We learn so much from @jeffrutt1, HOPE’s founder, about dedication to God’s Kingdom and faithfully stewarding what God has given us. In this in-depth profile with National Christian Foundation, the Rutt family shares how they live out their commitment to faithful, God-honoring generosity with their children and grandchildren—including on a recent trip with HOPE to visit savings groups in Zambia and Zimbabwe! Read how in NCF’s article: https://lnkd.in/gt4RyNZ8
HOPE International
Non-profit Organizations
Lancaster, PA 24,219 followers
We invest in the dreams of families in the world's underserved communities as we proclaim and live the Gospel.
About us
Based in Lancaster, PA, HOPE International (HOPE) is a Christian faith-based, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization investing in the dreams of families in the world's underserved communities as we proclaim and live the Gospel. Why Christ-centered financial services? We believe families in poverty have the God-given talents and skills to provide for their families. What they don’t have is a lump sum of money to invest in their potential—by paying school fees, saving for the future, or investing in businesses. Two billion people around the world do not have access to financial services. 91 percent of adults in high-income countries have an account compared to just 28 percent in low-income countries. We desire to see men and women around the world find their soul’s satisfaction in Christ and become dignified, hope-filled providers in their families and communities. In obedience to Christ’s command to love our neighbor and make disciples of all nations, HOPE International provides discipleship opportunities, biblically based training, a safe place to save, and loans. We offer these services through two models: 1. Savings groups are groups of individuals who save their money together in partnership with the local church. As they build a secure sum of money, members often take out loans from their group to pay for household expenses or invest in businesses. 2. Microfinance institutions are banks designed to serve entrepreneurs in poverty by providing loans, a safe place to save, and other financial services to help men and women invest in their businesses and provide for their families. We have a heart for underserved areas. In some cases, we start a HOPE-managed program; in others, we partner with an existing Christ-centered ministry. Together, the HOPE network consists of microfinance institutions and savings group programs working throughout Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe, and Latin America. www.hopeinternational.org
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http://www.hopeinternational.org
External link for HOPE International
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Lancaster, PA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1997
- Specialties
- holistic approach, energetic drive, humility and respect, innovation, compassionate, empowering, microfinance, savings groups, and poverty alleviation
Locations
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227 Granite Run Drive
Suite 250
Lancaster, PA 17601, US
Employees at HOPE International
Updates
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When Mary Chimudenda needed money to provide for her three children after her husband passed away unexpectedly, she turned to her savings group in Zambia—not a loan shark—for support. “From the time my husband died, people have seen me doing fine through the savings ministry,” Mary says. “My children are fed, they dress well, and they go to school.” Praise God!
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Get to know HOPE Benin's country director: Yvette Missainhoun! Yvette brings a wealth of experience in leadership and economic development. Since she joined us last November, she’s gathered a powerful team, built relationships with local church leaders, and positioned church partners to start savings groups. Read our Q&A with her on the blog: https://lnkd.in/gCEV3k8w
Q&A with HOPE Benin's country director | HOPE International
https://blog.hopeinternational.org
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Great news: we have officially begun partnerships with our first two church denominations in Benin: the Assemblies of God Church and the Union of Baptist Churches!🎉We're excited for these churches to begin savings groups in the communities they already serve. God continues to use His Church in Benin to tackle material and spiritual poverty🙌
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Did you know that today is World Listening Day? Today, we celebrate the value of listening more and talking less. 👂 At HOPE, we learn so much from the people we serve. If we’re truly seeking to honor Christ and love the families we walk with, listening must be a key part of our practice. We strive to be a listening-first organization—committed to hearing from the men and women we serve, and then evaluating and integrating their feedback into our work. Pictured: An Urwego Finance staff member talks with Patrick Rukundo, an entrepreneur we serve in Rwanda
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Our 24th annual golf tournament fundraiser to help drive out global #poverty will be on September 13 and we'd love to see you there! ⛳ We invite you to join us as a sponsor or golfer to help us raise $1,400,000 to invest in the dreams of families around the world through discipleship, biblically based training, providing them a safe place to save money, and accessibility to loans. Enjoy time on the green on one of three beautiful #golf courses across Pennsylvania and Maryland—Iron Valley Golf Club, Wyncote Golf Club, and The Woodlands Golf Course. Explore sponsorship opportunities and learn more at https://hopeint.cc/golf
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Would you pray with us? Burundi’s fuel shortage presses on, making it difficult for loan officers to visit the people we serve and for entrepreneurs to conduct their businesses as usual. Join us in asking the Lord for provision, safe travels, and creative solutions for staff, entrepreneurs, and savings group members during this time.🙏
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In this episode, Jeff, Jeff, and Kristen discuss: *Gratitude is born at the crossroads of perspective. *Living life with a grateful heart. *Finding your life of purpose. *The key to raising grateful kids. *Capturing the moments and the audience that matter most. *Staying present in the moment, looking up, looking around, and slowing down. Listen to this week's episode with Kristen Welch on Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3zJ0Yep You can also watch this episode on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3zAR5Q3
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A key to alleviating #poverty, to breaking generations-long cycles, lies in relationships. “In the garden of Eden, deep communion with God and others laid the foundation for work,” says Brian Fikkert, founder of The Chalmers Center at Covenant College for Economic Development. Read more in this article from National Christian Foundation on why relationships are so vital to empowering underserved families: https://lnkd.in/evnDqWQR
Poverty in America: 5 surprising ways to fight it - National Christian Foundation
ncfgiving.com
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In our recent global staff devotion, we were encouraged by what it means to abide in Christ. We read the story of Mary, who sat at the feet of Jesus, listening to Him. Her sister Martha grew frustrated with this and asked Jesus to send Mary to help with the meal preparations. “Martha, Martha,” the Lord answered, “you are worried and upset about many things, but few things are needed—or indeed only one. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her” (Luke 10:41-42). Jesus invites us to set aside busyness--even with good things--to be with Him. May this also encourage you to spend more time with the Lord—abide in Him!
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