“Hope’s In is a locally founded charitable organization that partners with Potter’s House to raise money in order to build houses and provide help for families in the Garbage Dump Communities of Guatemala City. Mandy and Laura, Potter’s House representatives from Guatemala, were visiting Barrington a few weeks ago. Having traveled to Guatemala with Hope’s In last summer, I was excited to interview them about the work they do in the communities surrounding the Garbage Dump and the impact locally founded Hope’s In has had on their work. Sarika Bhuva: What is Potter’s House role in the Garbage Dump Communities? “Our role is to provide development opportunities for the […]

“Have you heard about TED, the nonprofit, global phenomenon devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading? Its goal is to make great ideas accessible and spark conversation. A TEDx event is a local version of TED – a community-planned series of conversations designed to energize and inspire. The Barrington Area Library is proud to welcome you to its second TEDxBarringtonAreaLibrary event, featuring four powerful community catalysts.” Photo courtesy of 365 Barrington. Read full article here.

“We are about two weeks away from the two weeks that we will serve within the Guatemala City Garbage Dump communities! The Hope’s In family is excited about moving forward with the preparation and packing that is to come during this short time frame. With a total of four different doctors, the medical team will serve to provide care and medicine to the communities closest to the dump. Joining the medical team in their efforts to create a healthier community, Hope’s In is partnering with VOSH who is bringing a team of eye doctors. VOSH will provide eye exams for members of the community and bring down eyewear and other supplies. With the expertise of both […]

“Hope’s In is a non-profit organization that raises money to build safe shelters for families in desperate need of a stable home. One house costs between $5,500-$7,500 to construct. Gianna’s birthday goal was to raise $500 for material costs for one house, which friends and family have generously helped her surpass. Gianna’s mom, Courtney Keuer, said that Gianna has done this before after the devastating earthquake hit Haiti in 2010. “Gianna felt sad that all these kids’ toys and books were destroyed and she wanted to send them her toys. We decided that instead of getting new toys for her 4th birthday, we would raise money for the kids in […]

“Barrington High School Alumni might recognize Alexandra or remember her sister Natalie from the Class of 2004, or brother Paul from the Class of 2010. Growing up in the Fox Point neighborhood, Alexandra was recognized by old neighbors as we sat enjoying our coffee. Dr. Alexandra Troy’s youthful appearance is deceiving. She is an accomplished medical professional ready to start sharing her talent with individuals who lack basic medical care in the Guatemala City garbage dump community through Hope’s In…” Photo courtesy of Living60010. Read full article here.

“A HOPE’S IN volunteer once said: “What happens in Guatemala certainly does not stay in Guatemala.” He was referring to the sense of empowerment and compassion that had penetrated his heart and led him to believe that he is capable of making an impact. That’s the effect serving others has on people, that’s the effect HOPE’S IN believes will shape the next generation of humanitarian leaders. It is because of this belief that HOPE’S IN has now created a new set of programs to empower every person to attend their summer trips! The HOPE’S IN Scholarship program launched this week, along with the new Hope Works program. Both of which are supplements to their […]