News & Events
Village of hope has been featured on many occasions in various forms of media. Below are some of these stories.
For media information or interviews please contact Brian Barlow.
Additional information, reports, and updates on the programs can be found on their respective pages.
August, 2009
May, June & July 2009 Activity Report
Village of Hope has been working with a wonderful man (Paul Morrell) and his family supports humanitarian work in various parts of the world. This family has a charity, called the Morrell Family Charity. Village of Hope and Morrell Family Charities (MFC) has agreed to become joint venture partners and beginning August 1st, the business and funding portion of Village of Hope in Ethiopia will be managed by Paul Morrell and Morrell Charities. Click here to read more...
April, 2009
Village of Hope on YouTube:
April, 2009
Village of Hope highlighted in the Salt Lake Tribune:
http://www.sltrib.com/ci_12193057
Salt Lake Tribune Article text only
March, 2009
March 2009 Notice
I’m sure you, like we, are having to make major adjustments in your lives, because of the financial crises we are all experiencing. The funding for Village of Hope has decreased precipitously, and for that reason we must ask, effective May 1st, 2009, that anyone who has committed to adopt a child from the High Risk Children Center, to cover the costs of their children’s care in the HRCC until the adoption is final and your children have come to your home. The amount for complete care (food, housing, medical, school, clothing, etc.) is $75 per month/child. Many of you are already doing this and we appreciate it very much. Those who aren’t, if you could begin May 1st, it would be a life saver for DeAnna and I, as we are trying to cover shortfalls in overhead costs, construction costs, program and childcare costs out of our own pockets. For those of you who are contributing for any of our programs and thereby minimizing this burden, we are so grateful beyond measure, as are the Village of Hope children, families and villages you are rescuing. Thanks so much for your dedication and love; you are an inspiration to us and the desperately poor of Ethiopia, Lon and DeAnna Kennard
March, 2009
Jan 2009 Activity Report
January, 2009
2008 Annual Report
2008 was an incredible year thanks to all of you! Click here to read more...
December, 2008
November and December 2008 Activity Report
Progress is occuring before our eyes! Click here to read more...
September, 2008
July and August Activity Report
Many great activities are occuring with Village of Hope! Click here to read more...
July - August, 2008
Village of Hope Contributors Highlighted in Recognized Publication
Dan and Lita Alger and family were recently spotlighted in Utah Valley Magazine. Key contributors to the Village of Hope with the "Dagoo Harawaa Program" we are pleased that they have been recognized for their charitable hearts and incredible efforts! Click here to read more...
Saturday, May 24, 2008
Village of Hope Highlighted on Utah TV
Village of Hope is slated to be highlighted on Multiple TV stations in Utah. To see the story click on the following links.
See YouTube videos above
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
February and March 2008 Expedition Report
A very busy six week, indeed! Power outages, Water shortages, New wells, Inadequate schools, English instruction, New projects, Dangerous bridges, Big domes, New playgrounds, PTA’s, Organizing a library, People drinking sewage, New dairy processing plants, Revolutionizing Ethiopia’s farming, VOH in the media spotlight, Honeymooning! Click here to read more...
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
September 2007 Expedition Report
Lon spent August and half of September in Ethiopia working on domes and
dairies.
There were several objectives:
1st, to get someone who could assist Lon in managing the artificial insemination
operation, that we hope to use to distribute the world’s best dairy and beef
semen to all farmers in Ethiopia through World Wide Sires (WWS) of Visalia,
California. This is very important, because Ethiopia has never had quality semen
like that available by being affiliated with WWS. Click
here to read more...
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
July 2007 Expedition Report
The new Foresight Program was presented to the Kersa Illala Village Chairman by Dan. Lita, Morgan and in-country directors Fayisa and Steffanie. They put in many hours working to assist the new operation set-up . It has continued to be a tremendous success and has been warmly welcomed by the Village Chairman, Elders and villagers. See accompanying report.
Wednesday, March 14, 2007
February 2007 Expedition Report
We installed the new satellite T V in the compound and began working out
requirements and procedures for it’s educational and incentive use with the
kids..
We have been unable to get a permanent installation of the Internet and a phone
in the compound, so as an interim solution, Hirpo (a friend of VOH in Arsi
Negelle) is providing a small corner of his new office in Arsi
Negelle and our phone and internet connection will be temporarily installed
there. We should have a permanent connection in the compound soon. Not perfect, but much better than our current alternative!! Click here to
read more...
Friday, January 20, 2007
Tribute to Bonnie Lathum
Bonnie and two members of her family were found dead
in their home in Sacramento California this week.
Bonnie was always wonderful to work with and an important member of our team.
She was professional and compassionate. Bonnie never complained about being
pressured, tired or frustrated with the less than convenient situation of
working under harried circumstances, through translators and in make-shift
clinics with limited supplies. Click here to
read more...
Friday, July 14, 2006
Village of Hope featured in Meridian Magazine
Beneath the ancient branches of the meeting tree stands a rough-hewn bench. It is the place of honor for the Ethiopian village of Kersa Illala. Lon and DeAnna Kennard's family sit on this bench, surrounded by the entire village. Following custom, the men stand in front with women and children behind. Some people creep forward and kiss the Kennard's feet. Despite their hollow cheeks and worn clothing, the villagers' faces smile with gratitude. Click here to see article...