Planning for the 2024 School Year
Every year we learn a bit more from our kids and every year we try to meet their needs even better. Using insight from our children and staff, we’re once again making changes to our Dorie’s Promise's educational program to meet the needs and abilities of our children. What’s Not Changing Sofía, Abraham, Yiré, María, Merari, and Nayeli will...
Bringing Mentors & Children Together -SOMOS Program at Dorie’s Promise
Everyone needs a mentor—someone to guide, advise, and inspire during times of uncertainty. This is precisely what the SOMOS program at Iglesia Reforma aims to achieve for the children of Dorie’s Promise. Let’s delve into this exceptional initiative. The Mission of SOMOS Overseen by Iglesia Reforma, a Guatemala City-based Christian church focused...
Family First in 2023
Ah, 2023—a rollercoaster of surprises, triumphs, and sheer joy! Our family's favorite moments are too vast to list every single one. But that's the beauty of it—a giant family means constant companionship through both the highs and the unknown twists life throws at us. Let's dive into a snippet of our 2023 and what lit up our children's worlds....
Learning and Growing Together in 2023
In 2023, our year was packed with surprises and enriching experiences, especially in the realm of education. We've seen remarkable changes in our children's motivation to learn, and that brings us immense satisfaction. Our biggest takeaway? Understanding our children's needs and tailoring education to their learning styles brings about profound...
Ana’s Graduation Celebration and Bright Horizons Ahead
The transition from high school to the world beyond is a journey filled with challenges for every young adult. Here at Dorie’s Promise, we're committed to standing by our teenagers, offering the support they need to step confidently into this new phase of life. And one remarkable young soul embarking on this adventure is Ana. What's Next for Ana?...
All Saints’ Day in Guatemala: A Celebration of Life and Remembrance
In Guatemalan culture, death is not viewed as the end of existence, but rather as a transition to another stage of the soul. This belief lends a unique and profound significance to the end of earthly life because it suggests that our time on Earth is not the only chapter, nor is it for our loved ones. This is where the celebration of All Saints'...
Welcome Rudy
We are always overjoyed to welcome new members into our big family, and today, we are thrilled to announce the arrival of a special addition - Rudy. We want to extend a warm and heartfelt welcome to this wonderful child as he embarks on a new chapter of his life in our home. Rudy's Personality Shines Through Rudy, at the age of 3, possesses a...
Siblings Reunited with Family
Our primary goal is to ensure that children enjoy a healthy, happy, and stable childhood. Therefore, we strive to provide all the assistance and love we can to the children in our care. For some children whose time at Dorie’s Promise is shorter, our role is navigating the challenging period they are away from their family. Such was the case for...
Welcoming 6 New Boys into Our Home
There remains a great need in Guatemala for homes like Dorie’s Promise and we truly believe God has called us to care for children who are separated from their families. In July and August, 6 little boys arrived at Dorie’s Promise. First, three brothers named Jack, René, and Noé joined us. They were followed by baby Leo, the first little baby...