Community Support
Established in 1975, HOPE International Development Agency’s mission is to enable people in the developed world to connect with people in the poorest communities on earth through compassionate giving and other opportunities to help.
HOPE believes that all people, regardless of their geographical setting, have basic rights and should be given the opportunity to achieve their God-given potential. Basic needs such as clean water, food, shelter, health, work, recreation, socio-economic independence, and basic education are seen by HOPE as being fundamental human rights upon which growth can occur. HOPE is dedicated to working alongside the poor, helping set up programs which enable the poor to cultivate their skills and knowledge, taking advantage of existing resources (when available) to develop self-reliant communities. With this in mind, the majority of HOPE's energies and resources are expended in favour of development rather than relief.
HOPE exists to improve the supply of basic human necessities for the neediest of the needy in the Third World through self-help activities, and to challenge, educate, and involve North Americans regarding development issues.
www.hope-international.com
The Make-A-Wish Foundation grants the wishes of children from 3 - 18 years of age with life-threatening illnesses to enrich the human experience with hope, strength, and joy. It is the largest wish granting organization in the world, with 9 chapters in Canada, and 21 international affiliates spanning 5 continents. The Make-A-Wish Foundation has granted more than 85,000 wishes around the world since its inception in 1980.
For more information on the Make-A-Wish Foundation Chapters in other areas of Canada, please contact the National Office at 1-888-882-WISH or visit our website at www.makeawish.ca.
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