Alan* smiles to himself as he sees the passing score on his admissions exam for university. Despite familial and personal challenges, he never questioned if he would pass, he knew his hard work would serve him well and lead him where he needed to go next. In the weeks before his admissions exam, he prepared… Read more
Delilah* was reflecting on her time following a trip to Tourism Congress. It is a time for students to attend forums where they learn about the tourism industry, and then spend a day within the industry working. Delilah’s role was to be a support for her peers, and she realized very quickly it wasn’t a… Read more
Back2Back’s sponsorship program allows connections between safe adults and vulnerable populations around the world. Each month, the generous giving allows children, teens, and families to receive access to food, educational opportunities, new experiences, therapies, and Biblical principles. The holistic care for every child allows them to break cycles of poverty and trauma and equips them… Read more
The Cortez Garcia family had their hands full. They met their foster daughter as a 40-day-old baby. She grew into an active child who enjoys going to shopping malls, attending church, and experiencing new places. They have built strong relationships with other foster families and have found the connections help them love the little girl… Read more
Today we say goodbye to this great work team that, from day one, took on this great challenge. There are still teachers who do what they do with great love. Without a doubt, you each have been, are, and will continue to be a very important part in the academic and intellectual development in the… Read more
The room was buzzing with conversation and movement. Eight Strong Families were gathered around tables, engaging in games, conversation, and enjoying food. It was a day designated to celebrate the men who are fathers within the program, honoring their effort and engagement in caring for their families. “Events like this are multifaceted,” shared Matt Metzger,… Read more
The windows let sunlight stream in, brightening the room. On each table there were pallets of paint, cotton balls, and painting utensils. Staff and visiting mission guests welcomed the students from Pacific Christian Academy (PCA) into the weekly summer Workshop Day. 16 students showed up to participate in an art therapy station led by four… Read more
Much has changed recently at a Back2Back-partnering children’s home. When the pandemic made its way to Mexico, many of the children under Back2Back’s care returned to live with biological families, if it was safe for them to do so. This decision was not made lightly and allowed for decreased spreading of the virus, while still… Read more
Aiden* is a young man with a vision. He wants better for himself than what he had growing up, and he wants to provide more for his family, too. He worked on completing his secondary education studies in the midst of the pandemic, but missed the in-person practice of serving patients, as the pandemic prevented… Read more
The visiting mission team gathered around the small house when they noticed the yellow tricycle parked in the side yard. Back2Back staff explained to the team that the matriarch of the family makes and sells bread in the community, and the recent purchase of the tricycle is helping her business grow. The guests smiled as… Read more