My Nonprofit Reviews
Jean Bloomer S.
Review for Surprised By Hope, Ada, MI, USA
This non-profit meets diverse needs of the people of East Africa in diverse and creative ways. They effectively teach people how to use their present gifts and assets to support themselves and their families. The excitement and joy on the faces of men and women when they realize they have new ways to earn an income is a beautiful thing. They realize freedom not just from poverty but from a mindset of deprivation. Adding to that teaching is a another endeavor called business-in-a-box. This little box contains everything needed to start a specific business, materials, teachings, inspiration. Another aspect of Rhiannon-profit is an effort called Sensible Shoes. Their plan is to give 1,000s of shoes (purchased always in local markets to support local economy) to children, along with a lesson on how to walk in love for their community. The leader of this non-profit is a life-giving, big smiling, generous dynamo. She selflessly gives of herself 24/7 to the people of East Africa, people she has come to love and who love her back.