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October/November 2023 Newsletter

Posted on | by Erin Quinn
As you serve them, they serve others in need!

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The girls had another opportunity to go out into the neighborhood and help. The good work spreads from you, to the girls, to the community like wildfire. There is no ending to the difference you are making in Kenya!!

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The Year End Campaign Kicks Off This Month
Did you know that 25% of all giving happens in the last 2 months of the year? As we approach the end of the year, we are $85,000 short of our 2023 budget. Over the next 7 weeks please help us spread the word by sharing the fun videos we are putting together for you!

– MN Give to the Max Day is November 16 –
Click here to donate

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Your Friends at Light of Hope Are Excited to Hear From You!
Please send your Christmas letters through email or mail no later than December 5th.
Boni and Sandy will be packing the letters to bring to your friends when they travel to Kenya before Christmas.

Tips For Writing 
Mailing address for your letters –
Light of Hope Kenya
PO Box 41010
Plymouth, MN 55441
Email address for your letters –Office@lightofhopekenya.org
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Check out how far Light of Hope has come since its inception in 1998!
Click here to check it out!
School Exams
The older girls sat for their exams at the beginning of November. These exams not only show how much they have learned but they also set the students up for their future education path. 
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 Upcoming Events
November 28, 2023 – Giving Tuesday
December 31, 2023 – Last Day to Give in 2023 for Tax Purposes
April 19, 2024 – Shine a Light of Hope Gala
July 12, 2024 – 6th Annual Perkins Harvey Golf Tournament – Light of Hope is the beneficiary
October 10, 2024 – International Day of the Girl Luncheon

April/May 2023 Newsletter

Posted on | by Erin Quinn
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Gala Results Are In!
Thank you to everyone who attended our 22nd Annual Shine a Light of Hope Gala, it was a wonderful evening to celebrate and learn more about the girls who find refuge at LOH. The gala was a success, we exceeded our fundraising goal and raised $227,000! There were so many ways that everyone supported this event, in person, online, through volunteering. This event couldn’t have happened without each of you in the LOH family.
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Calling All Twins Game Volunteers
Light of Hope is excited for this Minnesota Twins Game fundraising opportunity again this year and we would love to have you join us! Last year we raised over $7,000 and with your help we have the opportunity to double that!Game dates June 17, July 9, August 20, Sept 9.If interested, please contact Erin.office@lightofhopekenya.org
 
Welcome Newest Member of the LOH Family
Eunice is a sweet girl who came to Light of Hope in April. She is in 5th grade and looking forward to learning as much as she can to become a teacher when she grows up. 
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Golf with Us – Friday, July 14
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Click to Reserve Your Spot on the Green
 
Vocational School
We are so proud of Mary and Margaret as they have joined some of the other girls at vocational school this spring.

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Construction at LOH – New STEM Classroom and Computer Lab
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New Junior High Classrooms
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February/March 2023 Newsletter

Posted on | by Erin Quinn
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The Gala is Almost Here!
Light of Hope’s amazing gala committee volunteers have been working hard to prepare an exciting night for you!
Last year our gala sold out – don’t wait to get your tickets!
LOHGala23.givesmart.com
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Welcome Kyle and Patricia
In February we had an awesome team come to Light of Hope! During their visit they were able to rescue two girls. Kyle is 6 years old, and she is the little sister of Tina and Falon who were rescued exactly 3 years earlier. They are so thankful to be reunited and Grandma is thankful for the safety and education that LOH is providing her three granddaughters. Patricia is just 4 years old. Her father was trying his best to support Patricia and her brother after the passing of their mom but unfortunately, he was not able to give her the care she needs. She is a sweet girl who is happy to have a belly full of nutritious food and new friends to play with.
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 Bigger Smiles All Around
20 girls at Light of Hope are smiling brighter and with more confidence after dental team, Eric and Rebecca, treated their brown teeth and made them white during their February visit. Instantly elevating their status according to Kenya standards. Thank you Eric and Rebecca!
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New STEM Classrooms – Progress!
New pictures! – The school is growing in attendance and the Kenyan government has recognized our good work. We have two new classrooms going up to teach STEM classes along with a laboratory for experiments.
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Calling All Twins Game Volunteers!
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Light of Hope is excited for this Minnesota Twins Game fundraising opportunity again this year and we would love to have you join us! Last year we raised over $7,000 and with your help we have the opportunity to double that! Please let Erin know if you are interested in serving again this year. Game dates TBD. office@lightofhopekenya.org
 
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Have you had a chance to shop at Art2Heart yet? They are an incredible ministry who have opened their arms to the girls at LOH through their nonprofit gift shop boutique. 100% of the profits go towards supporting nonprofits. Art2Heart 
Looking for Other Ways to Support LOH?
Does your employer have a matching program?

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December 2022/January 2023 Newsletter

Posted on | by Erin Quinn
Happy New Year! Thank you for supporting Light of Hope in 2022!
There are many things to be excited about as we enter 2023, including several mission teams and families planning trips to Light of Hope. The girls could not be more excited to welcome new friends! If your family, friends, church family want to take a trip to visit the girls, please contact us anytime!
 
LOHGala23.givesmart.com

Welcome Abigail
5yr old Abigail was rescued by Light of Hope while Andrew, Jenny and Ava were visiting in January. She was welcomed with open arms by the girls and is enjoying getting to know her new home and school.

 

Have you had a chance to shop at Art2Heart yet? They are an incredible ministry who has opened their arms to the girls at LOH through their nonprofit gift shop boutique. 100% of the profits go towards supporting nonprofits. Restocking for the new season is happening now and they will reopen on February 1st. 
Art2Heart
 
New STEM Classrooms
The school is growing in attendance and the Kenyan government has recognized our good work. We have two new classrooms going up to teach STEM classes along with a laboratory for experiments.If you have access to lab equipment, we would love to hear from you as this exciting project keeps moving forward.


Calling All Twins Game Volunteers



Light of Hope is excited for this Minnesota Twins Game fundraising opportunity again this year and we would love to have you join us!Stay tuned for more information and game dates starting in May.
Looking for Other Ways to Support LOH?


Does your employer have a matching program?

Special 2022 Gala Edition Newsletter

Posted on | by Erin Quinn
Thank you to all who attended our20th Annual Shine a Light of Hope Gala!
Celebrating our 20th Annual Gala was a big deal and we are grateful that so many of you were able to join us in person and online through the silent auction!
 Did we make our Gala fundraising goal?
The Gala raised $140,000! We are still $10,000 short of reaching our goal. If you would like to help us reach our goal please visit our website now and click donate.
https://lightofhopekenya.org/donate/
 We recorded the Gala for you to watch!
Our team recorded the Gala and uploaded it onto our YouTube channel. You have the opportunity to watch the full Gala. Embedded in the Gala video is Mary’s story. Mary came to Light of Hope in 2015 and is a Friend of Hope to Dave and Linda Lehman. Watch as they help Mary share her story of finding Refuge, Restoration and Redirection at Light of Hope.
Shine a Light of Hope Gala 2022Mary’s Hope Video
We Can Make a Difference Slideshow
 
Friends of Hope Program Update
We have just 4 girls who are waiting for a Friend of Hope! Before the Gala there were still 12 girls! If you are interested in becoming a friend to Joesphine, Annastaciah, Lucy, or Sera, please reply to this email. Becoming a Friend of Hope is a way to support one of the girls with a monthly/yearly donation, writing letters back and forth and prayer.
Friend of Hope Program

Josephine – 16yrs old


Annastaciah – 5yrs old


Lucy – 18yrs old


Sera – 18yrs old

Gala Pictures
Send us your Gala pictures, we would love to see them!
office@lightofhopekenya.org
 Help us by downloading the Spave App
Have you heard of the apps where you can round up your purchases and donate to a nonprofit? We have partnered with the top dog of these apps, SPAVE! This is a fun way to round up and donate to us during your weekly trip to the grocery store or going out to eat. Download the free app from the App Store or Google Play. Check out SPAVE now and help us to usher in another way to support the girls.