where we change lives.
sonora, Mexico
In Sonora, Mexico, we are breaking new ground and paving the way. Until recently, institutional care was the only legal option for orphans in Sonora. Recently, The Hope Effect became the first and only nonprofit to receive approval to provide family-style care.
Morelia, Mexico
In Morelia, Michoacán, we are pioneering family-style care. We were recently invited to establish family-style care in this city, and we have big dreams. With your partnership, we could see every child under age three living in a loving family within the next three years…and every orphanage in Morelia empty by the year 2030.
Nuevo León, Mexico
In Monterrey, Nuevo León, we are helping children get out of orphanages and back into loving their families. Family separation due to poverty is a large problem in Monterrey. With our experienced partner, Back2Back Mexico, we are focusing on reintegraion.
chihuahua, mexico
In Chihuahua, Mexico, we are helping family-style care expand farther, faster. Along with our partner organization, Familia Lightshine, we are increasing the capacity to provide loving family-style care for orphaned and vulnerable children in this city.
Santa Rosa, honduras
In Santa Rosa de Copán, Honduras, we are expanding family-style care and helping get more kids in loving families than ever before. With our partners, Legacy of Hope, we are on the leading edge of providing this innovative type of orphan care in Honduras.
Chiang Mai, Thailand
In Chiang Mai, Thailand, we are helping orphaned and vulnerable children get out of orphanages and into loving families. The number one reason for family separation in Thailand is poverty. With our partners, Jojo’s Sanctuary, we are focusing on two key areas: reintegration and prevention.
BATTAMBANG, CAMBODIA
In Cambodia, the primary reasons for family separation are poverty and a prevailing view that orphanages provide an opportunity for advancement for kids. With our experienced partners, Cambodian Children’s Trust, we are helping get kids out of orphanages and back into their loving families…where they belong.

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