At Hands Offering Hope, we’re celebrating eight years of impact in Lazaro Cardenas, Mexico—and honoring the incredible tenacity, courage, and boldness of our community throughout the past 18 months.
Check out this powerful video recounting all that we have accomplished together—and THANK YOU for making so much of this work possible!
Two weeks ago, I was in Mexico visiting our team at Casa Hope. I stopped by our incredible professional-grade kitchen—a space that so many of you helped us build—and recorded a short message about an incredible new program that will launch here in July. Take a minute to check it out!
We are so excited about this bold step forward for the young people we serve. Thank you for partnering with Hands Offering Hope to help change their future!
After obtaining a PhD in Clinical Psychology and spending years practicing in the field, Candace changed paths at age 50 to follow her passion and become a professional chef. Now she runs her own business (The Girl Can Cook) and has competed (& won) on Food Network. She’s a fierce, inspiring female.
Christina is one of the strongest people I know. As in, literally pushing weight sleds in late pregnancy, but even stronger fighting for racial and social justice in her and every community. She is fierce in her beliefs, actions, leadership, and love.
Jordyn shines with energy, takes advantage of every opportunity she can find, and works hard to figure out how every door that opens for her is one that she can open for others. She walks towards challenges and isn’t afraid to “unlearn everything she thought was true” to find deeper understanding.
Iliana boldly calls out unjust actions, words, and attitudes in her work to end the criminalization of youth. She passionately fights for those most impacted to be decision-makers at every table. She is a natural leader, loyal friend, and never gives up.
Ilana is a warrior mother. She fights for the people she loves (and for all who need an advocate) with a strength I can’t even comprehend. She is truly an inspiration to all who know her.
Abby is a relentless advocate for those society attempts to cast aside. She isn’t afraid to use her voice and her power to fight for justice, but also knows when to step aside and allow others to take the lead. She is a fierce friend and one of the bravest women I know.
Beth is incandescent, inspiring, and a world-class designer. She’s an incredible mentor to legions of young talent from around the world, a woman committed to loving and lasting friendships, and a sibling whose the best of the brood—and to and for whom I will always be grateful. I love you Dadly.
