2020 is definitely a year we’ll never forget. It was tiring, confusing, scary, but also amazing. Today seems like a good day to reflect on 2020 and remember all the good things that happened at Dorie’s Promise last year. January We welcomed our first two mission teams in the new decade! Each year,...
Happy Birthday from Dorie’s Promise! We had to take a little break from our normal birthday celebrations due to quarantine. But, we’re back with more cake and shenanigans! At the end of November, we celebrated all of our October and November birthday kiddos—Carlos, Sofia, Marcos, Myra, Omar, and...
In January, we started the school year with a plan. Each of the kids was matched with the school we felt would serve their needs and interests best. Everyone was excited. Then Friday, March 13th came and our entire education plan fell apart, just like everyone else’s. We learned a lot of lessons...
“The good physician treats the disease; the great physician treats the patient who has the disease.”William Osler Many years ago, we experienced a virus outbreak in our home affecting a large percentage of our children. We vowed to never face a crisis like that again. 2020 tested both our...
Baby Cristopher is home for the holidays with his family! After being with us at Dorie’s Promise for 11 months, we’re excited to share the news of Cristopher’s reunification. Our Part in Cristopher’s Story Last December, we received a call asking us to consider taking in a newborn baby. His case...
Despite everything we’ve faced in 2020, we have much to be thankful for this year. You may have adjusted how you plan to celebrate with family and friends. More than ever, we want to create meaningful experiences with those we love. Why not give a gift that gives back? 🎁 Still Scouring the...
Thanks! Gracias! You’re the best! We’re so grateful! 🤗 What would we do without you? Thank you from all of us at Forever Changed International. Every year around Thanksgiving and Christmas we try to share our gratitude for everyone in our Forever Changed International family. This year, words seem...
Many years ago before we transitioned to long-term orphan care and started a short-term missions program, our story of hope was written with a little help from our friends. Our dedicated staff simply shared their stories and those of our children with their family and friends. Before long, a...
If you haven’t met Mateo yet, you’re missing out! Each month we highlight one of our children so you can get to know them a little better. This month, we’re sharing more about the quiet, studious, and secretly hilarious Mateo. Mateo’s Life before Dorie’s Promise Three and a half years ago, Mateo...
Happy Birthday from Dorie’s Promise! 🎂 Last month our birthday celebration was a bit different than normal. We’re excited to share a little update about September’s birthday boy—Sebastian! Costumes, Cupcakes, and a Piñata Having only one birthday kiddo to celebrate in a month is a rarity in our...
Your prayers and support for the staff and children at Dorie’s Promise are urgently needed. Despite adhering to strict protocols in our home, we are currently fighting confirmed cases of COVID-19 at Dorie’s Promise. Given the seriousness of this message and your love for our children and staff, we...
A decade ago, our home was full of cribs and highchairs. Now, one-third of our children are teenagers. We’re deep into the phase where discussions include schooling options and future careers. Last month, several of our girls attended a special STEM program through Del Valle University. New and...