From Mayreau… to Mexico… to Milton! The 2024 hurricane season was incredibly busy as Hurricanes Beryl, John, Helene, and Milton all wreaked havoc throughout the Caribbean, West Mexico, and the Southeastern U.S. The Hope Force Reservist team swiftly responded to every hurricane zone with immediate clean up supplies and full teams who helped save damaged homes from complete destruction. From July through November, our teams have been working tirelessly to serve disaster survivors by:
- Tarping homes on the Grenadine Island of Mayreau
- Post-hurricane flood remediation projects, distribution of food and supplies,
home repairs and more in several states of Mexico - Constructing prefab houses for tornado survivors in Kentucky and Mississippi
- Tarping and mucking out homes in Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina due to the damage of Hurricanes Helene and Milton
- Continuing to serve chronic need in West Virginia, Oklahoma, and Haiti
The challenges we’ve faced have undoubtedly stretched us, but they’ve also revealed the incredible ways our God works. He has continuously “shown up and shown off,” demonstrating His power and mercy in the face of multiple disasters. Our team has been uplifted and encouraged by the overwhelming prayer and financial support from our supporters.
Through the Eyes of Reservists: Deployment Stories
Meet Reverend Charles and Pam Howard, who joined Hope Force on their very first deployment to North Carolina last month. After serving for a week in North Carolina, they headed straight to Rubonia, Florida, eager to continue serving disaster survivors. Together, they quickly learned the ropes of mucking out a home, and Pam’s hospitality and culinary talents shone as she treated our Reservists to what many call the best macaroni and cheese they’ve ever tasted.
Witnessing the devastation in North Carolina moved the Howards to action. Committed to serving, they canceled future vacation plans to have the funds necessary to deploy and help those in need! Pam shared, “I loved being the hands, feet, and ears of Jesus. It was a privilege to encourage and pray for those hurt by the hurricane. It was physically and emotionally hard work but very rewarding, and I hope to have the opportunity to do it again.”
Charles and Pam have a fascinating story and we hope you’ll get the chance to serve alongside them soon!
Bringing Hope to Haiti
Our recent visit to Haiti, “The Pearl of the Caribbean,” was more challenging than usual and required a domestic flight and a boat trip to reach our destination due to current security concerns and lack of road access.
We purchased and shipped school supplies to the South by boat, successfully distributing notebooks, pens, pencils, and essentials to over 200 children and teens in our sponsorship program. Schools start in October, and we have more children on our waitlist and are seeking more sponsors. For $34 per month, you can provide a child with education and regular food supplies.
Thanks to our supporters, Hope Force Haiti also completed its seventh family latrine this year. However, we’ve exhausted funding for this project. Each latrine costs $1,850 — covering materials, labor, and logistics, and we need your help to continue this vital work. We are so grateful for our ability to serve Haiti from afar and want to share Praises and Prayer Requests!
PRAISES 🙌Safe travel to Haiti.Successful shipment and distribution of school supplies to 200+ sponsored children.First school fee payments made for sponsored students.Food distributed to sponsored children and their families.Completion of a family latrine, with local contributions.
PRAYER REQUESTS 🙏Safety for our area amidst nearby gang activity.Protection and perseverance for schools, staff, and students throughout the school year.Smooth preparations for the next trip to Haiti.As always, we are thankful for your continued support to help us make a difference in the lives of the people of Haiti.
