Are you considering sponsoring a child? In this blog, you will discover why Food For The Poor’s Angels Of Hope program is one of the most trusted and impactful child sponsorship options available. You will learn: • How the child sponsorship program works and what your sponsorship provides• Why Food For The Poor focuses on […]
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The Benefits of Safe Homes for Children
A safe home offers more than four walls and a roof. It can provide a haven where children dream, grow, and begin to shape their futures. But for millions of children in Latin America and the Caribbean, this essential need is lacking, as half the population lives in unsafe housing, many without access to safe […]
Bringing Life and Opportunity to Peruvian Cacao Farmers
Transforming Lives Through Cacao Farming In the lush, green heart of Peru’s Ucayali region, something extraordinary is happening. Hundreds of Peruvian cacao farmers are turning the fruits of their labor into lasting change, and it’s all thanks to a powerful combination of innovation, fair trade partnerships, and a deep love for the land. The goal […]
How Agriculture Unlocks Food Security for Families in Latin America and the Caribbean
Boosting Food Security: Sustainable Agriculture in Latin America and the Caribbean Imagine waking up at dawn every day, working in a corn or bean field from sunup to sundown, and still not having enough to feed your children. This is the heartbreaking struggle for many families across Latin America and the Caribbean. They are hardworking […]
4 Essential Ways Capacity Building Drives Community Development
According to The United Nations, community development is defined as “a process where community members come together to take collective action and generate solutions to common problems.” It’s a means of bringing people together to identify challenges and create solutions that drive lasting change. [1] But true transformation doesn’t happen overnight. It is cultivated by empowering […]
Share Your Blessings: Provide Hope This December
Year-End Giving: Transform Lives, Spread Hope December is a time of reflection, gratitude, and giving. It’s a season that invites us to open our hearts and extend love to others. In this blog, you will: • Discover the power of year-end giving and the impact it has on children, families, and communities across Latin America […]
Hispanic Heritage Month: FFTP Honors Team Members
This National Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15 – Oct. 15, Food For The Poor is excited to highlight our Hispanic team members who are dedicated to our mission of supporting those in need throughout Latin America and the Caribbean. Childhood Experiences Set the Stage for Maria Fernanda Rios’ Work at Food For The Poor As […]
Hispanic Heritage Month: FFTP Honors Team Members
This National Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15 – Oct. 15, Food For The Poor is excited to highlight our Hispanic team members who are dedicated to our mission of supporting those in need throughout Latin America and the Caribbean. Childhood Experiences Set the Stage for Maria Fernanda Rios’ Work at Food For The Poor As […]
3 Projects Shaping the Future Through Generational Change
Food For The Poor celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month by honoring the rich cultures, traditions, and contributions that define the vibrant communities in the countries where we serve. It is a powerful reminder of the resilience of heritage and the potential to shape the future through generational change. Driving Generational Change One of the most compelling […]
Steps to Sustainable Development in an Impoverished Community
Sustainable Development Means Teamwork Why give a person a fish to feed them for a day when you can teach an entire village to fish, sell the fish, and sustain their lives? This is what sustainable development does for the people Food For The Poor helps. Guided by a thorough monitoring and evaluation process, the […]