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A decade of HOPE

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A decade of HOPE

Lori Connell

Reflections from our founders

From Janet:

The past decade of life in Mi Esperanza has seen many changes. We expanded our classes, worked with many design partners and trained women. They are now capable of producing on a larger scale in our textile and jewelry studios as employees of Mi Esperanza.

Co-founders Janet and Lori

Co-founders Janet and Lori

The real story is the hope we have been blessed to channel for countless families. The change that has occurred through our women’s efforts to improve their skills and increase their potential to provide for their families is the real story of hope. Our women are the powerful heroes of the story of Mi Esperanza.

Every year the stories reflect their confidence in their newfound skills. Hearing the laughter and pride reflected as they receive their diplomas, we pray God will allow us to be a witness for Him and continue in this work for many more decades to come.

From Lori:

When I think about the past 10 years I see a clear story of God’s love, faithfulness, and redemption.  Mi Esperanza has grown so much and I am excited for what the next decade will bring.

The impact that has been made in the past 10 years is in some ways un-measurable.  The women who have passed through our doors have grown individually, but just as important, they have also impacted the lives of everyone around them in positive ways!  The programs of Mi Esperanza make women stronger, more confident, and as a result, they are building stronger families.  The ability to add stability to a family; adequate housing, food security, clean water, education, and healthcare is what changes deep generational poverty within families and communities. 

In ten years we have achieved so many amazing things.

~ Graduated 767 students 

~ Expanded the center from 3 rooms to 10

~ Increased our full-time employee staff from 4 to15. (With many seasonal production artisans)

~ Began providing health care benefits to our employees and artisans

~ Began our jewelry program. 

~ Provided sewing and computer courses in the Santa Ana region

~ Expanded our on-site store 

~ Opened our production house

~ Our artisans have produced (approx.) 207,500 design pieces.  This reflects stable, fair wage jobs.  

~ Expanded our Cosmetology program 

~ Established yearly continuing education training for our cosmetology students and graduates.

~ Provided support education to students and employees in areas of customer service, self-esteem, domestic violence, and nutrition.  

For (over) a decade you have heard us say “Elevate women~change the world”  These are not empty words…. We see this truth every day!   The opportunities given to 100’s of women over the past decade have been a beautiful ripple effect of love and impact that only God can do!

Alone we can do a little. Together, there is nothing we can’t do.

Alone we can do a little. Together, there is nothing we can’t do.

Janet and I deeply believe that each of you has been a critical and appreciated part of the Mi Esperanza journey.  Whether you are a donor, an ethical shopper, a prayer warrior, or a cheerleader, we value you!! THANK YOU 

Here is to another 10 years of HOPE!