In August of 2005, I began to help these women in opening tiny businesses of their own. Here are just three of their stories.

Meet Gloria...

Gloria Mendoza is a 30-something year old mother and grandmother with small children at home. She comes to House of Hope with two of her daughters. One of her daughters Virgina is 15 and has two children! Gloria is a very strong leader and likes to tell the other women what to do. Gloria has changed a lot since coming to House of Hope, and coming out of prostitution. She recieved a micro-industry grant last year and has been working hard to support her family.

Meet Juana...

Juana is a 23 year old mother of a five year old son and a three year old daughter. She comes to our program with her mother. Juana is a very hard worker and is also studying in high school part time. She wants to start a small business, selling flip-flops and underwear to help support herself and her young son. Juana came out of prostitution about 18 months ago.

Meet Layla...

Layla is a 27 year old mother of 4 children. She is very good with her hands and excels at the card making. She has been coming to House of Hope for about three months now. Layla has a strong desire to serve the Lord. She has had a small business for over one year now and is supporting herself and her children.

Please help...

If you would like to impact a needy family by helping to make their dream come true, your financial gift to the Micro Industry Grant Program will be greatly appreciated. A donation of approximately $75 will provide money for the establishment of a new business or job training and for keeping young girls in school and off the streets.

For additional information email us.
You may send donations to:
Micro Industry Grant /Nicaragua
C/o Harvest Church
6897 Slatestone Road
Washington, NC 27889