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A Week of Connection and Commitment: Florida Fundraising Success
Last week, the Common Hope team spent time in Florida, connecting with supporters old and new. It was a week filled with inspiring...
Adam Meyer
Feb 181 min read
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Staff Spotlight: Eunice
For nearly two years, Eunice has been making a difference as a social worker at Common Hope, and she couldn’t be happier with the work...
Courtney Strobel
Oct 8, 20242 min read
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Bay Area Shines Bright: A Successful Finale for Noche de Colores 2024
Lafayette Veterans Memorial Hall was alive with energy as people gathered with a shared purpose: to change lives and foster positive...
Courtney Strobel
Sep 25, 20242 min read
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Supporters in Action: The Power of Community
Avery Dresel: Communications Team Intern, Summer 2024 As a third-year university student majoring in Latin American and Latinx Studies &...
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Sep 25, 20242 min read
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A Home for the Ramirez family
In Spanish, the word for home is ‘hogar', which conveys the place where you live, as well as the emotional sense of security and comfort...
Courtney Strobel
Sep 25, 20242 min read
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First-Semester Honors for Common Hope Students
It’s a great feeling to be acknowledged for all the hard work you’ve done! The Education Support Team recently hosted a celebration to...
Courtney Strobel
Sep 9, 20242 min read
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Some Lessons Last a lifetime: Celebrating what it mean to be Chapín
It was a busy afternoon at New Hope School during the Chapín celebrations, a vibrant event honoring all that it means to be...
Courtney Strobel
Sep 9, 20242 min read
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The results are in: The HopeMasters Raised $112,000
We're proud of our community! On August 26th, we gathered to play golf, connect with dedicated Common Hope supporters, and create...
Courtney Strobel
Sep 5, 20242 min read
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Meet Valeska & Manny: A Love Letter to Guatemala
We have some exciting news and a fun way for you to show your love for Guatemala as we gear up for Guatemalan Independence Day on...
Courtney Strobel
Sep 1, 20243 min read
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Staff Spotlight: Nidya
Nidya is a longstanding staff member who has been part of our team in Guatemala for the past 18 years. Her journey with Common Hope began...
Courtney Strobel
Jul 23, 20241 min read
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Star Student: Meet Oto
Education instills confidence. But don’t take our word for it. Let's get an expert student opinion from Oto! We are proud to shine a...
Courtney Strobel
Jul 15, 20242 min read
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Noche de Colores Chicago is a Success
We truly can’t say thank you enough! This year, we made the decision to bring back Noche de Colores on tour to some of the cities where...
Courtney Strobel
Jun 18, 20242 min read
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Happy Fathers Day!
In celebration of Father’s Day, we want to thank all fathers who inspire and support their families every day, striving to give their...
Adam Meyer
Jun 16, 20241 min read
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From Shelter to Sanctuary: The Journey of the Paredez Family
In years past, May would bring tears of frustration to Nancy and Concepciòn Paredez because it marked the start of the rainy season in...
Courtney Strobel
May 22, 20242 min read
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Together We Bloom: Noche de Colores Raises $312,000
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you to everyone who attended Noche de Colores, Our Future in Bloom on May 9, 2024. The evening was...
Courtney Strobel
May 17, 20243 min read
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Exciting News From Common Hope
Common Hope | Familias de Esperanza is pleased to share an exciting update regarding our Executive Director search. The US Executive...
Adam Meyer
May 2, 20241 min read
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From Inspiration to Action: Madeline's Volunteer Story
As we celebrate National Volunteer Month, we wanted to shine a spotlight on a remarkable volunteer - Madeline! Through her Vision Team...
Courtney Strobel
Apr 16, 20242 min read
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Elaine's Commitment to Education
Elaine's story as a sponsor is one of a strong desire to make a difference in the lives of others. From her early days growing up to her...
Courtney Strobel
Mar 29, 20243 min read
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Beyond Boundaries: Stories of Hope from New Hope School
In March, we celebrate International Women’s Month. The month is set aside to honor women’s contributions and raise awareness about...
Courtney Strobel
Mar 14, 20243 min read
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From Packages to Possibilities: Inside Common Hope's School Supply Fair
Luis, who is part of the Scholarships Administration Department, has had a busy month leading one of Common Hope’s most important...
Courtney Strobel
Mar 5, 20242 min read
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