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2 272624222018144ContentsConvoyNewsOntheMapOfferingHopeToday&TomorrowPictureThisLearnAboutConvoyQ&AFYILegacyGivingInvestinginTransformation Convoy of Hope strategically partners with communities to support lasting transformation. Help show the people ofnottheyUkrainearealone. Visit convoy.org/relief-for-ukraine or scan the code here. 168 Spreading Hope at Home Rural Initiatives brings help and nurtures collaboration in small towns.
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3 On the Cover: Convoy of Hope feeds more than 8,500 children in Burkina Faso. Editor-in-Chief | Roger Flessing Editor | Scott Harrup Managing Editor | Lindsay Donaldson-Kring Content Editors | Levi Costello, Alyssa Everett & Morgan Mills Reporters | Sara Forhetz & Destin Harrison Photographers | Clayton Gilligan, Jess Heugel, Christian Lamb, Joe Mason & Simen Reinemo Webmaster | Jess Heugel Creative Director | Josh Carter Designers | Aaron Davis, Leah Kiser & Misty Olivera Board of Directors Dr. Aaron Cole, Court Durkalski, Telvin Jeffries, Dr. Brad Trask, Dominick Garcia, Dr. Tom Carter, Lindsay Howard, Dr. Sam Huddleston, Randy Hurst, Cheryl Jamison, Klayton Ko, Kay Logsdon, Rich Nathan, Tom Rankin, Sherilynn Tounger, Kirk Yamaguchi & Hal Donaldson (President) Feedback | editor@convoyofhope.org Website | convoyofhope.org Twitter | @convoyofhope Facebook | /convoyofhope Postmaster | Send address changes to: Hope Quarterly 1 Convoy Drive, Springfield, MO 65802 1 Convoy Drive, Springfield, MO 65802 Hope Quarterly is published by Convoy of Hope. Published: Fall 2022 ©2022 Convoy of Hope FALL 2022 he scale of the world’s problems can be overwhelming, and at times we may feel powerless to make a difference. But please know your kindness and generosity are changing lives. Partners like you fuel Convoy of Hope’s global mission one person at a time. When Convoy feeds one hungry child, that child joins more than 465,000 children in our Children’s Feeding initiative. The same reality is true when one woman is empowered. She joins more than 35,000 others who were educated and equipped in 2021. Or when one struggling farmer learns how to grow more food, that farmer is among the nearly 24,000 who found greater hope last year alone. When you come alongside Convoy of Hope, you are changing lives forever and investing in community transformation for generations to come. Thank you for your compassion and refusing to accept the status quo. Thank you for believing that every life is Gratefully,important.
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Thegoal.Martin family farms more than 7,000 acres of rice in Missouri’s bootheel near the town of Bernie and has built a manufacturing plant that processes and packages the rice from their fields. The finished product is ready for use in any “We’vemeal. been processing rice for 22 years,” said Mike Martin. “We’re stewards here.”
“Convoy of Hope is grateful for partners like Martin Rice Company that make it possible for us to serve the people of Ukraine,” said Convoy of Hope President Hal Donaldson. “Together, in a united act of compassion, we’re giving children and families hope.”
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The family’s sense of stewardship is expressed through their generosity, and they don’t make a distinction when it comes to communities in need. “If [the war] was happening in Russia, we’d try to do the same thing,” said Tim Martin. Getting a quarter-million pounds of rice to Eastern Europe is no small feat. Missouri Lieutenant Governor Mike Kehoe said the Martin family contacted Governor Mike Parson’s office with an offer to donate the rice, but they needed a way to get it to hungry people in the region. Kehoe knew Convoy of Hope could do the job. The lieutenant governor was on site when Convoy picked up the first of several truckloads.
“Convoy of Hope has just been an inspiration in helping us fix this piece of the puzzle,” Kehoe said. “We’re watching them help the people in Ukraine today, but the reality is, the millions of people they’ve helped from here in Missouri is something we should all be very proud of.”
Scan here to watch an update on Convoy of Hope’s responseUkraine ow in its sixth month of serving Ukraine and nine nations in the region, Convoy of Hope is pressing forward to provide 50 million meals to people in need. A gift of a quarter-million pounds of rice in June is helping to meet that
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Convoy of Hope’s Convoy Nation initiative partnered with current and former NFL players and with churches to serve families across the nation. These events corresponded with the annual federal holiday recognizing Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. In Atlanta, Pittsburgh, Dallas, Denver, Chicago, Las Vegas, and Providence, families received groceries, shoes, socks, and more. “It was an incredible opportunity to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who had such a profound impact,” said Las Vegas Raiders tight Convoy of Hope celebrated International Women’s Day by hosting a luncheon for more than 600 women. The sold-out event featured keynote speaker Demi-Leigh Tebow (Miss Universe 2017), who shared an inspiring message of hope. Participants packed menstrual kits, and partners from around the world committed time and resources so more women and girls can benefit from Convoy of Hope’s Women’s Empowerment initiative.
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end Derek Carrier. Carrier and teammate Zay Jones led the outreach in their city. Outreach organizer and Vice President of Convoy Nation Kirk Noonan said, “We served thousands of families and honored Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Day of Service. We’re thankful for all who participated.” Scan here to watch a report on the Atlanta event
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Immediately after the disaster, Convoy of Hope distributed more than 400,000 pounds of emergency relief supplies across multiple states. Many of those in desperate need sustained major losses — entire homes, in some Monthscases.later, Convoy of Hope is still working to help families put their lives back together. For example, a distribution center was established in Sikeston, Missouri, to store appliances and building supplies for long-term recovery efforts in Kentucky and Louisiana.
More than 80% of Lebanon’s population lives below the poverty line due to a continuing economic collapse. Last winter compounded concerns, leaving many people more vulnerable in already difficult conditions.
February’s Cyclone Batsirai was one of five storms to strike Madagascar in less than a month. Batsirai affected more than 94,000 individuals, displacing a large majority. The cyclone damaged or destroyed more than 800 schools and 50 medical facilities, with wind gusts of up to 143 mph. Convoy of Hope and its partners responded quickly, providing emergency relief to those in the cyclone’s wake.
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On December 11, tornadoes swept across Arkansas, Illinois, Kentucky, Missouri, and Tennessee, ravaging numerous communities.
Heating fuel and gasoline have seen a 3,000% cost increase over the last 12 months. Convoy of Hope is providing emergency supplies to more than 700 families. Convoy of Hope provided training, seeds, and other supplies to members of one Chicago community so they could start their own vegetable gardens. For community members concerned with violence in the area, gardens are a reliable source of produce in the safety of their own space. Gardens also create opportunities to hone valuable skills and save money on groceries.
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In addition, Convoy of Hope recently held a recovery event in Jean Lafitte, Louisiana, for survivors of Hurricane Ida. About 400 families received food, homewares, and more.
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For years, one community in Burkina Faso relied on a hand-dug well for water. Because it wasn’t enclosed, the water became contaminated. To make matters worse, the well was near a school.
Women and girls who used to risk their safety every day retrieving water can now gather water without fear — and they know the water is clean. To FEATURE Convoy of Hope’s end-to-end strategy brings help and hope By Lindsay Donaldson-Kring & Erin-Rae Donaldson Peace
99 visualize a global need, simply turn on your kitchen tap and fill a glass with water. You can drink the contents without a second thought. But more than 884 million people worldwide do not have access to safe drinking water.
Thanks to Convoy of Hope’s team in Burkina Faso, four new enclosed wells were built near schools to allow the children regular access to clean drinking water. Farmers and families also have access to improved irrigation and experience better results with their crops and livestock.
In 2019, Convoy of Hope began feeding 900 schoolchildren in Burkina Faso. With a quarter of the country’s children under the age of 5 suffering from stunting, the need was clear.* But addressing the cycle of poverty and creating long-term transformation requires good strategy with good stewardship. Good intentions aren’t enough.
Children in Burkina Faso receive a meal provided by Convoy of Hope.
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Threeeffectively.years after the program began in Burkina Faso, Convoy is now serving nutritious food to more than 8,500 children at school, and initiativesEmpowermentWomen’sandAgriculturearechangingthelives
women, farmers, and families. School-based Children’s Feeding is often the first program introduced in a country because it allows Convoy to earn trust over time in the community. Depending on the degree of need and opportunity, Convoy then explores the potential for Women’s Empowerment and Agriculture programming, which help build resilience and capacity. But strategies adjust to the need. In Colombia, for example, Convoy’s presence will begin with Agriculture, which will help sustain future Children’s Feeding programs.
In Burkina Faso — as in other countries where Convoy serves — Convoy had been customizing plans for specific communities. Community needs studied in the local cultural context allow incountry teams, partners, leaders, and churches to collaborate
FEATURE Three years after the program began in Burkina Faso, Convoy is now serving nutritious food to more than 8,500 children at school... *A child suffers from stunting when their growth and development are impaired because of poor nutrition and other factors.
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“Regardless of how we begin in a country,” said Heath Adamson, senior vice president of Convoy’s Global Program, “the goal is for people to wake up each day with hope and a sense of ownership. We want them to see the problems and solutions as their own, knowing they can change the Convoyfuture.”ofHope typically prepares for months before launching work in a new country. But sometimes a devastating disaster opens the door and requires immediate aid. In response to the war in Ukraine, for example, Convoy is positioning lifesaving supplies in neighboring countries for refugees. Simultaneously, Convoy is exploring potential long-term programming in Ukraine and other European countries. “Our presence in a community evolves. Disaster response may be the beginning, but we also want to disrupt the cycle of poverty Nepal India China Convoy of Hope responded to the 2015 earthquake in Nepal and later began feeding children, empowering women, and training farmers and families. Today, the community is transformed. Scan here and watch “Nepal Story.”
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FEATURE13for future generations,” said EffortsAdamson.to disrupt the cycle of poverty will soon begin in several new countries, including Zambia, the Dominican Republic, and “KidsColombia.inthe Sahel region are facing lifelong challenges,” said Tom McLane, Africa Regional Leader for Convoy of Hope. “They need to grow up in peaceful environments, having fun and not worrying about the next meal. There is incredible need, but there is also incredible potential for us to create lasting Thechange.”opportunities for Convoy to bring help and hope continue expanding. Each year, thanks to the dedication of friends and partners, more people are being helped than ever before. Thank you for every investment you have made in the people Convoy of Hope serves.
‘They need to grow up in peaceful environments, having fun and not worrying about the next meal.
There is incredible need, but there is also incredible potential for us to create lasting change.’
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Convoy is building lasting channels for “Withcompassion.thetools, training, and teamwork of Convoy of Hope, we are able to reach any culture and people through relationships that go far beyond an event,” said Bill Mayo, a Rural Initiatives Thiscoordinator.year,17 rural trainings are already scheduled. The curriculum is built around the acronym “RAISE,” which stands for “Relate, Align, Influence, Serve, Engage.”
In some communities, Convoy of Hope partners with law enforcement, equipping them with Patrol Packs to distribute when they encounter someone in need. The packs contain nonperishable goods, canned foods, and can openers, demonstrating how an act of kindness can help bridge the gap between officers and members of the community. elevision reruns portray the fictional American town of Mayberry as an ideal. But small towns grapple with poverty and hunger much like large cities, except they rarely reach news headlines. That’s why Convoy of Hope’s Rural Initiatives team is meeting critical needs in smaller Convoycommunities.ofHope teams train and equip local churches and other organizations to foster relationships, raise awareness of existing resources and agencies, and facilitate community collaboration. Last year, Convoy of Hope partnered with 1,860 churches and other local organizations to serve more than 500 rural communities in 35 states. Convoy served more than half a million people. Beyond the groceries, school backpacks, clothing, and other resources distributed, T
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Name CONTACT INFORMATION CityAddress State EmaiMobilePhonel $ Thank you for your generosity. All gifts are tax-deductible as allowed by law. GIFT AMOUNT BECOME A MONTHLY DONOR Cash Check $50$25 Please make checks payable to: MAKE A DONATION P.O. Box 1125 Springfield, MO 65801 HQ0822 ZIP Stocks Property Iʼd like to include Convoy of Hope in my estate plans. I would like to receive mobile updates from Convoy of Hope.* I would like to learn more about planned giving and Hope Society. *Message frequency may vary. Message & Data rates may apply. Reply STOP to 68828 to cancel. Donate online at convoy.org/hq27 To donate by credit card, visit convoy.org/hq27 or scan here with your smartphone. For a full list of state nonprofit disclosures,scanhere.
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PICTURE20 THIS... 20 Since 2018, Convoy of Hope has helped 90,000 Venezuelans and distributed more than 3 million meals in communities throughout the country. Convoy is still distributing nutrition to vulnerable families through churches.local Typhoon Rai, known in the Philippines as Typhoon Odette, roared ashore on Sunday, December 12, 2021. Months later, coastal areas are still reeling from the damage. But because of generous donors, Convoy of Hope has equipped the Philippines team to help give out nearly 319,000 meals.
Esther is a participant in Convoy of Hope’s Women’s Empowerment program in Kenya. She is a successful farmer, gardener, and business owner who sells handmade beaded goods. But in previous years, she struggled to find hope and provide for her family.
Convoy of Hope team members work Romaniapartnersalongsidein to provide relief for Ukrainians. The past year brought historic disasters, unique challenges, and countless questions to a world already struggling through a global pandemic. This link offers 10 unique glimpses into Convoy of Hope’s work in 2021. In Tanzania, about 4 million people lack access to clean water. More than 2.3 billion people live in waterstressed countries today.
Thanks to Convoy of Hope’s supporters, Koffi can continue her studies in Togo and gain new opportunities that will give her the chance to break the cycle of poverty in her family.
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Convoy of Hope wants to see lives changed — free from poverty and hunger — through Children’s Feeding. A nutritious meal opens doors to provide children and their families with education, clean water, job and agricultural training, and a sense of hope.
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Convoy of Hope’s Disaster Services team is consistently among the first to respond to disasters at home and around the world. This team is highly regarded for its scalable response and distribution model, which utilizes several warehouses, a specialized disaster response fleet, and a highly trained team of staff and volunteers to respond to disasters quickly and effectively.
Agriculture Food security transforms communities by lifting people out of dependence for their daily sustenance. Through Convoy of Hope’s Agriculture program, vulnerable farmers and families are equipped with skills, tools, and seeds to produce life-sustaining crops. Tens of thousands of meals are harvested each year, some of which are used to support Convoy’s Children’s Feeding program — simultaneously generating income for local farmers.
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InitiativesRural Poverty and hunger have gained a devastating edge in rural communities. Through Rural Initiatives, Convoy resources, empowers, and partners with rural churches through training, mentoring, and coaching. Convoy believes that increased presence and partnership with local leaders will help strengthen and enrich entire neighborhoods and towns.
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Doree Donaldson, Vice President of Convoy:Women and wife of Convoy of Hope President Hal Donaldson, has dedicated her life to helping those in need. Doree visited recently with Hope Quarterly and offered her perspective on how Convoy is empowering women around the world.
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HQ: How are you seeing Women’s Empowerment change lives?
Doree: Early on, we were working multiple jobs to support our family and the work of Convoy. We learned that walking hand in hand was important and that being united in mind and heart for the mission was critical. The organization has grown exponentially, but 28 years later I still
HQ: How did your vocational experience prepare you for your current role? Doree: I was a college professor for 19 years, and before that I taught for 10 years in public schools. Teaching creates daily opportunities to help people bring positive change into their lives, and it constantly calls for collaboration. I can see how those experiences equipped me to spearhead Convoy:Women and work with the team to create the exciting opportunities we are seeing today.
Doree: I have met so many women who faced loss and poverty, and the opportunities created by Women’s Empowerment have helped them turn their lives around. I remember talking with Dorcas, a graceful and humble Maasai woman, in Tanzania. She had lost her husband in a tragic plane crash and was thrust into poverty with her children when her larger family disowned her. She entered Convoy’s job training program, and that’s when I met her for the first time. I returned to Tanzania 18 months later and hardly recognized her. Dorcas radiated joy and walked with confidence. She now owns a successful jewelry business, supports her family, and believes in herself again. I think of her often and pray for her continued success.
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HQ: You and Hal have been with Convoy from the very beginning. What stands out to you about that first chapter in the organization’s history?
HQ: Dorcas’ story is representative of so many others who are finding renewed hope. What are your hopes for Convoy:Women in the future? Doree: I want to see a movement of compassion that crosses all barriers and connects women from all walks of life — women who are compelled to use their voices on behalf of those who have been silenced. Awareness is growing each year through events like International Women’s Day, and I believe we will continue to see more women linking arms than ever before.
HQ: Can you start by giving us an overview of Convoy:Women? Doree: Convoy:Women is a group of advocates for the women and girls that Convoy serves through the Women’s Empowerment initiative. We provide a variety of opportunities to empower women and girls. Whether you want to attend an event, pack baby care kits, leverage social media, or collect spare change, there’s an avenue for you to make a real difference.
Bulgaria Bulgaria’s location between Turkey and Romania makes it a crossroads between the Middle East and Europe. For more than six years, Convoy of Hope has served tens of thousands of refugees from Syria, Afghanistan, Iraq, Iran, and other nations on their way through Bulgaria.
Convoy of Hope is helping families and communities in need around the world. Take a quick multi-continent tour to find out how. Honduras Convoy of Hope has provided humanitarian aid in Honduras since 1998 and began a nationwide Children’s Feeding program in 2011. Convoy’s Agriculture program there focuses on school, family, and community gardens, as well as agriculture education for children and communities. Spain Convoy of Hope has worked with partners and churches across Spain to help refugees who find their way into Ceuta, a 7-square-mile Spanish enclave on Morocco’s coast in North Africa. Zimbabwe & Zambia Food and other relief supplies were delivered to communities in Zimbabwe when a COVID-19 lockdown magnified the effects of prolonged drought. Convoy is launching a Children’s Feeding program in Zambia this year.
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Bangladesh More than a third of children under the age of 5 suffer from chronic malnutrition in one of the world’s most densely populated nations (168 million people living in an area the size of Iowa). Children in the strategic-feeding program are growing and gaining strength. Eswatini
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Formerly known as Swaziland, Eswatini is Africa’s only absolute monarchy. The nation lies largely within South Africa, so Convoy is working with South African partners to serve communities in Eswatini.
“The program helps people get on their feet and become self-sufficient. It restores their dignity,” Barb says. “We like Convoy’s Women’s Empowerment program because 50% of people in poverty are women. We can help one woman at a Bobtime.”and
Their key takeaway from their gifts to Convoy of Hope is that Convoy feeds hungry people and equips them to create their own food and develop skills to sustain themselves. Bob emphasizes another important component. “In my working life, I spent my years selecting people in human resources,” he says. “At Convoy of Hope, I’ve found people with strong values who are genuine and committed to their mission.”
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Barb recently gave $1 million to Convoy of Hope — not from a personal fortune, but as a result of careful saving. They originally planned for the funds to be available when they died, but they realized how fulfilling it would be to see the results of their “Feedinggift.children nourishes the body and gives hope. We’ve been able to see the faces of children we have helped in the Children’s Feeding initiative,” Bob says. “We can’t change everything, but we can certainly make things better.” ob and Barb are passionate about encouraging others to give to Convoy of “Together,Hope. we made a list of the organizations we wanted to give to, and we identified the key areas and where we could make the greatest impact,” Barb says. “We agree on everything we give to, and we do quite a bit of research. We’re careful that the money is being used wisely.”
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Their support has benefited programs like Convoy’s Women’s Empowerment initiative.
Visit us online convoyofhope.orgat: Donations: P.O. Box 1125 Springfield, MO 65801 Mail: 1 Convoy Drive Springfield, MO 65802-2213 P: (417) 823-8998 F: (417) 823-8244 John Doe Family 10203 West Phelps Cincinnati, OH 61210 Consider being a part of Hope Society and make a lasting contribution to Convoy of Hope’s long-term impact. A legacy gift stands as a testimony of generosity and inspires others who are considering the influence of their giving now and in the future.
