At Dorie’s Promise, our mission is to provide a warm, safe, and dignified environment for every child who arrives at our home. We understand that entering a new place can be overwhelming, especially for children who have faced difficult situations. That’s why our intake protocols are carefully...
At Dorie’s Promise, no two days are exactly the same. While we follow a daily routine, each day brings something special—a heartfelt conversation, a spontaneous laugh, or a moment of growth that reminds us why we’re here. Whether we’re with the little ones, the teen boys, or the teen girls, our...
At Dorie’s Promise, our care doesn’t stop when teens finish high school—we stay with them as they prepare for adulthood. Transitioning into independence is a big step for any young person, but it’s especially significant for children who’ve grown up in a children’s home. That’s why we’re committed...
After more than two decades at Dorie’s Promise, Brayan has taken a monumental step—he’s moved out to begin living independently! At 25 years old, Brayan is ready to start the next phase of his life, and we couldn’t be prouder of the young man he has become. His journey from a small, curious...
Neurodiversity reminds us that not everyone experiences the world in the same way. Far from being a disorder, it is a natural variation in how human brains function—shaping how each person perceives, thinks, feels, and behaves. As a clinical psychologist working with adolescent boys at Dorie’s...
At Dorie’s Promise, we know that a child’s well-being goes far beyond physical health. Emotional and social healing are just as important. That’s why we’ve built a thoughtful, intentional program to support the mental health of every child in our care. A Team Approach to Whole-Child Care Our...
In Guatemala, Semana Santa (Holy Week) is one of the most meaningful weeks of the year—rich in both cultural heritage and deep spiritual significance. It’s a time when families across the country pause their daily routines to reflect on the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. For us at...
The Lord Jesus Christ has guided the mission of Dorie’s Promise from the very beginning. His presence remains at the center of everything we do. Because of this, we are committed to helping our children grow in their relationship with Him and live out their faith every day. Over the years, this...
At Dorie’s Promise, we are called to something more than short-term care—we are raising children who may spend most of their childhood, and even their teen years, in our home. Since the closure of international adoptions in Guatemala in 2008, the path to permanency has become increasingly rare for...
At Dorie’s Promise, change is a constant, just like it is in every part of life. With each new year, we experience transitions, growth, and new challenges. Recently, one of the noticeable changes at our home has been an increase in short-term stays. These are children who stay with us for just a...
At Dorie’s Promise, we believe that every child deserves a strong foundation for their future, and education is at the heart of that mission. That’s why we’ve been working diligently to enhance our homeschool program and take the next step—earning official accreditation from the Guatemalan...
Education is one of the most important aspects of childhood development! That’s why, at Dorie’s Promise, we take each child’s education very seriously. We offer a variety of educational options to meet the specific needs of the children in our care, ensuring they receive the best possible...