Building Big Dreams & Driving Big Trucks The Haiti Hope Program Students are growing, even in the midst of changes. One of the key components of Haiti’s Hope Program is that each of the students is in school, working towards a career goal, but also learning, developing, and harnessing professional skills in the meantime. Wilson*… Read more
Learning Independence, Seeking Reunification Family reunification has long been something Back2Back honors, if the situation is safe, healthy, and allows the child to flourish with their biological family. We know it is God’s design for families to be together, and we work towards this in every instance possible. Four years ago, Miguel’s* grandmother was contacted… Read more
Growing in Body, Mind, and Spirit Holistic care is one of Back2Back’s top priorities in caring for vulnerable children. Our 5-Point Child Development plan ensures every child and teen is receiving care spiritually, physically, educationally, emotionally, and socially in order to not just survive, but flourish. A young man at Calvary Hope House is a… Read more
Strong(er) Families, Strong(er) Homes COVID-19, and the perspective lockdowns as a result, were an unwelcome change for most of the world. As people adjusted to working from home and holding classrooms from their kitchen tables, there were a few families in Monterrey who benefitted from the requirement of sheltering-in-place. Many of the children who live… Read more
A Call-Center Style Classroom The big room is generally abuzz with visiting mission guests and Sunday church services, but in recent weeks, it’s bustling for different reasons. Small tables have been set up perpendicular to each other on the grey, marble floors, and each caregiver has their own phone, paperwork, and schedule to follow every… Read more
Joy Will Not Be Cancelled The familiar beat of a popular song filled the walls of a home in Tres Reyes, Cancun, Mexico. Roberto, decked out in a tie, graduation robe, and graduation cap, walked proudly down the hallway leading to his family’s dining room, where his sisters, mom, and dad grinned excitedly for him…. Read more
Hi-YAH! The two young boys cried out the expected call as they completed a new karate move. Their eyes were laser focused, their arms were stiff and strong, and their karate teacher acknowledged it all as they completed the move. Both boys beamed on the inside, and gave a smile on the outside as thanks…. Read more
Bugs, and Airplanes, and Boats, OH MY! Lisa and Rick Bursey had gotten used to insects being brought to their offices by the children at the home. “COVID-19, while initially caused a lot of boredom, has now really sparked creativity,” shared Lisa. In their down time between teacher-led crafts, the children explored the areas around… Read more
Did You Know? 75% of children who are trafficked do not have a 3rd grade reading level by the 3rd grade. This staggering statistic is one of the driving forces of Back2Back Cincinnati’s reading program. “If we can help children recognize words and understand language, we’re bringing an awareness to them, helping them better identify… Read more
Using His Voice for the Arts, and Others Seventeen-year old Samuel* is a young man of many gifts. He is a talented spoken word performer and over the last couple years, has showcased them in nearly every area of the arts. What has become even more impressive than his artistic giftings, is Samuel’s ability to… Read more