Posts by foundationforpeace
A Lifechanging Gift of Land for a New Medical Clinic in El Batey
This new medical clinic project and the amazing gift of land began with a miraculous change in perspective that blessed the giver and the entire community. Kristin Hamner, FFP Dominican Republic National Director, is based out of El Batey and is dedicated to working to improve the quality of life in El Batey and throughout…
Read MoreKenya Mission Trip: The Joy of Serving
The Foundation for Peace (FFP) Kenya Mission Team recently returned from serving alongside Living Word Church (LWC) in Mathare North. It’s always a blessing to partner with this church community. From the moment you step off the bus on the first morning to the last service filled with joy, dancing, and praise, you can’t help…
Read MoreMedical Mission Team Helps Those in Need
David McDonald has been attending FFP mission trips for more than 10 years and has led his own team of nurses since 2023. This partnership has led to some remarkable stories. Please see this article reprinted with permission from the ENA Connections newsletter.
Read MoreChristian Mission Trip Prep Guide
Signing up for a Christian mission trip is a powerful way to serve others, spread the message of God’s love, and make a positive impact in communities around the world. We partner with churches to host mission trips that bring together individuals and groups to work on various projects that empower communities. If you’re preparing…
Read MoreNew Homes, Community Rebirth
In 2024 Foundation for Peace began a new initiative in El Batey. As always, our projects are community-led and the community voiced the need for safe housing for vulnerable families. The community committee evaluated residents’ homes and set the priorities. Our teams brought in the funds and helped work along-side community volunteers. Given that the…
Read MoreMedical Mission in Mathare Slum
In the heart of Nairobi, Kenya, lies Mathare, one of the largest slums in Africa, where over 500,000 people live in densely packed homes. This vibrant community struggles with limited access to basic needs. Amidst these struggles, there is a beacon of hope: the Living Word Church (LWC), FFP’s partner for the annual FFP mission…
Read MoreGive Children a Healthy Future | Support FFP Giving Tuesday
As Giving Tuesday approaches, the Foundation for Peace is stepping up its efforts to raise essential funds for a cause that can significantly impact the lives of children. This initiative is about health, development, and a brighter future for our children. Children are our future, yet many are growing up without access to basic nutritional…
Read MoreVitamins for Malnourished Children
While many aspects of life in the Dominican Republic are rich in culture and community, the health of its youngest members often suffers due to a lack of essential nutrients. In impoverished areas, access to nutritious food is limited. Families often rely on inexpensive staples that lack vital vitamins and minerals. As a result, children…
Read MoreAdventure, Friends, and Love
Life tends to hold a few surprises for us. Some are good, others are….well not so much. It takes us on a grand adventure that over time pieces together a story. These adventures are not always random. Sometimes we choose them. This is how I found myself in a strange country with a strange language…
Read MoreProvide a Child in Kenya with Education | Tumaini School
When Rev. Stephen and Rosemary Mbogo began pastoring the Living Word Church in 2005, they were deeply impacted by the children who roamed the streets with no access to education. Knowing firsthand that education is the key to self-sufficiency, they made a courageous decision to act. They used their own funds to build a small…
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