Remember watching The Wizard of Oz when you were a kid? Dorothy and her loveable sidekicks were on a journey, each seeking something special which they could only receive from the Wonderful Wizard. Dorothy and Toto wanted to go home to Kansas. The Scarecrow wanted a brain. The Tin Man, a heart. And then there was the lion, … Read more
Read More »What’s the first thing you think about when you hear the word “education”? Did the image of sitting in your 3rd grade classroom watching the teacher write your homework on the board come to mind? I bet most people in the US would think of a similar scenario. But the way education is passed down varies … Read more
Read More »This weekend America is celebrating Memorial Day, a day that recognizes those who have died while serving in our country’s armed forces. On Memorial Day we take time to remember, honor and celebrate those who fought to protect our country. History class has taught us that many countries have fought in wars over the years. … Read more
Read More »If you’ve been keeping up with the celebrity news, you’ve probably heard the story about Jack Black’s recent visit to Kampala City, Uganda – the same city our students are from. Black was visiting as part of NBC’s partnership with Red Nose Day to raise money and awareness for children and young people living in … Read more
Read More »Shout out to all moms out there! It’s your special day. Parenting isn’t always easy, and single and adoptive parents sometimes have even more difficulties to face as parents. Despite the struggles, year round you are there to provide love, nurturing and support to care for your child and give them the best chances at … Read more
Read More »Mother’s Day is right around the corner and that means kids all over the country will be thinking about what to get mom. On the top of everyone’s list will be the regular cards flowers, chocolates, jewelry, and of course the homemade gift. Nothing can beat the macaroni necklace or heart-shaped picture frame made out of puzzle pieces… but … Read more
Read More »FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Las Vegas – April 17, 2015 – This Mother’s Day, share love and hope with orphaned girls in Uganda by purchasing a handmade necklace for a loved one to support Hope for Hearts, a nonprofit that raises funds for St. Elizabeth Girls Academy (SEGA), a school/orphanage in Kampala City, Uganda. “A Hope for … Read more
Read More »I recently watched A BBC miniseries “The Honourable Woman” and there was a particular statement that stuck out to me. “Conflict is born from terror. Terror thrives on poverty and dies on wealth.” Wealth is created thru education. Many studies have been conducted on the link between conflict and poverty. While the debate continues as to whether conflict … Read more
Read More »In last week’s edition of the weekend word we focused on the word poverty, from our mission statement. After analyzing the problems facing the children who come to our school, it’s time we turn to a solution. This week we will discuss prosperity and what it takes to be prosperous. pros·per·i·ty präˈsperədē/ noun the state … Read more
Read More »We talk a lot about how Hope for Hearts strives to help children living in conflicted areas lift themselves up from poverty to prosperity through education. In these next two editions of the Weekend Word we’ll be analyzing the words poverty and prosperity and what it means to carry out our mission. In this Weekend Word, … Read more
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