San Nicolas: Lessons in Work and Gratitude
As you read in our previous story, the children and staff of Dorie’s Promise recently partnered with the community San Nicolás. Last post, our Community Outreach Director Bertha shared information about the community and her perspective. If you haven´t read it, go check it out. This week, we want to focus on how this experience affected our kids....
December 2021 Birthday Updates
November came and went so fast we almost didn't notice when December started. We didn't have any November birthdays but in December we had two birthday kids! And believe it or not, they share the same birthdate! Isn’t that so crazy? Here are the fun updates from our December birthday kids- Jennifer and Ulises. 🎂 Jennifer What are some of her...
San Nicolas: One of Bertha’s Favorite Projects
As an organization focused on passionately serving children, we`re always looking for new ways to serve children in Guatemala. Most recently, Bertha and our children have been serving in San Nicolás. For those who do not know her, Bertha serves as our Community Outreach Director. She is responsible for connecting us with ways to serve outside...
A Few of Our Favorite Things from 2021
2021 was a fantastic year at Dorie’s Promise. To end the year on a high note, we want to share a few of our favorite things. A Year of Learning and Fun in School Learning to write letters and numbers in class. -Dulce Playing animals with my teacher and sleeping (but not in class). -ElizabethMaking sauces and soups during my classes before...
Dorie’s Promise 2021 Medical Update
We are pleased to share that our children at Dorie’s Promise are healthy and doing well. Given the many challenges we’ve faced in the last two years, being able to maintain a semblance of normalcy in our home is a huge success. Today, we’re sharing our Dorie’s Promise 2021 medical update. COVID-19 in Guatemala As you may recall, several of our...
Jordan and Dana Come to Dorie’s Promise
Our mission is to serve children in need. Although we primarily see ourselves as a place for children who will need years of support, there are times when God allows us to help in different ways. Jordan and Dana’s story is different from those we normally share. Similar Themes in a Different Story Like every other child in our home, Jordan and...
Siblings Reunited with Their Family
This summer, we watched with excitement as Flor, Mateo, and Estella were matched with adoptive families. Manuel de Jesus went home with his aunt. In October, Aron, Ailyn, and Daniela went home with their parents once again. Aron, Ailyn, and Daniela About two and a half years ago, Aron, Ailyn, and Daniela joined us at Dorie’s Promise. Since the...
Celebrating Our October Birthday Kids
October was a fun month, filled with lots of cool moments with our kids. In September Sebastian was our only birthday kid. Last month, we celebrated 5 birthdays! We hope you enjoy these fun updates from our October birthday kids - Myra, Carlos, Sofía, Omar, and Marcos. 🎂 Myra What are some of her favorite activities? Myra loves to spend time...
Myra Graduates from Diversificado
🎓 Three of our kids are graduating this year. This week, we’re highlighting Myra’s graduation from diversificado. Service to Others Leads to Greatness Although Myra has only been at Dorie’s Promise for 4 years, her passion for helping others was evident the moment she came here. Joining us as a teenager, Myra has always been one of our older...