

A learning community at Mt. SAC comprised of 2 English, a reading, and a counseling class were tasked with coming up with an idea for a service learning project. GCHope was featured by the group who was chosen resulting in 64 students and faculty visiting our headquarters to help out with WGYB.

Matching Grant Callenge Week 2 Update

GCHope — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:15:46 -0500

An update from Jenise Steverding after another week passes in the $25,000 Dhont Family Foundation Matching Grant challenge.

Family Volunteer Saturday

GCHope — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:14:16 -0500

Giving Children Hope's Family Volunteer Day on Saturday November 21 was a huge success.

UnitedHealthcare Volunteers

GCHope — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:12:55 -0500

20 employees from UnitedHealth care decided the best way to build team unity would be to give back to the community as a team. They got a chance to spend some time together out of the office by visiting the back pack room at Giving Children Hope and sorting food for the homeless children in orange County.

Bank of America Pays Tribute by Volunteering

GCHope — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:10:12 -0500

A team of Bank of America employees, along with friends and family, paid tribute to former employee Phyllis Vanderpool by volunteering time at Giving Children Hope.

Update on Thailand Shipment

GCHope — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:08:31 -0500

An update from our Thailand project to set-up a clinic for the stateless. He explains how the medicines and supplies we sent are benefiting the people.

The Spirit of Christmas

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 19:24:44 -0500

Growing up as an American the craze of Christmas flurry is a normal activity. Of course there will be decorations, Christmas parties and gift buying to do. This is normal. In 2005-2006 I lived in Italy where I was attending business school. This is the only Christmas I have spent outside of the United States.

64 Mt. SAC Students Help Out

GCHope — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 14:25:49 -0500

A learning community at "Mount San Antonio College":http://www.mtsac.edu/ comprised of 2 English, a reading, and a counseling class were tasked with coming up with an idea for a service learning project.

Eaton Aerospace at GCHope

GCHope — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 14:04:45 -0500

17 administrators, executives, and engineers of "Eaton Corp.'s":http://www.eaton.com/EatonCom/index.htm Aerospace team from Irvine spent the day sorting and packaging medical supplies and equipment as well as breaking down unusable equipment for spare parts and scrap.

2009 Gala Photos Available

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 15:17:18 -0500

Voyage of Hope 2009 photos are now available for viewing and purchase. "Click here":http://www.imagequix.com/photog.php?id=M92M79D&ec=givechildhope2009 Thank you to all of our guests who made this night a success!

The Non-Profit Office Intro

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 13:14:48 -0500

Do you LOVE the office? We think that you'll LOVE the "Non-Profit" Office starring our fearless leader, John Ditty.

OC Business Journal Ranks GCHope #2 in OC

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 19:55:15 -0500

The OC Business Journal has ranked Giving Children Hope #2 based on revenue (which includes gifts-in-kind and monetary donations), only second to Goodwill. "Read full story here":http://www.ocbj.com/industry_article_pay.asp?aID=142826&page=2 * You need to pay to read the entire story.

GCHope Documentary Teaser

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 19:35:31 -0500

Giving Children Hope Video (2009)

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 18:58:47 -0500

Giving Children Hope is a faith-based nonprofit organization dedicated to alleviating poverty (domestically and abroad) through disaster relief, health and community development, vocational training and advocacy.

Family volunteer Saturday

GCHope — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:10:56 -0500

Giving Children Hope's Family Volunteer Day on Saturday November 21 was a huge success. More than 150 men, women and children showed up to help GCHope provide health care locally and abroad.

Strengthening Teamwork By Strengthening The Community

GCHope — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:31:16 -0500

Lutheran High School Service Day

GCHope — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:18:02 -0500

A group of more than 25 high school students from Orange Lutheran visited the Giving Children Hope headquarters for a day of fun and service. The students helped out in every part of the building including sorting medical supplies, filling back packs, cleaning gear and helping to scrap metal and unusable machines.

Homelessness in Orange County

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:44:19 -0500

Most people are unaware that there is such a large homeless rate in Orange County. In fact, for this school year there are 22,025 children in Orange County. Through our "We’ve Got Your Back program,":http://www.gchope.org/double-your-impact.html GCHope has been feeding 356 of them on a weekly basis.

Yorba Linda Sunrise Rotary Rises to the Challenge

GCHope — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:37:04 -0500

The "Yorba Linda Sunrise Rotary":http://www.ylrotary.org/ donated $4,000 toward “We’ve Got Your Back” matching grant challenge! Their efforts will be doubled by the Dhont Family Foundation to double the amount of children that are fed nutritious food throughout the school year. Giving Children Hope thanks the YLSR for t

$25,000 Matching Grant Challenge: Week 1 Update

GCHope — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:25:37 -0500

After the 1st of 5 weeks GCHope has raised $4,065. It’s a good start but still a ways away from $25,000 needed. "Donate":http://www.gchope.org/double-your-impact today and tell a friend. Be sure to check back next week for our Week 2 Update.

Bank of America Pays Tribute By Donating Time

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:54:10 -0500

A team of Bank of America employees, along with friends and family, paid tribute to former employee Phyllis Vanderpool by volunteering time at Giving Children Hope.

Social Innovation Fast Pitch

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 13:33:30 -0500

See Director of Advancement, Jenise Steverding, compete in the Social Innovation Fast Pitch at USC. She talks about GCHope's new mobile medical clinic program.

GCHope at Social Innovation Fast Pitch

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 13:03:45 -0500

Thanks to everyone who prayed for me for last night’s competition! While I am sad to report that GCHope did not win any prize money, I can say that I am thankful that I made it through the presentation! You can view it in our video channel. In all, it was a great opportunity for us to tell our story and present our new pr

GCHope a Fast Pitch Finalist

GCHope — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:26:55 -0500

GCHope is proud to announce that we are finalists in "USC’s Social Innovation Fast Pitch competition.":http://www.socialinnovationpitch.org/ We will be among the top ten non-profits vying for a chance to receive up to $20,000 in grants for our mobile medical clinic at the event on November 11. GCHope will give a three-minut

Social Innovation Fast Pitch at USC

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 12:57:02 -0400

Today I waited on pin and needles to find out if GCHope would be one of the non-profits selected as a finalist in the Social Innovative Fast Pitch.

New E-system

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:46:10 -0400

GCHopers, a couple of months ago we changed the look of our e-mail system. I know a lot of you noticed because many of you emailed me that you felt like it was easier to read and find information.

Influential Baby Busters: Contributions from Gen X

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 22:51:34 -0400

I’m a "Baby Buster, also known as Generation X.":http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baby_Busters My generation is still defining ourselves and our contribution to society. I’m pretty proud of some of my fellow Gen Xers thus far.

GCHope Supports Medical Missions Trip in Philippines

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 18:29:20 -0400

In March of this year, Giving Children Hope helped "a short term mission team":http://walkingwjesusministry.weebly.com/, from Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa that traveled to the Philippines. GCHope supplied varies medical supplies to the team.

2009 Freedom Awards at USC

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 22:04:50 -0400

As we have spent the year focusing a bit on the issue of human slavery we hope that you have been educated that this is: 1) an important issue and 2) there are things YOU can do to change the situation I want to let you know about an event taking place tomorrow. On Tuesday, October 13, "Causecast":http://www.causecast

Jon Foreman and the Global Forum on Human Trafficking

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 13:27:58 -0400

The last two days I participated in the "Global Forum on Human Trafficking":http://www.notforsalecampaign.org/events/global-forum-on-human-trafficking/ where GCHope was a co-sponsor of the event. It was an awe-inspiring event to see 500-600 gather together to take a stand against this very important issue of our time.

Jon Foreman and Tom McCoy Invite to GCHope's Annual Gala, Voyage of Hope

GCHope — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 16:55:41 -0400

Jon Foreman of Switchfoot and Tom McCoy of McCoy Rigby Entertainment invite you to attend Giving Children Hope's annual gala, Voyage of Hope. "Purchase your tickets today!":2009-gala-voyage-of-hope.html

GCHope Disaster Relief Team in Indonesia

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 11:07:05 -0400

GCHope's Jenise Steverding and John Ditty talk on the phone with our disaster relief team who is in Indonesia where an earthquake has devastated the Sumatra region.

Disasters strike and GCHope responds

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 18:21:19 -0400

Today I write to ask on behalf of field partners for your prayers. I’m also asking on behalf of field partners "for your money.":http://www.gchope.org/donate.html I need to raise about $25,000 in the next few days and time is of the essence.

Westmont College Orange County Alumni Give Back

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:14:38 -0400

If you read this blog at all then you have probably read at one point or another about "Westmont College":http://www.westmont.edu/ because Westmont was important to me in my foundation. I’m proud to say that Westmont Alumni’s networking group in Orange County is continuing the tradition of giving back to their community b

Medical Equipment Needed

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 15:34:01 -0400

Today our Biotech Department communicated to me their most urgent needs list. We work with field partners to find out first what they need, and then we work to try and fill those needs.

Fast Pitch at USC

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:07:08 -0400

So, in addition to all that has been going on these days, I’ve been involved in a program with "USC,":http://www.usc.edu/ the "Los Angeles Social Venture Partners,":http://www.lasvp.org/ and the "Social Enterprise Institute":http://www.se-institute.org/ in something called a "Fast Pitch.":http://www.socialinnovationpitch.org/

Owens and Minor Deliver

GCHope — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 14:04:29 -0400

Medical supplier Owens and Minor made an impact on Giving Children Hope's local program, We've Got Your Back, by donating pallets of food, 32 tickets to Angel games and more than $250 in Angel bucks for the families to spend at the game.

Jenise's Blog: Meeting with the Thailand team

GCHope — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 17:52:18 -0400

Jenise's latest blog has her reflecting on how passionate people can go above and beyond the call of duty. While some are content sorting medical supplies and stuffing back packs, others are compelled to apply their skills in different ways. Join Jenise as she introduces the Thailand Team: Leia, Matthew and Emma.

Ordinary People – Extraordinary Things

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 02:00:46 -0400

So often I feel like I am writing about the things that inspire me – and today was certainly one of those days. Today was MORE than one of those days. Let me tell you about 3 individuals making their journey to Thailand. They are like you and me.

Jenise's Blog: Visiting Project Hope School

GCHope — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 19:32:23 -0400

Jenise visits Project Hope School, a school that participates in the We've Got Your Back program. The school is unique in the fact that they serve only homeless children in Orange County.

Patrick Steele Discusses How God Always Has A Plan

GCHope — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 19:24:56 -0400

Patrick Steele Talks About Heal The World

GCHope — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 19:19:33 -0400

Partick Steele Talks About Life and God Pt. 2

GCHope — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 19:18:41 -0400

Partick Steele Talks About Life and God Pt. 1

GCHope — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 19:16:15 -0400

The Future of Conscious Minds Productions

GCHope — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 18:13:31 -0400

The guys from Conscious Minds stop by to discuss the future of their company.

The Early Beginnings of Conscious Minds Productions

GCHope — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 18:10:25 -0400

The guys from Conscious Minds stop by to discuss how they turned their passions into a job they love.

Blake From Conscious Minds Discusses Networking Pt. 2

GCHope — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 17:49:01 -0400

Continuing the Summer Speaker Series, Blake Heal from Conscious Minds Productions discusses some tips and tricks on how to turn your passion into a career with determination and networking.

Blake From Conscious Minds Discusses Networking Pt. 1

GCHope — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 17:47:17 -0400

Continuing the Summer Speaker Series, Blake Heal from Conscious Minds Productions discusses some tips and tricks on how to turn your passion into a career with determination and networking.

Talking With The Illumination Foundation About Homelessness in Orange County

GCHope — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 15:40:14 -0400

Paul Leon and Becky Stone from the Illumination Foundation talk about working with Giving Children Hope to utilize our Mobile Medical Clinic to help get health care to the Orange County homeless.

MVCC Missions Sunday

GCHope — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 15:33:41 -0400

GCHope visits Mission Viejo Christian Church for their Missions Sunday event.

Feed The Children & Department of Education

GCHope — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 15:30:16 -0400

Feed the children drops off boxes of backpacks, school supplies and food for the We've Got program while the Department of Education collects them and gets them ready to be distributed to Orange County's homeless children.

22,000 homeless children in Orange County – my day at one school

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 14:51:04 -0400

As I’ve said before, I don’t enjoy fundraising in the sense that I don’t like asking people for money. Maybe that comes from my own pride because I don’t like asking people for much of anything...independent to a fault.

Falling in love with potential or the real deal

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 16:03:31 -0400

Today marketing guru "Seth Godin":http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seth_Godin wrote a blog about non-profits entitled, "The problem with non.":http://sethgodin.typepad.com/seths_blog/2009/09/the-problem-with-non.html Great title.

What Can Brown Do For Charity

GCHope — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 12:32:22 -0400

Volunteers from a local UPS helped sort boxes of medical supplies and vitamins for various GCHope programs.

Embracing Social Media

Sat, 05 Sep 2009 17:54:13 -0400

At GCHope we have embraced the new world of "social media":http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Social_media in large part because I oversee the marketing and communications and I had already embraced social media before I started.

Missions Sunday at Mission Viejo Christian Church

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 21:47:25 -0400

This year I was invited back to "Mission Viejo Christian Church":http://www.mvcchome.org/ to participate in their Missions Sunday event.

The Art of Listening

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 21:45:34 -0400

We recently concluded our speaking series last week.

Insert Foot Here

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 21:19:52 -0400

So, when I started this blog for the website more than a year ago it began about partnering in the non-profit community. I soon realized that I do not have enough to say about this topic and that it would simply be thoughts on projects, life, and God.

Hand Crafted Hope

GCHope — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 14:51:53 -0400

Jade Sims has been part of the crafters community blogging for a few years now. While she enjoys making and blogging about crafts, she felt there was something more she could be doing, something her and the community of crafters she belongs to could do to help others.

OC Business Helping to Feed Homeless Children

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 13:18:13 -0400

Yesterday I had the opportunity to visit a local business, "TriMont Real Estate,":http://www.trimontrea.com/ as they wanted to hear more about the "We’ve Got Your Back":http://www.wgyb.org/ program serving the homeless kids in Orange County.

Sri Lanka - Supplies to Government Hospitals Shipped

GCHope — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 16:42:04 -0400

GCHope, in partnership with the Rotary Club of Kandy, Sri Lanka, sent out a shipment of medical supplies to equip hospitals in the less fortunate parts of the country.

Burma (Myanmar) - Partners Relief and Development Pick Up Ointments

GCHope — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 16:40:21 -0400

GCHope teamed up with Partner's Relief and Development to send ointments for scabies to help the displaced peoples in Burma (Myanmar).

Fighting Child Sexual Exploitation

GCHope — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 16:37:26 -0400

Ruthi Hoffman of World Vision International talks about child sexual exploitation and ways her organization are helping victims as well as trying to eradicate the problem.

Advocacy Today Pt. 2

GCHope — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 16:35:51 -0400

Ruthi Hoffman of World Vision International discusses what advocacy is and how it can be applied.

Advocacy Today Pt. 1

GCHope — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 16:34:40 -0400

Ruthi Hoffman of World Vision International discusses what advocacy is and how it can be applied.

Introducing Ruthi Hoffman and World Vision

GCHope — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 16:26:50 -0400

Ruthi Hoffman from World Vision International speaks about her path from college to working at a non-profit for a cause she believes in.

GCHope at RAM LA

GCHope — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 16:24:13 -0400

GCHope's new mobile medical unit made it's debut at the Remote Area Medical event at the Forum. Thousands of men, women, and children were given health care they would not have been able to afford otherwise.

GCHope Donates Supplies to RAM event in Los Angeles

GCHope — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 16:22:54 -0400

Giving Children Hope helped supply the Remote Area Medical event with allergen supplies and other various medical supplies.

Remote Area Medical Press Confrence Pt. 2

GCHope — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 16:21:36 -0400

Part 2 of the excerpts from the press conference for the Remote Area Medical Clinic. Here the Mayor of Inglewood shares his thoughts followed by an appearance by Congresswoman Maxine Waters of California's 35th district.

Remote Area Medical Press Confrence Pt. 1

GCHope — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 16:19:59 -0400

Excerpts from the press conference for the Remote Area Medical Clinic. Here Stan Brock, founder of R.A.M recognizes those who helped make the event possible. Also speaking is Mark Little a representative for the Forum.

Sending Aid To Zimbabwe With GAIN

GCHope — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 16:16:10 -0400

A container full of medical supplies was sent out to Zimbabwe with the help of our partners at GAIN. The supplies will be used alongside their mobile medical clinic.

Yorba Linda, CA - Rose Drive Friends Church

GCHope — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 16:14:45 -0400

The Rose Drive Friends Church held a food drive to collect items for GCHope's "We've Got Your Back" program. 12-13 high school students from their youth group showed up to deliver and sort the food for us.

Prescription Solutions is Back

GCHope — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 16:13:16 -0400

Prescription Solutions was content with their 4 service days or over 5,000 items of food collected and donated to our "We've Got Your Back" program, so they raised an additional $300 and purchased 50 back packs to fill with food.

San Jose, Ca - Crazy Love Tour

GCHope — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 16:11:11 -0400

A group comprised of high school and middle school students from Church of God San Jose spent the second day of their week long service event, Crazy Love Tour, helping out at GCHope's headquarters.

Aid to Thailand - Saved From Slavery

GCHope — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 16:09:38 -0400

The medical supplies for Thailand are finally ready to ship.

Prescription Solution Returns to Drop Off Food

GCHope — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 16:08:27 -0400

Prescription Solutions ran a 2 week food drive bringing in a whopping 5,000+ items for Giving Children Hope's "We've Got Your Back" program.

Meeting to Discuss Mobile Medical Clinic

GCHope — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 16:04:33 -0400

Dr. Natalie Nevins and Dr. Timothy Martinez discuss why they are partnering with Giving Children Hope to launch our Mobile Medical Clinic. The clinic will serve as way to bring much needed medical care to those who could not otherwise afford it.

2 Containers Shipped to El Salvador

GCHope — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 16:00:59 -0400

Guillermo from USA New Horizons visits Giving Children Hope to see off the 2 containers of supplies being shipped to El Salvador.

Peninsula Community Church Youth Volunteers

GCHope — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 15:58:00 -0400

Youth group members from Peninsula Community Church spent their Friday afternoon sorting medical supplies at the Giving Children Hope Warehouse for their weekly summer service day.

Remote Area Medical Outreach in Los Angeles

Sun, 16 Aug 2009 12:16:45 -0400

On Tuesday Giving Children Hope launched our "new mobile medical unit":http://www.gchope.org/help-california-clinics.html at the Forum in Los Angeles as a part of the "Remote Area Medical":http://www.ramusa.org/ event. In all, over 1,500 patients were seen Tuesday and subsequently for a total of 8 days.

Crazy Love Tour Stops by GCHope

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 16:06:36 -0400

A group of high school and middle school students from Church of God San Jose are on their Crazy Love Tour where they are traveling around California for seven days to serve the community. Thank you for all of your hard work here!

Crazy Love Tour

Wed, 05 Aug 2009 08:24:02 -0400

In my work at GCHope, so many times I want to write about cool things happening but don’t have the time.

Peninsula Community Church Youth Group Lends a Hand

Harmony Trevino — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 15:25:13 -0400

Youth group members from Peninsula Community Church spent their Friday afternoon sorting medical supplies at the Giving Children Hope Warehouse for their "Serve It Up" program.

Doing the Right Thing

Sat, 01 Aug 2009 18:58:05 -0400

So, about a month ago I had a hit and run right outside my front door. I was walking the dog so I didn’t see it. Needless to say I was pretty bummed because there was $1,700 worth of damage to my car…and no note.

Sweet Sixteen

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 12:22:53 -0400

Today GCHope turns 16! Sixteen has always been a special age in the United States. We have Sweet Sixteen parties and celebrate the ability to drive.

Healthcare Needs in the United States

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 19:07:02 -0400

There’s a lot of talk from the White House these days about healthcare. We stay out of politics on the GCHope blog and office. But, we can tell you about our involvement in meeting the domestic healthcare needs. Last week I was having a phone conversation with a 911 paramedic.

The Perks of Volunteering

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 13:42:20 -0400

For those of you that volunteer, you have a special reward coming from Sage Hospitality.

Praying for the Persecuted

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 12:26:30 -0400

My GCHope blog takes so many different forms depending on what happens in my life in a given week.

Fanny Packs in GCHope Headquarters

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 19:51:06 -0400

The Non-profit Office returns with a Webisode: The Great Fanny Pack Debate. Enjoy!

Messiah Lutheran Church Donates Food to WGYB

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 19:08:35 -0400

At Messiah Lutheran's summer VBE food drive a pallet of food was gathered and donated to our We've Got Your Back Program

Honduras- GCHope Helps Friend Ships July 17, 2009

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 19:06:32 -0400

Giving Children Hope helps supply Friend Ships with items they need for their voyage to Honduras.

P A L Participants Donate Toys to Homeless Children in WGYB

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 19:03:23 -0400

Two young ladies from the nonprofit organization P.A.L. (Peer Assistance Leadership) collected teddy bears for homeless children in the community.

San Francisco; City Impact Picks Up Supplies

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 19:01:07 -0400

City Impact, also known as the San Francisco Rescue Mission, picks up some much needed supplies for their medical services for the homeless. Clint Ladine explains their operation as well as their goals.

Jenise's Blog: WVI

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 18:59:12 -0400

Jenise visits World Vision International and heard about Mongolia, how we should treat the poor and less fortunate according to God, and their efforts to end human trafficking and slavery.

Prescription Solutions Service Day

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 18:55:31 -0400

Ten Volunteers from Prescription Services helped out at Giving Children Hope's headquarters Wednesday afternoon. They volunteered time and effort to help sort boxes, stock shelves, put together furniture and check the working conditions of electrical equipment.

Cambodian Pharmaceutical Distribution News Broadcast 2

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 18:52:33 -0400

2 of 2 News broadcasts from Cambodian National Television Network. The news crew follows the AIU team around on a second day of medical relief for locals

Cambodian Pharmaceutical Distribution News Broadcast 1

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 18:48:37 -0400

1 of 2 News broadcasts from Cambodian National Television Network. AIU and Giving Children Hope are featured in this news piece about providing medical care and pharmaceuticals to poverty stricken villagers.

Cambodia Pharmaceutical Aid Interview

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 18:43:49 -0400

The team from AIU stops by to talk about the Cambodia Pharmaceutical Project's success and discuss their future plans. They also share a broadcast from the the Cambodian National Television Channel about the project.

Crossing the Road for One Another

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 16:46:58 -0400

So Henri Nouwen is one of my very favorite authors. Here was my email from the Henri Nouwen Society today:

We become neighbours when we are willing to cross the road for one another.

Aid to Armenia

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 11:56:41 -0400

Giving Children Hope, in partnership with International Orthodox Christian Charities, Inc., sends off supplies to the Greek Medical Fund Hippocrates clinic in Armenia, with the help of Hellenicare.

5 Ways to Evaluate an Organization When Giving

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 16:42:53 -0400

What should you think about when giving to a non-profit? 1. Does the mission of the organization align with the passion of your heart? People get most joy out of giving when it goes right along with how their heart is wired. 2. Age of the organization – now this does not mean that start up non-profits aren’t a good id

Radiohead's All I Need Focuses on Slavery

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 13:18:12 -0400

Yesterday I was sent the Radiohead video “All I Need.” I hadn’t seen it before. Here’s what the description has to say about it:

MTV EXIT and Radiohead partnered to produce a music video for Radiohead’s track All I Need off the album In Rainbows.

San Francisco City Impact

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 13:03:11 -0400

If you know me then you know how much I LOVE "San Francisco.":http://www.sfgov.org/ Actually, it’s my favorite city in the whole wide world! Partly because it’s a cool city, and partly because it’s where God dramatically changed my life and gave me a huge heart for the poor through my work in the Sunnydale housing projec

Day at World Vision International Headquarters

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 22:08:45 -0400

Today I visited the "World Vision International Headquarters":http://www.wvi.org/wvi/wviweb.nsf in Monrovia, CA. GCHope has partnered with World Vision on several field projects to send needed medicines to different countries.

Haiti- Grangou Project

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 14:21:07 -0400

Giving Children Hope partners with Grangou to send supplies to "Haiti":medical-aid-for-orphans-in-haiti.html.

Children Helping Feed Homeless Children

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 14:14:28 -0400

These children donated their time to help sort food for the "We've Got Your Back":weve-got-your-back.html program, which feeds homeless children in Orange County.

Dental Equipment for Local Clinic

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 14:11:36 -0400

Giving Children Hope has partnered with World Medical Mission to help provide dental equipment to a "new clinic opening in Los Angeles":dental-equipment-for-local-clinic.html on June 7. GCHope and World Medical Mission have partnered to bring medical supplies and medicines to countries such as Ethiopia, Peru, Myanmar (Burma), and various other countries.

Zambia University Clinic Development

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 14:05:29 -0400

Speaker talks about clinic development in Zambia.

Top 10 Practices for Christian Nonprofits in the Recession

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 13:38:25 -0400

Today in my in-box was a report on the “Recession’s Impact on Christian Nonprofit Organization”. Being in the category, I downloaded the "Executive Summary":http://www.gatheringweb.com/gws/media/_pdf/Economic%20Outlook%20Research%20Executive%20Summary%206-25-09.pdf.

Bringing Medicines to Cambodia

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 17:07:04 -0400

Yesterday I had the wonderful opportunity to meet with Asia Innovative University, the organization that we have partnered with to get medicines out in Cambodia. They came in to meet and share about all that happened with the medicines.

Prescription Solutions Begins July Social Event With Day of Service

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 16:53:44 -0400

Giving Children Hope was blessed with 10 volunteers to help out at its headquarters in Buena Park, Calif. They spent the day unpacking, organizing and assembling products for the Mission Store.

International Aid Ceases Operations

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 19:46:52 -0400

On July 1, 2009 our industry suffered a sad blow.

Giving Children Hope Receives Highest Charity Rating

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:51:47 -0400

Press Release For Immediate Release Giving Children Hope Receives Highest Charity Rating BUENA PARK, Calif. (June 8, 2009)- Giving Children Hope recently received a four-star rating by Charity Navigator.

Micro-finance, what’s next?

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:52:01 -0400

In my work at GCHope I come into contact with so many wonderful and interesting projects. Often time it is because there is a way for GCHope to collaborate by equipping projects with product.

Microfinance: What's the Next Step?

Harmony Trevino — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 19:38:03 -0400

Growing microenterprises into small/medium size businesses to create significant job creating. Carter Crockett Co-founder of Karisimbi Business Partners speaks on making that transition.

10 Years Later: My Journey with Fibromyalgia

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 23:57:05 -0400

It’s 10 years ago today that I walked into the office of "Dr. Paul St. Amand":http://www.fibromyalgiatreatment.com/ and received the diagnosis that I had a disease called "fibromyalgia":http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fibromyalgia.

Happy Father's Day

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 00:05:55 -0400

Today is Father’s Day. I have to say, I’ve always felt like dad’s are one of the most under valued “things” in our society today. Today we began Father’s Day as a family at the graveside of my grandfather. It’s our first Father’s Day without him.

Becoming a "mom"

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 23:07:16 -0400

So, I just became a “mom”. It’s in quotes because I didn’t bring home a baby, I bought home a puppy. Nevertheless, to me, it is a very big deal. Meet my little guy! He’s a silky terrier. They say that people buy dogs that are like them.

African University in Zambia

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:47:29 -0400

One of the things I love about my job is how much I learn every day! I meet with people from all over the world and learn real news happening in communities. Today was no different. I was invited to hear about a university in Zambia that is will be partnering with some US schools to bring a medical component to their work.

Kenya- Sister Freda Project with Saddleback Church

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 13:45:34 -0400

Giving Children Hope's Jenise Steverding sits with Pastor Steve Rutenbar about continuing to work in Kenya with Sister Freda.

Local Company Helps Feed Homeless Children in Orange Co

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 13:42:47 -0400

Sarah and Tiffany heard that We've Got Your Back has been low on food and was in great need of breakfast cereal! They ran a food drive at their work, the McCarthy Building Company, along with Sierra Landscaping Company, and were able to donate an entire pallet of cereal! Because of these great efforts, We've Got Your Back will a

Shipments to El Salvador- Partnering with FUSAL

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 13:41:11 -0400

Giving Children Hope is partnering with FUSAL to bring two containers of medical supplies to El Salvador.

My Thoughts on Wm Paul Young’s “The Shack”

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 01:52:06 -0400

I’m not a big fiction reader. However, I’ve heard so much about The Shack I finally picked up a copy to read it. Without giving much away, it’s a love story.

GCHope Helps ROCKHARBOR Church with Monthly Mexico Trips

Harmony Trevino — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 16:58:19 -0400

The last Saturday of every month, Rojo Gomez, Mexico, receives medical care from ROCKHARBOR Community Church’s team of 25-35 people.

Culinary Charities: Celebrity Chefs Making A Difference

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 01:23:48 -0400

Today I spent some time at what some call the “Longest Shortest Parade”.

Financial Support Needed

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 15:14:28 -0400

Today's blog is actually an email that I have sent to my address book. I know my job is to ask for money, but often it makes me uncomfortable. Maybe it shouldn't because without funding the many that we serve couldn't be served. So today I'm asking for money. I hope that YOU might consider supporting the work of GCHope.

Locals Host Food Drive for Homeless Children in Orange County

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 14:50:18 -0400

Sarah and Tiffany heard that We've Got Your Back has been low on food and was in great need of breakfast cereal.

Collecting Mentors and Friends

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 10:56:23 -0400

I spent the weekend in San Francisco. I think I officially dub it my “favorite city” in the world. It’s partly because it’s a cool city – full of diversity, culture and great restaurants. It’s partly because it’s beautiful with great architecture and beautiful views.

The Twitter Song (do the Twitter Dance)

Thu, 28 May 2009 19:43:51 -0400

So I thought that this video was very funny. Since I know that the optimum number of “tweets” per day is 22 – I’ve been getting my Twitter education. When I heard about this video, I had to watch.

My Hands Have a Voice Testimonials

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 26 May 2009 17:10:36 -0400

If you missed the My Hands Have a Voice art exhibition to end human slavery, here are some testimonials from some of the attendees and participating artists: "I’m so glad to have seen that movie call and response at the my hands have a voice show.

My Hands Have a Voice

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 26 May 2009 15:35:21 -0400

http://simplenvrmt.com/?p=1550

Rejecting Apathy

Tue, 26 May 2009 13:49:17 -0400

In the last weeks we have taken to the phrase of rejecting or fighting “apathy”. Webster defines apathy as “a lack of feeling, interest or concern”.

Why I Give To Non-Profits

Sat, 23 May 2009 23:54:27 -0400

I often struggle with giving. No, not that I don’t want to give, I am grateful that I was raised in a home that taught me to give generously from the time I received allowance at 5 years old. So parting with money to make a difference is not that hard (most of the time).

Pharmaceuticals, is it more cost effective to purchase in country or work with a charity?

Thu, 21 May 2009 19:07:03 -0400

One of the things that GCHope procures and distributes to partner organizations is pharmaceuticals.

Aid to Iraq (Kurdistan)

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 21 May 2009 15:34:49 -0400

Giving Children Hope is sending another shipment of medical aid to Kurdistan, Iraq to help with medical development.

Shipping Pharmaceuticals

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 20 May 2009 19:53:20 -0400

A pharmacist from African Christian Fellowship, talks about the benefits of shipping pharmaceuticals instead of purchasing them in-country.

Socially Responsible Wine (Finca La Celia Winery- Mendoza, Argentina)

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 20 May 2009 19:50:49 -0400

Finca La Celia Winery in Mendoza, Argentina is a socially responsible business that makes sure that they do their part to make a difference in Argentina.

Giving Children Hope is Addressing Humanitarian Aid Crisis in Sri Lanka

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 19 May 2009 14:24:19 -0400

Press Release For Immediate Release Giving Children Hope is Addressing Humanitarian Aid Crisis in Sri Lanka BUENA PARK, Calif. (May 6, 2009)- Giving Children Hope is responding to the crisis in Sri Lanka by sending out a shipment of beds to internally displaced persons.

Swine Flu Pandemic: Giving Children Hope Responds

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 19 May 2009 14:19:22 -0400

Press Release For Immediate Release Swine Flu Pandemic: Giving Children Hope Responds BUENA PARK, Calif. (May 1, 2009) – Giving Children Hope is responding to the swine flu pandemic and is assessing needs in Mexico.

Messiah Lutheran Church Helps Feed Homeless Children

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 19 May 2009 13:34:45 -0400

On Sunday, May 17, Messiah Lutheran Church presented Giving Children Hope with a check for $7,707.13 for the "We’ve Got Your Back":weve-got-your-back.html program! Every year the children in Sunday school do a service project for Lent.

Messiah Lutheran Church: Servant Leadership

Mon, 18 May 2009 16:50:42 -0400

I had the privilege of attending "Messiah Lutheran Church in Yorba Linda":http://www.messiahyl.com/ for yesterday’s service.

Rotary helping the community...one lobster at a time

Mon, 18 May 2009 16:30:33 -0400

On Friday I had my first opportunity to attend an annual Yorba Linda event put on by the "Yorba Linda Rotary club":http://www.ylrotary.org/ called Lobsterfest. I came to speak at the Rotary in Yorba Linda almost a year ago now…it was last May right after their annual fundraiser.

Socially Responsible Wine

Wed, 13 May 2009 21:43:28 -0400

What do wine and social responsibility have in common? A lot if you work for "Finca La Celia Bodega":www.fincalavelia.com.ar in the Uco Valley of Mendoza, Argentina. While on vacation there we happened into a mid-sized bodega recommended to us by the place we were staying.

Giving for Living Extends Help to Local Community

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 13 May 2009 13:08:48 -0400

When Rose Perez, the Practical Care Ministry Leader at the Cornerstone Church, learned about Giving Children Hope’s Giving for Living program, she knew that there were families in the local community that could use assistance.

Giving Children Hope helping flood victims in Midwest

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 12 May 2009 18:46:32 -0400

Giving Children Hope helping flood victims in Midwest By Shel Segal Now that the rain has stopped and the flood waters have receded, folks in the Midwest along the Mississippi River are trying to get their lives back together.

Relief group makes trip to Myanmar

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 12 May 2009 18:40:04 -0400

Relief group makes trip to Myanmar By Shel Segal In the wake of the recent cyclone that devastated parts of the southeast Asian country of Myanmar, representatives from Buena Park- based relief group Giving Children Hope have just returned after witnessing the devastation first hand, being one of the first non-governmenta

Retired Soldier, local nonprofit send Basra hospital $1.5 million in aid

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 12 May 2009 17:38:02 -0400

Retired Soldier, local nonprofit send Basra hospital $1.5 million in aid By Brandon Honig Joint Forces Headquarters Public Affairs When Sgt.

Locals Take on Global Causes

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 12 May 2009 17:34:38 -0400

http://www.lagunabeachindependent.com/news/2009/0508/town_crier/038.html

Vacation for the Soul: Exploring Argentina

Tue, 12 May 2009 00:39:27 -0400

I am just returning form a week of vacation in Argentina. Other than a couple days in New York over the New Year, this is the first vacation I’ve taken in almost two years.

Women for World Health Return from Guatemala

Harmony Trevino — Mon, 11 May 2009 18:50:21 -0400

Giving Children Hope supplied Women for World Health with medical supplies for their recent trip to San Marcos, Guatemala. There they provided medical care to 866 patients in under five days.

Giving Children Hope President Visits Burma to Deliver Meds

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 05 May 2009 19:37:15 -0400

The President of GCHope hand-delivers medicines to the delta in Burma. The region was devastated by Cyclone Nargis in 2008.

President of GCHope Visits Not for Sale's Project in Thailand

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 05 May 2009 19:03:36 -0400

Giving Children Hope President visits the project in Thailand we are working on with Not for Sale.

Swine Flu Pandemic: Giving Children Hope Responds

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 05 May 2009 19:02:08 -0400

Giving Children Hope is responding to the swine flue pandemic. Field partners are requesting vitamins, hand sanitizers, masks, electrolytes, antibiotic soap, water and gloves.

Sri Lanka- Interview on the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs)

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 05 May 2009 18:59:42 -0400

Jenise Steverding of Giving Children Hope interviews Greg Buie of International Medical Health Organization (IMHO) about the current situation in Sri Lanka

GCHope and Union Rescue Mission Send Aid to Houston

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 05 May 2009 18:57:26 -0400

GCHope partnered with Union Rescue Mission to send follow-up aid to people in Houston still struggling from Hurricane Ike. This is an interview with Joe from URM.

My Hands Have a Voice Art on eBay!

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 05 May 2009 11:58:05 -0400

If you missed the 'My Hands Have a Voice' art exhibition or didn't get a chance to bid at the show, now is your chance to have a piece of this event! "Check out GCHope's eBay account to bid on beautiful art":http://shop.ebay.com/merchant/givingchildrenhope_W0QQ_nkwZQQ_armrsZ1QQ_fromZQQ_mdoZ. All proceeds go to Giving Children

Freedom Summit: Learning About Human Slavery

Sat, 02 May 2009 12:06:24 -0400

For those that live in the Bay Area and are interested in the issue of human slavery, we encourage you to attend the "Freedom Summit":http://freedom-summit.org/ Our good friend David Batstone is one of the speakers. Additionally, one of the main installations for the My Hands Have A Voice will make its way up for display.

GCHope Sends Supplies to Zambia with World Vision

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 01 May 2009 13:59:27 -0400

Giving Children Hope partnered with World Vision to send diapers, hygiene kits, and maternity supplies to Zambia. These supplies will the the community with some of their basic needs. "Read information and facts on Zambia":http://www.worldvision.org/content.nsf/learn/world-vision-zambia?Open&lpos=lft_txt_Zambia

There's Hope

Fri, 01 May 2009 13:34:28 -0400

**I guess when you work in the field of humanitarian aid, by nature you are surrounded by needs.** Whether it’s feeding the homeless children in our community, sending product to Mexico for the swine flu outbreak, or getting product to IDP camps in Sri Lanka, any given week has me working on several different projects.

A Story of Homelessness

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 19:49:28 -0400

So, it’s official. I am now going to be blogging about GCHope projects for Take Action, part of Participant Media.

A Thank You from ROCKHARBOR

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 13:39:48 -0400

Giving Children Hope made a donation of water to ROCKHARBOR for their Easter services. Here is a thank you from their staff:

I wanted to thank Giving Children Hope for the water donation for our Easter services. Many people were blessed and hydrated because of the donation.

Child Hunger In America

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 20:05:59 -0400

Today I went to the theaters to watch a movie I have been looking forward to seeing, "The Soloist":http://www.soloistmovie.com/. I’m a fan of films that portray important issues and always excited when the filmmakers encourage viewers not just to be aware, but to act.

Tragedy in Sri Lanka

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 20:02:22 -0400

So amongst the busy day I managed to finish up my writing on the Soloist and get it off. I'll post it in the next blog. It's been a full day, as every day seems to be around here. I had a meeting at the end of the day with Greg Buie from International Medical Health Organization.

The Soloist and Giving Children Hope

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 21:02:08 -0400

So, I’m sitting here in Lucca on Sunday afternoon. I love this little Italian trattoria in Old Towne Orange. It slightly reminds me of my life when I lived in Italy…except I can actually read the menu. Today after church I went to the movies to see The Soloist which opened on Friday night.

World Malaria Day

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 11:32:45 -0400

So today is World Malaria Day.

GCHope Visits Their Partner, Union Rescue Mission

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 19:31:56 -0400

Take a tour of Union Rescue Mission, and learn about Giving Children Hope's partner, and how they are addressing the issue of homelessness.

GCHope Visits Their Partner, Union Rescue Mission

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 19:31:40 -0400

Take a tour of Union Rescue Mission, and learn about Giving Children Hope's partner, and how they are addressing the issue of homelessness.

700 Cupcakes for a Cause

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 17:14:01 -0400

Patty Kraikittikun wanted to use her gifts as a baker to give contribute to GCHope's "My Hands Have a Voice":my-hands-have-a-voice.html art exhibition.

The Power of Being Connected

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 14:56:14 -0400

So networking and staying connected for me is just one of those traits that I thought everyone had but as I got older I realized that not everyone did. There are tons of things that I have absolutely no talent at but networking is maybe my greatest strength.

Humanitarian art show provides hope

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 19:09:05 -0400

http://media.www.fchornet.com/media/storage/paper921/news/2009/04/22/Local/Humanitarian.Art.Show.Provides.Hope-3719175.shtml

Humanitarian Art Show to Fight Against Human Slavery

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 12:25:06 -0400

Press Release For Immediate Release Media Contact: Harmony Trevino Communications Coordinator htrevino@godaid.org Ph: 714-523-4454 x. 122 Cell: 714-588-2975 www.gchope.org Humanitarian Art Show to Fight Against Human Slavery BUENA PARK, Calif. (April 6, 2009)- On Saturday, April 18, at 7 P.M.

Homeless Children and Direct Service Nonprofits Struggling in Economy

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 12:15:11 -0400

Press Release For Immediate Release Homeless Children and Direct Service Nonprofits Struggling in Economy BUENA PARK, Calif.

7 Steps to Take Action!

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 18:34:35 -0400

So, the event ended and people are wondering how it went and what they can do now to help. For those that want to get more involved in GCHope, we put together seven steps of now what along with a video. Here are those steps: 1. Follow GCHope on our "social networks":im-online.html 2.

Seven Ways to Help the Cause and GCHope

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 16:48:53 -0400

You’ve heard the call and now here are 7 response you can make!

Seven Ways to Help the Cause and GCHope

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 16:40:52 -0400

You've heard the call and now here are 7 response you can make!

Pirates, Somalia and Humanitarian Aid

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 14:22:13 -0400

GCHope speaks with a shipper about the situation with pirates taking humanitarian aid for ransom.

My Hands Have A Voice: The Day After

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 23:43:49 -0400

So, GCHope has a team of people that pray for us. Every other week I send out an email with prayer requests. On Sunday, I sent them an update on Saturday nights event. I thought I'd share that email with each of you: Today I’m still processing all that My Hands Have A Voice was last night. __I’m in awe and humbled.

Interview with GCHope Zimbabwe Partner, GAIN

Harmony Trevino — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 12:04:04 -0400

enise Steverding of Giving Children Hope sits to talk with Scott from GAIN about the current cholera outbreak crisis in Zimbabwe. GCHope partnered with GAIN to send cholera-fighting medicines.

Pirates, Somalia and Humanitarian Aid

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 18:42:58 -0400

Unless you’ve been living under a rock the last week, you’ve been hearing all about the pirates taking over ships carrying humanitarian aid.

Checklist for Clearing Humanitarian Aid through Customs

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 21:08:54 -0400

At Giving Children Hope part of what we do is to educate our non-profit partners on a variety of issues in which we have expertise. One such items is customs clearance. For some partners clearing humanitarian aid through customs is the most difficult hurdle to implementation of a successful project.

Call and Response: The Movie

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 16:23:47 -0400

GCHope is so excited to be screening the Call + Response film this weekend at our My Hands Have A Voice Art Exhibition against the issue of human slavery. If you haven’t yet seen the film, it’s phenomenal.

An Easter Prayer: Lord, I’m So Easily Distracted

Sun, 12 Apr 2009 10:50:59 -0400

Normally, I’m pretty good about “spending time” with God. Lately though, I feel like I’ve been so distracted. I seem to have found anything and everything else to do except this. It’s been frustrating. So this Easter, I decided to write my own prayer as a way of connecting with God.

Good Friday Prayer: Shock Me with Terrible Goodness

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 13:07:30 -0400

So, on this Good Friday, Giving Children Hope will be closing early to remember the sacrifice of the cross made on this Holy day. Here’s a prayer for Good Friday from my favorite prayer book, Guerrillas of Grace by Ted Loder: Shock Me with Terrible Goodness

Holy One, Shock and save me with the terribl

Behind the Scenes Pt. 2: My Hands Have a Voice Art Exhibit

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 10:53:19 -0400

Artists participating in the My Hands Have a Voice art show came out for Paint Night on April 1, dedicating their time to start our mural for the show. Artists from all ages came out to voice their fight against human slavery. Check out the behind the scenes footage!

Artists Come Out for Paint Night!

Harmony Trevino — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 19:47:13 -0400

Human Slavery Statistics

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 16:48:54 -0400

Here’s some further statistics on human slavery gathered by a variety of individuals in preparation for our "art exhibit":http://www.myhandshaveavoice.org. It’s really sad to realize how big of an issue this really is in the world today. Awareness is the first step of action.

Health Care and Human Slavery Statistics

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 19:56:43 -0400

So, our "art exhibition":http://www.myhandshaveavoice.org is coming up! This week we had several of the artists show up at our facility to help paint the walls and to help paint stats for the event. Several volunteers pulled statistics for us dealing with health care and human slavery.

Pharmaceuticals for Rural Clinics

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 18:30:15 -0400

We also put together two new packages for rural clinics or communities that deal with malaria, cholera, parasites and bacterial infections. The needs in developing countries are different from Western countries and GCHope recommends these new packages to our partners.

Pharmaceuticals for African Countries

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 18:23:34 -0400

We just put together a new package for African countries or any other community that is dealing with malaria and parasites. We feel that this pharmaceutical package will be a great blessing to many communities in need.

Earth Month - Be Green

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 14:38:07 -0400

What are you doing this month to show you care about the world you live in? April is Earth Month and in honor of caring for the environment we are asking for your help. Giving Children Hope works with many manufacturers and hospitals to take in supplies and equipment that would otherwise fill our landfills.

Crisis in Zimbabwe

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 12:37:14 -0400

So, the last blog that I posted about dictators mentioned an email that I received a while back from a woman in Zimbabwe. I decided to pull out that email and share parts of it with you. I received this email in May 2008. I have not heard again from the sender and do not know what has happened to them.

The World’s 10 Worst Dictators

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 23:10:18 -0400

Last weekend Parade magazine’s cover story was entitled the World’s 10 Worst Dictators.

Behind the Scenes: My Hands Have a Voice Art Exhibit

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 20:22:57 -0400

Check out the staff and interns behind My Hands Have a Voice! Also, get insight from an artist who is participating in this art show to fight against human slavery.

Top Seven Signs of Homeless Children

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 18:50:38 -0400

Today I was forwarded an email from our Program Coordinator Elizabeth Saldana about the We’ve Got Your Back program which feeds homeless children in Orange County. Did you know that there are over 17,000 elementary age homeless children here? That is a staggering number considering how much wealth exists in this county.

Apathy in America

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 16:32:26 -0400

Wikipedia defines apathy as: "Apathy is a state of indifference, or the suppression of emotions such as concern, excitement, motivation and passion.

Women for World Health Take Supplies to Guatemala

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 12:47:53 -0400

Women for World Health Takes Supplies to Guatemala

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 12:47:17 -0400

Our partner from Women for World Health talks about their next mission trip to Guatemala.

World Medical Mission Partner Update

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 13:56:50 -0400

Our partner from World Medical Mission gives an update on all the work Giving Children Hope has helped them accomplish. We are thankful for great partners like World Medical Mission!

World Medical Mission Partner Update

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 13:56:16 -0400

Our partner from World Medical Mission gives an update on all the work Giving Children Hope has helped them accomplish. We are thankful for great partners like World Medical Mission!

A Thank You from Clear Foundation

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 12:26:55 -0400

The Clear Foundation thanks Giving Children Hope for a donation of medical supplies.

Community Outreach in Corona

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 11:26:50 -0400

Giving Children Hope and Purple Ark Ministries teamed together to help with a community outreach in Corona.

Community Outreach in Corona

Harmony Trevino — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 11:25:19 -0400

Giving Children Hope and Purple Ark Ministries teamed together to help with a community outreach in Corona.

Innovation in Non-Profit

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 01:52:22 -0400

In the current economic crisis I think we all must learn how to innovate. Actually, I think economic crisis probably lead to true innovation on tight budgets out of necessity.

Caring for the Orphans

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 01:51:34 -0400

Sunday I spent church in the logging town of Longview, WA. The average citizen is so different from the average citizen in the OC. However, the message at church was on social structure and equality. Now, I admit, as a woman, sermons on equality really resonate with me. Maybe they shouldn’t but they do.

Hand Ups Not Hand Outs

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 01:50:25 -0400

The April issue of Fast Company magazine has me reading an article entitled Rwanda Rising. Like many people tired of providing aid, Rwanda is making some real decisions to become self-sufficient after its struggle from genocide in the mid 1990’s.

From Facebook to My Barack Obama, how technology is changing the world

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 01:49:24 -0400

Since I’m traveling, I inadvertently left all of my reading materials in my home; I was forced to purchase some magazines from the airport. I always love the un-interrupted time on airplanes to read, write, and think. This trip I picked up the April edition of Fast Company magazine.

Bay Area Benefits

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 01:48:08 -0400

I’m sitting in the Sacramento airport at the moment at a layover. While I’m only passing through the Bay Area, I always love being in this part of the world because there’s a bit of Bay Area that will always be in me no matter where I move.

Update on Thailand Container

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 17:07:13 -0400

Along with medical supplies, the container to Thailand will include stuffed animals for the children to enjoy!

Aid to Afshar Hospital in Afghanistan

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 17:05:52 -0400

American Medical Overseas Relief joins with Giving Children Hope to bring aid to Afshar Hospital in Afghanistan.

Send a Shipment of Medical Supplies to Northern Iraq

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 17:04:47 -0400

Dr. Al-Jaff and Giving Children Hope need your help to send medical supplies to Kurdistan!

Health Care and Human Slavery

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 17:03:54 -0400

Giving Children Hope's promotional video that highlights the need for Health Care and activism against Human Slavery.

Thailand Project- We need your help

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 17:01:26 -0400

Not For Sale campaign teams up with GCH to provide medical clinics in Thailand with needed supplies.

Aid to Sri Lanka

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 16:58:47 -0400

Resplendent Hope, partners of Giving Children Hope, discuss their plans to start a hospital and administer behavioral care to women and children living on the streets in Sri Lanka.

Relief to Gaza (Convoy of Hope)

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 16:49:00 -0400

Giving Children Hope partners Convoy of Hope thank GCH for help in Gaza.

Interview with Our Partner in Iraq

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 16:45:40 -0400

Interview with Dr.Hamed Ahmed Mahmood Al-Jaff, our partner in Iraq.

My Hands Have a Voice

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 16:02:38 -0400

Promo Video for April 18th's Art Exhibition in partnership with Call & Response: The Rockumentary Screening.

2008 Disaster Relief Video

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 15:56:34 -0400

A video showcasing various ways Giving Children Hope reached out to disaster victims in 2008.

Medicines to Kenya

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 15:54:11 -0400

Saddleback church members partner with Giving Children Hope to send medicines to Kenya.

Orange Rotary Talks about Cholera Outbreak in Zimbabwe

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 15:47:57 -0400

Giving Children Hope partnered with the Orange Rotary in 2006 to establish a new clinic in Zimbabwe with the Rotary in country. Now the Orange Rotary has partnered with Giving Children Hope again to raise funds to ship cholera meds to the clinic for the outbreak.

Toys to Homeless Kids for Christmas

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 15:40:24 -0400

Giving Children Hope distributes toys to local homeless kids in time for Christmas.

Boys & Girls Club partners with GCHope to Give Toys

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 15:36:21 -0400

Boys & Girls Club partners with Giving Children Hope to get toys to kids in Orange County. Hear B&G Club give thanks!

Giving Children Hope Helps Send Care Packages to Iraq

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 15:21:37 -0400

Geri Sexton talks about the Yorba Linda Rotary providing aid to the soldiers in Iraq in partnership with Giving Children Hope.

Responding to the Cholera Outbreak in Zimbabwe

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 15:16:36 -0400

Giving Children Hope and the Orange and Huntington Beach Rotary, are partnering to send a second shipment of cholera-fighting meds to Zimbabwe.

Aid to Zambia

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 15:12:15 -0400

Giving Children Hope speaks with a Zambian, Mildred, who is preparing to go back to clinics in Zambia to assist with the AIDS and Malaria issues.

Grassroots Efforts

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 00:27:45 -0400

So, what do I love my job? Because somehow God has given me the great privilege of connecting people with a desire to give to people on the front lines who need to be given to. Today I had in the office Stephanie from Not For Sale. She and I officially “met” about 2 weeks ago on the phone.

Nov. 22, 2008 Service Saturday

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 19:23:42 -0400

On Saturday, Nov.

Aid to India

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 17:39:41 -0400

Giving Children Hope, in partnership with Union Rescue Mission, is sending a container of medical supplies to the Seventh Day Adventist Hospital in Kerala, India.

Local Church Gives Thanks

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 17:37:49 -0400

Ten-day old Open Door Church sees the need at a local Oxnard church whose congregation has had trouble buying Thanksgiving meals. The brand new church reaches out with the help of GCH and Foursquare Church.

The Deacon Charitable Foundation Gives to WGYB

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 17:36:47 -0400

The Deacon Charitable Foundation has given GCH's We've Got Your Back program $2,400 to help feed homeless children in Orange County. The donation will be doubled thanks to the Dhont Family Foundation.

Giving Children Hope Partners with Purple Ark Ministries

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 17:31:26 -0400

Giving Children Hope is providing 1,000 boxes of food for Purple Ark's food distribution in Placentia.

GCH Helps Provide Medical Supplies to Local Clinics

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 17:29:43 -0400

Giving Children Hope donates medical supplies to Family Community Clinic in North Hollywood.

Operation USA Distribution

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 17:27:14 -0400

Giving Children Hope provided medical supplies to Operation USA's quarterly event that helps supply free clinics in the Los Angeles area with the equipment they need.

GCH Provides Food for Thanksgiving

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 17:23:32 -0400

Giving Children Hope has provided a church in Oxnard with food to help feed families during the holiday season.

The Dhont Family Foundation Helps WGYB

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 17:19:13 -0400

Andre Dhont on behalf of the Dhont Family Foundation contributes $10,000 to the We've Got Your Back program.

Aid to Children Saved from Slavery

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 17:16:05 -0400

Not for Sale partners with Giving Children Hope to send medical supplies to children saved from slavery in Thailand.

Kru Nam- A Story of an Abolitionist

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 16:59:43 -0400

David Batstone, President of Not for Sale, shares the story of Kru Nam, a Thai woman rescued children from slavery.

Pharmaceuticals to Cambodia

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 16:55:57 -0400

Our partner, Peter, discusses the situation of human slavery in Cambodia and how he is working with Giving Children Hope to get them needed medicines.

GCH Georgia Crisis Response on KOCE

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 15:37:47 -0400

Director of Advancement, Jenise Steverding, talks to KOCE about Georgia and Giving Children Hope's plans to send humanitarian aid to the conflicted area.

Justin Dillon from Call + Response (Thailand Project)

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 15:35:21 -0400

Justin Dillon, writer and director of the new documentary film Call + Response, talks about the collaboration with Giving Children Hope to help build a new clinic in Thailand to help orphans that have been saved from slavery.

A Shipment to Iraq: A Dedication to U.S. Fallen Soldiers

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 15:28:24 -0400

Richard Campos is partnering with Giving Children Hope to send out a shipment of aid to a children's hospital in Iraq, in dedication to the fallen soldiers who served in Iraq in 2003.

Sept. 20 Service Saturday

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 15:25:43 -0400

Volunteers from several churches and groups came out on a Saturday morning to help out Giving Children Hope

GCH on KOCE Real Orange

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 15:23:23 -0400

Jenise Steverding, Director of Advancement, lets the public know how they can help people that have been affected by Hurricane Ike.

San Francisco Academy Receives Computers

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 15:16:24 -0400

Giving Children Hope teamed up with San Francisco City Impact to equip the San Francisco City Academy with 17 computers.

Workforce Development Success Story

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 15:08:54 -0400

An intern with Melissa Strauss in the Hands of Hope job training program speaks about what she has learned and what she will now be doing.

Cut-A-Thon Sept. 14, 2008

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 13:53:12 -0400

Kathy Ramos of Rose Drive Church helped coordinate with her stylist a way to give back to the homeless children of Orange County.

Pastor Taking Supplies to Uganda

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 13:50:25 -0400

GCH equipped Pastor Jim from Peninsula Community Church with medicines to take to Uganda.

GCHope and Club Ambato Help Ecuador

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 13:37:11 -0400

Marco Lopez talks on the project to relieve flood victims in Ecuador many of who have lost homes or everything.

GCHope Medical Team in Burma (Myanmar) Pt.2

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 13:25:22 -0400

The medical supplies are gathered together for distribution.

GCHope Medical Team in Burma (Myanmar) Pt.1

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 13:24:31 -0400

Aid is unloaded from the truck to be sent to site by plane.

Struggling to Survive in Orange County

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 13:05:36 -0400

A woman who lives in a motel with her 4-year-old daughter struggle to survive in Orange County.

State Senator Lou Correa Talks About O.C.'s Homeless Situation

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:54:23 -0400

The Senator spent the evening homeless with his family to show them what life is like for many Orange County residents. He calls for action to prevent homelessness.

Aid Distribution in Houston, TX

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:46:49 -0400

Texas church partners with Giving Children Hope to send aid overseas and to also serve the local community.

Orange Lutheran High School Student Talks About Service Day

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:43:52 -0400

High School student Taylor joins Service Day for the first time to pack containers headed for China.

CEO of Malamulo Hospital (Malawi Project)

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:34:55 -0400

The CEO of Malamulo Hospital speaks about the container of aid to Malawi.

Disaster Relief for Ecuador (Partner Video)

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:33:22 -0400

Partners tell of the impact the containers have.

Bringing Relief to Burma (Myanmar) Partner Interview Pt.2

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:31:29 -0400

Second part of Allan Monk's interview

Bringing Relief to Burma (Myanmar) Partner Interview Pt.1

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:29:38 -0400

Our partner, Allan Ronk, will be traveling to Burma (Myanmar) with a small group of members from his church. Giving Children Hope equipped him with water purification tablets, which are in high demand by doctors in Burma (Myanmar).

We've Got Your Back Informational Video

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:26:01 -0400

We've Got Your Back program is a source for children of Orange County who go to school with little or nothing to eat at home. Teachers and Principals see the benefits of nutritious meals by better performance in school.

Partners Sending Aid to Uganda (Light of Africa Network)

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:24:24 -0400

Partners going to Uganda stop by Giving Children Hope's Missionary Store to purchase supplies and chat about the work they will be doing in Africa.

Our Partner in Kenya (Oasis Water Project)

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:21:19 -0400

Martin, from Oasis Water Project in Kenya, talks on how GCH will be partnering with the program.

Giving Children Hope on Local News for Peru Earthquake Disaster Relief

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:18:51 -0400

Local News Channel 3 covers the efforts of GCH to aid Peru's earthquake victims.

Giving Children Hope Video

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:14:18 -0400

Since 1993, Giving Children Hope has been working towards providing relief and aid around the world and in the local community. By quickly and efficiently responding to need around the world and in local communities, GCH has become the #1 source for various relief organizations.

Pastor Andre Talla from Cameroon Project Pt. 3

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:12:53 -0400

The pastor continues emphasizing the benefits of creating job opportunities and economic projects.

Pastor Andre Talla from Cameroon Project Pt. 2

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:11:43 -0400

Andre Talla talks about how medical supplies sent to aid rural clinics will help prevent people using traditional medicine that comes with harsh side effects. Over 80% of the population lives in rural areas and deal with various illnesses, such as Malaria and AIDS.

Pastor Andre Talla from Cameroon Project Pt. 1

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:10:41 -0400

Cameroon pastor speaks on the shipment going out to his country.

More Volunteers at Fire Relief Packing Party

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:07:04 -0400

Volunteers Kristin and Jenny pack boxes for Lake Arrowhead fire relief.

Volunteers at Packing Party Pt. 2

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:06:12 -0400

Snapshot of volunteers at the Giving Children Hope packing party.

Volunteers at Fire Relief Packing Party

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:05:04 -0400

A family of volunteers participates for the first time in packing boxes.

Board Member Participates in the Fire Relief

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:03:55 -0400

Giving Children Hope board member, Bill Darlin, boxes food for the needy.

From Soda Pop to Mentorship: Lessons on Balance

Wed, 18 Mar 2009 23:19:45 -0400

Harold Taber currently runs the MBA mentor program for Biola University’s Crowell School of Business and I sit on the mentor list.

Helping Orphans in Mexico

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 15:45:06 -0400

Dr. Kim of Orange Korean Church in Fullerton, CA will be taking a one-day medical mission trip to an orphanage in Tijuana, Mexico om March 28. He is taking antibiotics and ointment to help bring basic health care to these kids who have little or no access to aid. Thank you Dr.

Volunteers Give Their Saturday to Help GCHope

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 14:25:52 -0400

On Saturday, March 7, 2009, volunteers helped sort nutrition food for children enrolled in the We've Got Your Back program, sort pallets of product and helped complete important mailings. Thank you volunteers for making a huge difference in YOUR community! Interested in volunteering on a Saturday? Check out our next "Satur

How much diversity is allowed in the Body of Christ to still be considered in the Body?

Wed, 18 Mar 2009 02:09:58 -0400

__Pentecostal, Catholic, Orthodox, Evangelical…are all of these labels considered to be within the Body of Christ?__ I’ll start off this blog by stating that I hate labels for myself. I don’t like to box myself in with a label and my life path has given me a wide worldview.

St. Patrick and Human Slavery

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 15:34:58 -0400

I’m on "Twitter":http://twitter.com/GCHope (yes, I’m supposed to be tweeting 22 times per day, but getting no where near that) and I’m reading about St. Patrick. Of course, today is St. Patty’s Day. But here’s the thing that I never realized, **St.

Being the Church

Sun, 15 Mar 2009 02:11:23 -0400

I attend what I think is a pretty cool church called Rock Harbor located in Costa Mesa, CA. Tonight, the pastor’s sermon was on being the church and being outward focused, not inward focused. It was interesting for me because what attracted me to Rock Harbor in the first place was its outward focus.

Crean Lutheran South High School Partners in Fire Relief

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 16:28:50 -0400

Crean Lutheran South High School's sophomore class helps in packing boxes for fire relief.

Shipment to Cameroon

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 16:26:01 -0400

Shipment leaves for Cameroon to supply rural medical clinics and a micro-enterprise bakery.

GCH, FTC and OC Dept of Ed. Deliver Backpacks

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 16:22:03 -0400

Giving Children Hope, along with Feed the Children and the Orange County Department of Education, delivered backpacks to homeless children in Orange County.

A Thank You from GCH

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 15:11:37 -0400

Giving Children Hope thanks all partners and volunteers who helped bring major disaster relief to Southern Californian residents who were displaced by recent fires.

Cumulus Broadcasting Helps with Disaster Relief

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 15:09:49 -0400

Cumulus Broadcasting helps Giving Children Hope with disaster relief efforts for recent SoCal Wildfires.

Fire Clean Up

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 15:06:08 -0400

Saddleback volunteers work to help woman clean up home after fires.

Lake Gregory Says Thank You

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 14:55:07 -0400

Lake Gregory says thank you to Giving Children Hope and volunteers who helped bring aid to fire victims.

Delivering Aid for People Displaced by Fire

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 14:40:32 -0400

Giving Children Hope helps bring aid to people displaced by SoCal fires.

Update on Conflict in Sri Lanka

Harmony Trevino — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 14:02:07 -0400

U.N.

Aid to Crestline

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 23:49:38 -0400

Giving Children Hope brings aid to Crestline where fires displaced residents.

Volunteers Bring Aid

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 23:48:52 -0400

Volunteers help Giving Children Hope's disaster relief efforts.

Rock Harbor Volunteers Help with Aid

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 23:48:08 -0400

Rock Harbor volunteers help Giving Children Hope with disaster relief efforts.

Thanks from the Chief

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 23:47:17 -0400

Fire chief thanks Giving Children Hope for disaster relief efforts.

What makes something news-worthy?

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 19:06:13 -0400

It’s always interesting to me what makes it to mainstream media as news. This morning as I was getting ready for work, I heard an update on Casey Anthony, the woman that has dominated the news when her toddler went missing.

Yorba Linda Rotarian delivers medicines to the jungles of Peru

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 16:03:21 -0400

http://www.rotary5320.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=BXoQti8ducg%3d&tabid=88&mid=426

Rotarians and Giving Children Hope: Partnering for Zimbabwe

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 16:00:53 -0400

http://www.rotary5320.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=BXoQti8ducg%3d&tabid=88&mid=426

International Project Needs Your Help

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 15:57:58 -0400

http://www.rotary5320.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=BXoQti8ducg%3d&tabid=88&mid=426

GCH Helps Students

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 16:14:49 -0500

Giving Children Hope Board member Virginia Vaughn and her husband, Kenny Vaughn, delivered hygiene products to the students at International Theological Seminary, many who are from other countries.

An interview about healthcare in Iraq

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 14:54:33 -0500

I just finished up a meeting with Dr.Hamed Ahmed Mahmood Al-Jaff who is: an orthopedic surgeon, MBChB (in medicine &general surgery), DOS (diploma of Orthopedic surgery), F.I.C.M.S (ortho), Lecturer at University of Sulaimany-College of Medicine-Orthopedics department, Consultant orthopedic surgeon at Sulaimanyia medical school

The Launch of the New GCHope.org!

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 17:59:11 -0500

Dear Giving Children Hope family, This is our first newsletter of 2009. Normally there isn’t a letter associated with the newsletter, rather short up-dates and links to the full story. Today, I’m writing you a letter to share with you our new “website”.

Impatience

Sun, 22 Feb 2009 22:09:56 -0500

Ok, so patience is a virtue and I’m pretty certain that we all wish we had a little bit more patience. But sometimes I really just suck at it! Back in September I made the largest purchase of my life when I became a home-owner and purchased a small condo.

Nonprofit Looking for Local Artists for Charitable Art Show

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 18:18:47 -0500

Press Release For Immediate Release Nonprofit Looking for Local Artists for Charitable Art Show BUENA PARK, Calif. (Jan.

Bringing Hope to the Jungles of Peru

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 18:17:58 -0500

Press Release For Immediate Release Bringing Hope to the Jungles of Peru BUENA PARK, Calif. (Jan.

GCH Assessing Needs for Victims Caught in Israel-Gaza Conflict

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 18:14:09 -0500

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Giving Children Hope Assessing Needs for Victims Caught in Israel-Gaza Conflict BUENA PARK, Calif. (Jan.

Giving Away Homes

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 18:09:53 -0500

http://www.ocregister.com/articles/zin-people-burma-2308496-country-homes

Support Still Needed for Wildfire Victims

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 13:37:28 -0500

http://media.www.dailytitan.com/media/storage/paper861/news/2007/11/14/News/Support.Still.Needed.For.Wildfire.Victims-3099117.shtml

Food Drive to Show 'We've Got Your Back'

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 13:19:57 -0500

http://http://media.www.dailytitan.com/media/storage/paper861/news/2008/02/25/Features/Food-Drive.To.Show.weve.Got.Your.Back-3230591.shtml

We've Got Your Back Campus Food Drive Program Provides Weekend Meals for OC Children

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 13:18:54 -0500

http://campusapps.fullerton.edu/news/inside/2008/fooddrive.html

Inside Views Reveal the Other Iraq

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 13:17:13 -0500

http://http://www.ocregister.com/ocregister/news/local/orange_villapark/article_17149 72.php

Buena Park Group Helps Peru Quake Recovery

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 13:09:04 -0500

http://www.ocregister.com/news/donations-children-steverding-1816105-tents-hope

From OC to Africa: Help On the Way

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 13:07:18 -0500

http://www.ocregister.com/news/clinic-children-hope-1849358-orange-shipped

Looking For a Ride

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 13:05:18 -0500

http://www.ocregister.com/news/clinic-bicycles-used-1889899-miles-donate

Where to Send Donations, Special Events

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 13:03:37 -0500

http://www.ocregister.com/news/font-normal-style-1903511-span-class

How to Donate to Help Fire Victims

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 13:01:53 -0500

http://www.ocregister.com/news/clinic-children-hope-1849358-orange-shipped

Myanmar frustrates Orange County aid agencies

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 13:00:09 -0500

http://www.ocregister.com/articles/people-myanmar-water-2038035-help-government

Following earthquake relief in Peru, setting up medical clinic in Zimbabwe, California charity partners with pastor to bring development to Cameroon, West Africa

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 12:53:48 -0500

http://www.assistnews.net/Stories/2008/s08020031.htm

Buena Park group sending help to cyclone victims

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 12:39:44 -0500

http://http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/24513312/

Student from Burma helps hungry children here

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 12:01:05 -0500

http://www.ocregister.com/articles/food-students-children-2001314-program-become

Buena Park group sending help to cyclone victims

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 11:58:04 -0500

http://www.ocregister.com/articles/children-water-hope-2036361-people-purification

Volunteers Give Their Saturday to Serve

Harmony Trevino — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 16:07:27 -0500

On Saturday, February 7, 2009, over 60 volunteers gathered early in the morning to sort medical supplies, package vitamins, and address and fill envelopes for our annual mailings. It is always inspiring to see local community groups and corporations reaching out to their community through service.

The Controversy of Gaza

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 13:21:40 -0500

How does a Christian humanitarian aid organization try and fundraise to serve Gaza? I’m asking a serious question and am open to replies. Here’s the scoop. Gaza is so politically controversial and even more so within the Christian community. As an organization we do not take a political stand on any situation.

Rotary Spirit: Service Above Self

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 15:21:47 -0500

Several months ago I unexpectedly became a Rotarian. I say unexpectedly, because I don’t think it was something I ever thought of doing. While growing up, my father was a long-time member of the Fullerton lunch Rotary Club.

Fundraising in a Tight Economy

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 15:21:10 -0500

This week I’ve been wondering about my job. Don’t get my wrong, I actually really love my job. But think about it, can you think of anything harder to do right now than fundraising? I mean, I know sales are down for everyone, which has had its toll on just about anything.

Channel 3 News Coverage of August 2007 Peru earthquake

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:42:51 -0500

GCH on KOCE for Relief in the Georgia Conflict Region 2008

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:42:16 -0500

GCH on KOCE for Hurricane Ike Relief

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:41:07 -0500

Giving Children Hope to be a part of MLK Serve Day (VCOC Release)

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:39:41 -0500

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dan Pittman 714-282-9994 dan@pittmanpr.com Volunteer Center Orange County plans to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Giving Children Hope and World Vision Send Meds in Response to Cholera Outbreak in Zimbabwe

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:37:53 -0500

Press Release For Immediate Release Giving Children Hope and World Vision Send Meds in Response to Cholera Outbreak in Zimbabwe BUENA PARK, Calif. (Dec. 9, 2008)- Giving Children Hope and World Vision have partnered to quickly send pharmaceuticals in response to the recent cholera outbreak in Zimbabwe.

More Homeless Children Will Be Fed This Holiday Season

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:36:53 -0500

Press Release For Immediate Release More Homeless Children Will Be Fed This Holiday Season BUENA PARK, Calif.

Toy Drive for Orange County’s Homeless Children

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:36:04 -0500

Press Release For Immediate Release Toy Drive for Orange County’s Homeless Children BUENA PARK, Calif. (November 12, 2008)- Tomorrow, Giving Children Hope’s We’ve Got Your Back program kicks off their 2008 Toy Drive! The toy drive will be held from November 13 through December 12.

Dhont Family Foundation Awards $10,000 Grant to Help Feed Homeless Children in Orange County

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:35:17 -0500

Press Release For Immediate Release Dhont Family Foundation Awards $10,000 Grant to Help Feed Homeless Children in Orange County BUENA PARK, Calif.

Orange County Fire Relief

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:34:26 -0500

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Orange County Fire Relief BUENA PARK, Calif.

Hollywood Rockumentary Helps Raise Funds for Orange County Nonprofit

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:33:51 -0500

Press Release For Immediate Release Hollywood Rockumentary Helps Raise Funds for Orange County Nonprofit BUENA PARK, Calif.

Giving Children Hope's, Voyage of Hope, Gala 2008

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:33:12 -0500

Press Release For Immediate Release Giving Children Hope's, Voyage of Hope, Gala 2008 BUENA PARK, Calif.

Second Shipment of Relief Sent to Houston in Response to Ike

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:32:45 -0500

Press Release For Immediate Release Second Shipment of Relief Sent to Houston in Response to Ike BUENA PARK, Calif.

Governor of Michoacan, Mexico’s Representatives to Visit Giving Children Hope in Time for Serve Day

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:32:13 -0500

Press Release For Immediate Release Governor of Michoacan, Mexico’s Representatives to Visit Giving Children Hope in Time for Serve Day BUENA PARK, Calif. (September 19, 2008)- Tomorrow, Governor of Michoacan, Mexico’s representatives will be visiting Giving Children Hope at 8332 Commonwealth Ave.

Giving Children Hope is Supplying the Only Relief Shelter in Houston After Hurricane Ike

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:31:47 -0500

Press Release For Immediate Release Giving Children Hope is Supplying the Only Relief Shelter in Houston After Hurricane Ike BUENA PARK, Calif.

GCH's Partner in Ghana Makes History

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:31:05 -0500

Press Release Issued by Valley View University, Oyibi, Ghana Accra, Ghana (July 3, 2008)- Dr. Seth Abang Laryea, President of Valley View University, Oyibi, Accra made history when he was decorated by His Excellency John Agyekum Kufuor, President of the Republic of Ghana at the 2008 National Honors Award Ceremony.

Hurricane Ike Relief

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:29:02 -0500

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HURRICANE IKE RELIEF BUENA PARK, Calif.

Cut-a-Thon Fundraiser to Help O.C. Homeless Children

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:28:11 -0500

Press Release For Immediate Release Cut-a-Thon Fundraiser to Help O.C. Homeless Children BUENA PARK, Calif.

Relief for Haiti

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:27:47 -0500

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE RESPONDING TO HURRICANE: ORANGE COUNTY NONPROFIT TO SEND AID BUENA PARK, Calif.

RESPONDING TO HURRICANE GUSTAV: ORANGE COUNTY NONPROFIT TO SEND AID

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:27:00 -0500

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE RESPONDING TO HURRICANE GUSTAV: ORANGE COUNTY NONPROFIT TO SEND AID BUENA PARK, Calif.

Students Work to Improve Education in Ghana

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:25:35 -0500

Press Release For Immediate Release Students Work to Improve Education in Ghana BUENA PARK, Calif. (August 12, 2008) – Tomorrow, Giving Children Hope will fill a 40-foot container of medical equipment and supplies to be shipped to Valley View University in Oyibi, Ghana.

OC Nonprofit Responds to Georgia Conflict

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:25:07 -0500

Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OC Nonprofit Responds to Georgia Conflict Preparing aid for 10,000 children and family members caught in conflict BUENA PARK, Calif.

Citizens and Refugees of Chad Rely Heavily on Humanitarian Aid for Survival

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:24:32 -0500

Press Release For Immediate Release Citizens and Refugees of Chad Rely Heavily on Humanitarian Aid for Survival BUENA PARK, Calif.

Aid to Iraq

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:24:05 -0500

Press Release For Immediate Release Orange County Still Helping Iraqis BUENA PARK, Calif. (July 29, 2008) – Tomorrow at 8 A.M., Giving Children Hope is loading a 40-foot container full of medical supplies and equipment bound for Iraq.

Voyage of Hope: Giving Children Hope's 2nd Annual Gala

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:23:29 -0500

Press Release For Immediate Release Voyage of Hope Giving Children Hope's 2nd Annual Gala BUENA PARK, Calif.

O.C. NONPROFIT ONE OF FIRST NGOs TO ENTER MYANMAR DELTA

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:22:37 -0500

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE O.C. NONPROFIT ONE OF FIRST NGOs TO ENTER MYANMAR DELTA BRINGS AID TO DISPLACED BUENA PARK, Calif.

AID TO IOWA

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:21:47 -0500

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AID TO IOWA BUENA PARK, Calif. (June 16, 2008)- Giving Children Hope is sending a 53-foot container of disaster relief to Cedar Rapids, Iowa in efforts to help those who lost everything in the floods.

Burmese Community and Giving Children Hope present Burmese Cyclone Relief Fundraiser For the Victims of Cyclone Nargis

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:20:45 -0500

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Burmese Community and Giving Children Hope present Burmese Cyclone Relief Fundraiser For the Victims of Cyclone Nargis Buena Park, Calif.

ORANGE COUNTY NONPROFIT WORKS TO ALLEVIATE HUNGER WITH CHILDREN IN OC ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:17:59 -0500

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MORE PEOPLE IN THE UNITED STATES ARE GOING TO FOOD BANKS ORANGE COUNTY NONPROFIT WORKS TO ALLEVIATE HUNGER WITH CHILDREN IN OC ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS BUENA PARK, Calif.

Aid to China: Nonprofit Helping Victims in Earthquake

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:17:23 -0500

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AID TO CHINA: NONPROFIT HELPING VICTIMS IN EARTHQUAKE BUENA PARK, Calif.

Local Non-Profit Responds to Myanmar/Burma Cyclone Disaster

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:16:29 -0500

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Local Non-Profit Responds to Myanmar/Burma Cyclone Disaster BUENA PARK, Calif.

Giving Children Hope to Host Walk-a-thon for Homeless Children of Orange County

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:15:51 -0500

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Giving Children Hope to Host Walk-a-thon for Homeless Children of Orange County BUENA PARK, Calif.

OC Nonprofit Launches Warehouse Training Program

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:15:14 -0500

Press Release For Immediate Release Nonprofit launches warehouse training program; increasing self-sufficiency Buena Park, Calif. (January 30, 2008) - Giving Children Hope’s workforce development program, Hands of Hope, is launching their 4-month warehouse training program on February 12.

Orange County Charity Sends Medical Aid to Mother/Baby Hospital in Ukraine

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:14:38 -0500

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Orange County Charity Sends Medical Aid to Mother/Baby Hospital in Ukraine BUENA PARK, Calif.

Giving Children Hope's Jenise Steverding Added to Board of African Academy of Christian Leadership

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:14:06 -0500

PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release BUENA PARK, Calif. (January 18, 2008) - Jenise Steverding, Director of Advancement, Programs and Administration at Giving Children Hope, has just been added as treasurer to the board of the African Academy of Christian Leadership.

Giving Children Hope Ships Aid to Orphanage in Peru

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:11:01 -0500

Giving Children Hope Ships Aid to Orphanage in Peru PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release BUENA PARK, Calif. (December 20, 2007)- Giving Children Hope will ship a 20 foot container of aid and supplies to an orphanage in Cusco, Peru on Friday, December 21, 2007.

Giving Children Hope Replenishes Medical Clinics in Iraq

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:07:14 -0500

Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Giving Children Hope Replenishes Medical Clinics in Iraq Buena Park, Calif. (December 12, 2007)- Giving Children Hope is preparing to ship a 40 foot container full of medical supplies and equipment bound for Irbil, Iraq.

The Power of Service

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:05:59 -0500

Fueled by President Barack Obama's call to service, more than 12,100 service projects took place across the country, including Giving Children Hope's medical sorting project.

"We've Got Your Back" Toy Drive 2007

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:03:07 -0500

Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE We've Got Your Back Toy Drive Buena Park, Calif. (December 10, 2007) - Giving Children Hope's Orange County based food distribution program, We've Got Your Back is asking members of the local community to get involved in this season's Toy Drive.

New Season of Workforce Development at Giving Children Hope

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:00:33 -0500

PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release OC Charity Kicks Off New Season of Workforce Development Buena Park, Calif. (November 27, 2007) - Giving Children Hope kicked off a new season of workforce development with the launch of a new Hands of Hope computer class.

GCH Kicks Off Relief Effort for the Bay of Bengal in Bangladesh

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:59:08 -0500

PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release Orange County Charity Kicks Off Relief Effort for the Bay of Bengal in Bangladesh BUENA PARK (November 21, 2007)- Giving Children Hope, in partnership with Compassion Radio, is sending relief aid including emergency food, medication, tents and other much needed items to the Bay of Beng

OC Charity to Ship Medical Aid to Iraqi Hospital

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:58:23 -0500

PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release Orange County Charity to Ship Medical Supplies and Equipment to Iraqi Hospital Buena Park, Calif.

Giving Back to the Community

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:57:53 -0500

The "Yorba Linda Sunrise Rotary":http://www.ylrotary.org/ has been giving back to Giving Children Hope in a big way, both on the local and international level. The Yorba Linda Sunrise Rotary holds an annual fundraiser every year entitled Lobsterfest.

Giving Children Hope responds to the Tropical Storm Noel with humanitarian aid

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:57:23 -0500

Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Giving Children Hope responds to the Tropical Storm Noel with humanitarian aid BUENA PARK, CA (November 7, 2007)- Giving Children Hope (GCH) has partnered with International Youth Initiative (IYI) to respond to the devastating Tropical Storm Noel.

Peru Disaster Relief Follow Up

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:55:54 -0500

Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Peru Disaster Relief Follow Up BUENA PARK, CA (August, 2007)- Friday afternoon Giving Children Hope shipped 20 tons of relief goods to serve approximately 40,000 quake victims with needed humanitarian aid. Giving Children Hope/Global in Buena Park, CA is accepting monetary and in-kin

Response to Peru Earthquake

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:55:01 -0500

Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Response to Peru Earthquake BUENA PARK, CA (August 16, 2007) Giving Children Hope/Global Operations and Development is responding quickly to the 8.0 magnitude that struck Peru by sending containers of valuable medical supplies, food, blankets, and other humanitarian aid.

From Trial to Triumph

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:54:50 -0500

Thanks to Grace Penney, Giving Children Hope is set to benefit from the "2009 Orange County Culinary Olympics":http://www.culinaryolympics.org/index.html! Grace is using her personal battle and recovery from lymphoma to be a triumph for other children who struggle to survive from various diseases.

OC Charity Brings Relief Aid to Santiago Fire Fighters

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:52:14 -0500

Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OC Charity Brings Relief Aid to Santiago Fire Fighters Buena Park, Calif.

Spreading Good Will

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:50:27 -0500

Jackie Rocheleau of Goodwill has been taking volunteers to participate at Giving Children Hope for the last three years. Jackie takes volunteers who have a lack of education or work experience, as well as those with physical, mental and emotional disabilities to obtain valuable working experience by being a volunteer.

Orange County Charity Establishes New Medical Clinic in Zimbabwe

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:49:08 -0500

PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release Orange County Charity Establishes New Medical Clinic in Zimbabwe BUENA PARK (September 17, 2007)- Giving Children Hope (GCH), through partnership and sponsorship of the Orange Rotary, has established a new medical clinic in Zimbabwe and is sending supplies to replenish already establish

Working Together to Help Out the GCH Family

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:48:24 -0500

On Saturday, September 20, groups from Rock Harbor Church, Christ Community Church in Buena Park, Yorba Linda Friends Church, First Congregational Church, and the Yorba Linda Rotary helped clean GCH's home by helping with maintenance around the building. Volunteers helped to paint our walls, clean our offices, perform landsc

Orange County Charity Ships Community Clinic Container to South Africa

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:47:50 -0500

PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release Orange County Charity Ships Community Clinic Container to South Africa BUENA PARK (September 11, 2007)-On August 17th, Giving Children Hope shipped out a container to the Mapela, South Africa in conjunction with the CareNow Foundation in Westlake Village, CA.

GCH Team in Indonesia During Earthquake

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:46:41 -0500

PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release GCH in Indonesia During Earthquake BUENA PARK (September 12, 2007)- Giving Children Hope (GCH) has a team of five men on the ground in Indonesia.

Giving Back Sevenfold

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:46:20 -0500

Meet Jeff White, our newest member of Giving Children Hope’s Board of Directors who is going above and beyond to give back. Jeff is actively involved with the "Yorba Linda Sunrise Rotary Club":http://www.ylrotary.org/, and has completed several mission trips.

Response to Southern California Fires

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:43:20 -0500

Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Response to Southern California Fires BUENA PARK, CA (October 24, 2007) Giving Children Hope/Global Operations and Development is partnering with the Salvation Army, Hope Force International, and Mariners Church to immediately distribute aid to those who have been displaced by the outb

A Winning Team

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:42:16 -0500

This year's winners from the "Mr. California USA":http://www.mrcaliforniausa.com/index.html pageant, volunteered their time to work with Giving Children Hope. The distinguished young men helped take inventory of medical supplies and fill backpacks for our "We’ve Got Your Back":5.html program. Mr.

Giving Back- One Pair of Baby Shoes at a Time

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:41:40 -0500

Jessica Haley, owner of a growing business and mother of two, is teaming up with Giving Children Hope to alleviate poverty! Early this year, Jessica started "Mia Joie":http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5708284, an online boutique of unique, organic children’s shoes and accessories she named after her daughter Mia.

For the Love of Children

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:40:18 -0500

Virginia Vaughn, a youth leader at "First Congregational Church":http://www.mycongregationalchurch.net/ in Buena Park, and her husband, Kenny, helped to organize Giving Children Hope’s very first walk-a-thon to help hungry children of Orange County! “Walking with Hope," was held in May of this year to benefit Giving Child

Constructing Hope

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:39:19 -0500

Tim Pae, General Engineering and Building Contractor, came to work with Giving Children Hope to complete 16 hours of community service.

Giving Children Hope Addresses the Need in Local Communities

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:37:14 -0500

Giving Children Hope Addresses the Need in Local Communities PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BUENA PARK, California (July 11, 2007)- Nonprofit organization Giving Children Hope held a quarterly forum addressing the needs of the local homeless, including Orange County’s ten-year model to assist the poor in developing

Giving Back in a Big Way: Messiah Lutheran Church

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:37:10 -0500

On Sunday June 25, Messiah Lutheran Church presented Giving Children Hope with a $20,000 capital donation at their morning services. The donation of capital funds will go toward Giving Children Hope’s structural improvements on the pharmaceutical room at the distribution center in Buena Park. Giving Children Hope's pharm

Students Giving Back to the Global and Local Community

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:36:07 -0500

Over 70 Orange Lutheran High School students filled Giving Children Hope’s distribution center on Friday to help with the China disaster relief efforts. They sorted and packed medical supplies for a container that is scheduled to leave this week.

Corporate Giving

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:34:26 -0500

On July 17, 2007, 18 volunteers from Enterprise Rent-A-Car volunteered their time at Giving Children Hope through the United Way volunteer program. Enterprise and its employees have a long-standing tradition of helping local communities, children in need, the United Way and a wide variety of charitable organizations, causes a

A Creative Way to Give Back

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:33:21 -0500

Tara Brianna Morrison has proven that everyone can use their gifts to give back to the community.

Volunteer marks his 5th year of service to GCH

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:18:56 -0500

Ron Holliman, a retired industrial instrumentation technician, has been a volunteer at Giving Children Hope’s for five years! Ron first learned about the organization through his church, EV Free Fullerton, and began donating his time at GCH’s prior facility in Placentia sorting medical supplies.

Orange Lutheran High School Students Volunteer at GCH for "Serve Day"

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:15:29 -0500

On Friday, January 25th, 2008, 40 Orange Lutheran High School students volunteered at Giving Children Hope as part of a school-wide "Serve Day." The students split into groups and worked on projects such as packing wooden-cross necklaces from a Giving Children Hope micro-enterprise program in Indonesia, packing food boxes fo

A Thank You from Women for World Health, Inc.

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:54:40 -0500

Giving Children Hope partnered with "Women for World Health":http://www.womenforworldhealth.org/ on their medical mission to Ecuador.

Working on Peace, Hope in Uganda

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:53:18 -0500

INTERNATIONAL CRISIS GROUP - NEW REPORT Northern Uganda: The Road to Peace, with or without Kony Nairobi/Kampala/Juba/Brussels, 10 December 2008: The Juba peace process is stagnant and likely to fail unless the Ugandan government and the international community redirect the negotiations.

Christmas Shopping with a Cause!

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:44:15 -0500

Get something for everyone on your Christmas list while giving back to the community! From spa packages valued at $270 starting at $24.99 to a trip to Reno starting at only $19.99, there's something for everyone on your list! *%100 of the proceeds will go directly to Giving Children Hope.* "Shop now to support Giving C

Orange County Culinary Olympics to Benefit Giving Children Hope

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:41:57 -0500

The "Orange County Culinary Olympics":http://www.culinaryolympics.org/ fundraiser, held from March 12-15, 2009 at the Resort at Pelican Hill, will help benefit Giving Children Hope and our programs. The three-day event features international and local top chefs competing in ‘iron chef style.’ OCCO™ will crown the ‘

Voyage of Hope Photos Available for Order

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:40:50 -0500

Thank you to all of those who contributed to making Giving Children Hope's gala, Voyage of Hope, a success! On October 10, guests who attended were able to take a Voyage of Hope and help make a difference in a child’s life. They enjoyed fine dining, a silent and live auction, and dancing.

Director of Advancement Speaks on Mission Panel

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:39:04 -0500

Jenise Steverding, Director of Advancement at Giving Children Hope, was invited on Sunday to speak at Missions Sunday at "Mission Viejo Christian Church":http://mvcchome.org/. Visiting missionaries shared their unique global perspective from travels and teachings in every corner of the world.

GCH Helps Church Send Medical Supplies to Uganda

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:34:01 -0500

Giving Children Hope, in partnership with "Peninsula Community Church":http://www.peninsulacommunitychurch.com/, helped send aid to Uganda for the church's Uganda Medical Mission, "Peninsula Uganda P.E.A.C.E. Trip 2008":http://easysite.com/uganda. The medical mission is led by Dr. Dapo Popoola.

Giving Children Hope Receives Grant for Indonesia Project

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:32:32 -0500

"First Fruit, Inc.":http://www.firstfruit.org/ and "The National Christian Foundation":http://www.nationalchristian.com/ has provided Giving Children Hope with a grant to fund our long term micro-enterprise projects in Indonesia. Several micro-enterprise programs are already in operation in the region.

GCH on Make a Difference Network

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:31:16 -0500

Giving Children Hope has posted their Indonesian micro-enterprise bakery project on Make the Difference Network, a star-powered online fundraising web site that allows people to donate to your projects. Please visit "Giving Children Hope's profile":http://mtdn.com/givingchildrenhope and directly help the people in need the mo

Join GCH at UCLA on March 9

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:30:18 -0500

*SPECIAL EVENT* On March 9, Giving Children Hope invites you to UCLA to hear indigenous leader Pastor Andre tell his amazing story of his home country Cameroon, Africa, and what he does today to help those from his home country.

Job Training Brings Hope

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:29:34 -0500

On January 31, four students completed Giving Children Hope's computer training course as part of the workforce development program, Hands of Hope. In the 8-week course, students learned the basic operations of a computer, basic typing skills, and Microsoft Office.

Medicine to Haiti

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:28:43 -0500

On February 1, Giving Children Hope sent boxes of over-the-counter medicine to Michigan where they will be hand-delivered by Bill van Steenis to the El Shaddi Ministries Church in Port-au-Prince, Haiti.

Hands of Hope Launches Warehouse Training Program

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:27:19 -0500

Giving Children Hope’s workforce development program, Hands of Hope, is launching their 4-month warehouse training program on February 12.

GCH Participates in 2007 Global Summit on AIDS

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:22:13 -0500

On November 28th, 2007, Senior Pastor of "Saddleback Church":http://www.saddlebackchurch.com, Rick Warren, welcomed over 1,000 attendees to the "2007 Global Summit on AIDS and the Church":http://www.purposedriven.com/en-US/HIVAIDSCommunity/GlobalConference/Initiative.htm.

Gala Photo Available for Viewing

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:16:52 -0500

View photos from our very first gala!

First Annual Gala Benefit Gala

Harmony Trevino — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:03:15 -0500

On Friday evening, November 2nd, 2007, Giving Children Hope hosted our first annual Benefit Gala, "Light Up A Child's World," at the Los Coyotes Country Club in Buena Park, CA. Two hundred and sixty guests were in attendance with emcee Rich Buhler and keynote speaker Rex Hudler.

The New Face of Homelessness

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:18:24 -0500

2009 is off to an interesting year. One thing is for certain, we all can't wait for the economy to turn. Who knows how long that will be. In recent months we've noticed a change in the needs of our program feeding homeless children.

More than a website

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:17:26 -0500

The last couple days my co-workers have just seen me stressed about a “web data migration” but they really don’t understand what I am talking about in the new "website".

Great Ideas!

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:16:03 -0500

I love sharing inspiring ideas. This one is from partner organization Mercy Homes and what the President Mike is doing with his employees at work. The company decided to give all of the money that it makes in the soda machine to help support the Mercy Home.

What do art and human slavery have in common?

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:15:13 -0500

Read the entire post to find out: Over the weekend I had a great chance to catch up with a friend I hadn’t talked to in some time. These days, keeping up with my friends is so hard because every day is SO full here at Giving Children Hope. As she and I sat yesterday over coffee the time flew.

Honoring the Life of Martin Luther King Jr

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:14:10 -0500

Most people know that MLK day is a big volunteer day. **What better way to honor the life of Martin Luther King Jr. then to spend the day in community service.** Today Giving Children Hope hosted about 70 volunteers over the course of the day: http://www.gchope.org/serve-on-martin-luther-king-jr.-day.html.

What to do about Gaza?

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:13:12 -0500

As a humanitarian, we get asked so many questions about the work that we do. On Tuesday, the press was out to talk to us about Gaza. The story will air tonight on the Real Orange at 6:30. I’m anxious to see how the story plays out.

Adventures in Peru

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:12:10 -0500

There will be more to write in the coming days, but for now I have returned from the jungle and will fly home from Lima today.

Arrival into Peru

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:11:20 -0500

Mike and I arrived late last night. In addition to our cab driver, there were 6 others waiting to welcome us at 1:30 AM. Today we made our way to a town outside of Lima to visit the new Mercy Home. A family of 5 there has committed to taking in 6 kids.

Off to Peru

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:10:28 -0500

So, I'm off to Peru in just a few hours. We're still praying that the medicines cleared customs in time for our trip as we don't have confirmation.

Partners in Peru

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:09:07 -0500

In a few days I’ll (hopefully) be taking off on my first international trip for work. Now, I’ve actually been several places around the world, including living in both Italy and South Africa. But this will be my first time to Peru, and my first time in South America.

New Year: Goodbye 2008, welcome 2009

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:07:35 -0500

This year I’m spending New Year’s in New York City. With all of my adventures in life, spending New Year’s Eve in New York City is not one that I have yet experienced. So I’m excited. But I’m always more excited to see people that I care about.

The Spirit of Christmas

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:04:56 -0500

I just left the office this Christmas Eve and I’m getting ready to go visit with my family for the holiday. I wept today tears of sadness at the dire situation in a nation far away and also tears of joy to be working together with partners who are truly embracing the spirit of Christmas and giving.

Cholera in Zimbabwe

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:03:23 -0500

Today I talked to a few different people about the crisis in Zimbabwe. As it turns out, we broke down our costs and we are working to fundraise just 22 cents per person to treat for the cholera outbreak.

Is there anything good about more stuff?

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:01:41 -0500

The Christmas season is filled with stuff.

Sharing Burdens

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:59:49 -0500

At Giving Children Hope I truly get great get joy from our partners. They are passionate people who are dedicated to helping others and advancing the cause to bring hope! Yesterday we had back in our office Brian from Won Generation. We are working together to assist the country of Zimbabwe.

The Journey Towards Hope

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:58:05 -0500

I guess it’s fitting that my last blog about death be followed by a blog about hope and certainly thanks as this is Thanksgiving.

The Journey through Death

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:56:31 -0500

It isn’t often one wants to write, or even think about death. But it’s been a little hard for me to escape from these last weeks. My almost 91 year old grandfather is currently on his death bed. He’s in the advanced stages of Alzheimer’s and any day now he will pass from this life to one with Jesus.

Top 5 Things to Ensure a Successful Partnership

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:53:45 -0500

h4. 1) Focus on the cause. When it makes sense for the cause to work together, but necessarily for your own organization, you should still partner (within reason). As others see that you are more committed to the cause above yourself and your organization, it makes you more attractive. h4.

Top 5 Reasons Non-profits don’t partner together

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:51:26 -0500

h4. 1) Fear of losing donors to the partner organization. The truth is, people donate on average to 7 organizations. When you promote your partner rather than fear them, chances are that you won’t lose a donor but your partner might gain a donor. And vice versa. h4. 2) Control: who gets the final say when you partner.

Fire Update

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:49:27 -0500

Giving Children Hope is determining the best way to help our neighbors. On a personal note, I am happy to report that my parent’s home is standing – as is their street thanks in part to police officers and two brave neighbors who put out small fires in back yards while the firemen battled the large flames.

Wildfires

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:48:05 -0500

Normally I write about partnering with others, and it’s a little bit more removed. **Today as I write about fires, it strikes a cord close to home….my own family.** This afternoon I helped my family to evacuate from the Southern California wildfires.

Could building medical clinics be the rebuilding of the Temple?

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:47:03 -0500

Today’s message in the church that I attend was on the temple and the fact that Christ dwells among us IN the temple. Meaning that WE are the temple and Christ is dwelling inside of us and the radicalness of this concept.

More on Human Trafficking

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:44:36 -0500

The last two days I’ve had conversations about the issue of human trafficking. If you are not familiar with this issue you will certainly be hearing more and more about it with the different advocacy efforts taking place. Today I visited with my friend and non-profit partner David Batstone.

Freedom

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:43:05 -0500

Giving Children Hope remains an apolitical organization focusing on directly working with individuals and organizations on the ground and not advocating for political ideologies.

Who are the Poor?

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:40:24 -0500

My blog that I promised my friend and web developer Brett (although the title web developer doesn’t do him justice but I don’t know what else to call him) is about partnering in non-profits.

Human Slavery

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:38:10 -0500

My favorite part about working for Giving Children Hope is all of the really cool people we get to meet and partner with to bring about positive change in the world. Last night I was invited to the Hollywood premiere of Call + Response.

Church Partnerships

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:36:56 -0500

One of the things I love about working at a faith-based non-profit is that we can work with all different churches, and they can work together with us and with one another. On Saturday we had a big work day at our facility. **Four different churches came together to serve us and others.

Being Used in Spite of Ourselves

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:34:48 -0500

I’m always humbled by how product that leaves our facility is used. And I’m always humbled by the hard work of our partners on the other end. __Every shipment has a story. When you do large and small shipments, you become an organization filled with stories__. More than you could ever tell. This week was no different.

Partnering in Relief

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:32:59 -0500

Working in my field, often you have to switch gears between relief and development. This summer we’ve had to switch more often then I’d like. Relief work means that you have to quickly adapt and rearrange your schedule to respond to the immediate need. Today we switched gears to Houston.

Giving it all to God

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:30:38 -0500

Today in church I had a good reminder to STOP and pray! The church I am attending asked the congregation to show up morning, noon, and night this week to pray and on Friday to fast for the direction of the next year.

Non-Profit and Church Collaborations in Orange County

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:29:04 -0500

One of the great things about my job at Giving Children Hope is that we are an organization built on collaborations. And one of the great things about this time in history is that collaborations over competition are highly valued. I attended two collaborative meetings outside of the office today.

Gulf Coast Relief

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:27:47 -0500

So, working in disaster relief can be exhausting and you realize just how many man-made and natural disasters there are in the world. However, it can also be exciting.

South African clinic

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:25:57 -0500

Saturday night I was visiting with my family celebrating my Aunt’s birthday in Thousand Oaks. We were out at a restaurant when we bumped into a couple that I had originally met in South Africa and was my initial connection to the South African clinic Giving Children Hope established in partnership with the CareNow Foundation.

Africa

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:24:20 -0500

Today I met with a partner, Mildred. Mildred is from Zambia. We have been trying to partner for 15 months now. She's been here obtaining her nursing degree so her and her husband can open a teaching clinic in Zambia.

Politics

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:22:48 -0500

So, we have this rule at work - check your politics at the door. This is hard for me. I'm political. My faith dictates my politics. But my faith dictates it in a different way than other people in my office. We happen to all be faith people. We happen to all be of the SAME faith.

Human Slavery

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:20:23 -0500

Last night I was able to watch the film, Call + Respond which will come in theaters in October. My friend of 5 years Justin Dillion is the director and has partnered with another friend, David Batstone of the Not for Sale Campaign.

Partners even in competition

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:19:11 -0500

I'm watching the Olympics with so much joy this year! I'm not the biggest sports fan, but the Olympics are something of their own. Of course, all eyes are on Michael Phelps. I had no idea who he was, and he is really amazing! I watched tonight as he barely won his 7th gold.

Community Partners

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:18:00 -0500

Some of my favorite partners in doing community development are the partners out in the private sector. Of course, I LOVE our field partners - that is why I love doing my job - but I am continually inspired by the people OUTSIDE of my org who want to do something.

Non-Profit Partnering

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:15:41 -0500

So, at Giving Children Hope, we exist on non-profit partnerships. As a matter of fact, we almost never do a project that isn't a partnership. Basically, we want to work ourselves out of a job. If we aren't doing that, well, we just aren't doing our jobs. I appreciate this about my workplace.