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Welcome to wearemanyhands.org!
Welcome to wearemanyhands.org!
April 20, 20263 minWe are thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new website, a digital space created…

Old House/New House for Three Sisters
Old House/New House for Three Sisters
March 23, 20268 minFrom a dirt floor under tarps to a safe, secure home: hear from Christi Gabhart,…

On the Ground: Why Our Mission is Resilient and The Future is Haitian-Led
On the Ground: Why Our Mission is Resilient and The Future is Haitian-Led
March 18, 20264 minIn a time when headlines focus on unrest in Haiti, we believe in a mission…
The Accident of Geography and the Purpose of Presence
The Accident of Geography and the Purpose of Presence
February 20, 20264 minYou didn't choose where you were born, but you can choose how you use the…

Melissa Kauk – First Thousand Days Updates!
Melissa Kauk – First Thousand Days Updates!
February 9, 20264 minDiscover the incredible impact of the First Thousand Days in our latest updates! Read about…

Real Talk: Why Monthly Donors are the Foundation of Our Mission
Real Talk: Why Monthly Donors are the Foundation of Our Mission
February 1, 20264 minReal love shows up. Your consistent monthly support helps Many Hands be the ones that…

Welcome to wearemanyhands.org!
Welcome to wearemanyhands.org!
April 20, 20263 minWe are thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new website, a digital space created…

Real Talk: Why Monthly Donors are the Foundation of Our Mission
Real Talk: Why Monthly Donors are the Foundation of Our Mission
February 1, 20264 minReal love shows up. Your consistent monthly support helps Many Hands be the ones that…

What is the Best Way I Can Help? The Three Pillars of Generosity
What is the Best Way I Can Help? The Three Pillars of Generosity
December 23, 20258 minMaximize your impact with Many Hands by committing your Time, God-given Talent, and managed Treasure.…

The Heartbeat of the Academic Recovery for Kids Program
The Heartbeat of the Academic Recovery for Kids Program
November 1, 20254 minMrs. Celekah Mills is the ARK Teacher and Librarian for Many Hands in Abaco. Here…

Welcome Summer Brand, Many Hands’ New Marketing Coordinator!
Welcome Summer Brand, Many Hands’ New Marketing Coordinator!
January 27, 20253 minWe are thrilled to officially welcome Summer Brand to the Many Hands team as our…

Tim Brand To Visit Central Iowa Stores for Book Signings
Tim Brand To Visit Central Iowa Stores for Book Signings
February 8, 20243 minAnnouncement Overview Tim Brand's book has soared to the top of Amazon's bestseller charts He…
Does My Donation Even Get to The Bahamas? The Proof of Abaco’s Financial Integrity
Does My Donation Even Get to The Bahamas? The Proof of Abaco’s Financial Integrity
December 10, 20256 minCan you trust your donation will help Abaco? Discover how Many Hands maintains Guidestar Platinum…

Is There Even a Need in The Bahamas? An Expert Analysis of Abaco’s Post-Dorian Systemic Deficit
Is There Even a Need in The Bahamas? An Expert Analysis of Abaco’s Post-Dorian Systemic Deficit
December 3, 20258 minSix years after Hurricane Dorian, Abaco still faces major gaps in housing, education, and food…

A New Chapter for Education: Hope and Progress in Abaco
A New Chapter for Education: Hope and Progress in Abaco
September 30, 20255 minJoin us in a story of hope and progress in Abaco. Our Academic Recovery for…

Renewed Reading A Reality At CAPS
Renewed Reading A Reality At CAPS
September 3, 20256 minCarrie Veenstra shares how renewed reading became a reality at Central Abaco Primary School (CAPS)…
Transforming Abaco: The Impact of Many Hands’ Home Repair Program
Transforming Abaco: The Impact of Many Hands’ Home Repair Program
July 29, 20254 minRyan Forbes, Many Hands' International Consultant and resident of Abaco, shares his heart and his…

A Vision for Tomorrow: The Dream of a Self-Reliant Abaco
A Vision for Tomorrow: The Dream of a Self-Reliant Abaco
July 22, 20255 minEmbark on a journey with Summer Brand, Many Hands Marketing Coordinator, as she unveils the…

Old House/New House for Three Sisters
Old House/New House for Three Sisters
March 23, 20268 minFrom a dirt floor under tarps to a safe, secure home: hear from Christi Gabhart,…

On the Ground: Why Our Mission is Resilient and The Future is Haitian-Led
On the Ground: Why Our Mission is Resilient and The Future is Haitian-Led
March 18, 20264 minIn a time when headlines focus on unrest in Haiti, we believe in a mission…
The Accident of Geography and the Purpose of Presence
The Accident of Geography and the Purpose of Presence
February 20, 20264 minYou didn't choose where you were born, but you can choose how you use the…

Melissa Kauk – First Thousand Days Updates!
Melissa Kauk – First Thousand Days Updates!
February 9, 20264 minDiscover the incredible impact of the First Thousand Days in our latest updates! Read about…

Real Talk: Why Monthly Donors are the Foundation of Our Mission
Real Talk: Why Monthly Donors are the Foundation of Our Mission
February 1, 20264 minReal love shows up. Your consistent monthly support helps Many Hands be the ones that…

Mark Kauk – I am working for Jesus.
Mark Kauk – I am working for Jesus.
January 26, 20266 minJoin us in celebrating the incredible journey of our staff in Haiti! Discover how the…
Impact Team News & Stories
Hear the latest from our Impact Teams.

Impact Day
Impact Day
March 22, 20265 minGod connects us on a deeper level when we share our stories! The Third Church…

God is Good, ALL the Time!
God is Good, ALL the Time!
March 21, 20266 minA day of service, sun, and teacher appreciation! Read about the Third Church IMPACT Team’s…

Surrounded by Beauty
Surrounded by Beauty
March 20, 20265 minThe Third Church IMPACT Team saw the breathtaking beauty of Abaco on Culture Day! Read…

Blessings Given to Blessings Received
Blessings Given to Blessings Received
March 19, 20263 minDiscover the blessings received from a day of giving! Read about the Third Church IMPACT…

Many Hands Make Light Work
Many Hands Make Light Work
March 18, 20265 minThere is incredible transformation happening and profound gratitude being expressed in Abaco! Read about the…

Jesus Loves the Little Children
Jesus Loves the Little Children
March 17, 20263 min“We are here to bless those we serve… I am the one who is being…

Impact Day
Impact Day
March 22, 20265 minGod connects us on a deeper level when we share our stories! The Third Church…

God is Good, ALL the Time!
God is Good, ALL the Time!
March 21, 20266 minA day of service, sun, and teacher appreciation! Read about the Third Church IMPACT Team’s…

Surrounded by Beauty
Surrounded by Beauty
March 20, 20265 minThe Third Church IMPACT Team saw the breathtaking beauty of Abaco on Culture Day! Read…

Blessings Given to Blessings Received
Blessings Given to Blessings Received
March 19, 20263 minDiscover the blessings received from a day of giving! Read about the Third Church IMPACT…

Many Hands Make Light Work
Many Hands Make Light Work
March 18, 20265 minThere is incredible transformation happening and profound gratitude being expressed in Abaco! Read about the…

Jesus Loves the Little Children
Jesus Loves the Little Children
March 17, 20263 min“We are here to bless those we serve… I am the one who is being…

2022 Embrace IMPACT Update – Tim Brand, CEO
2022 Embrace IMPACT Update – Tim Brand, CEO
December 3, 20211 min To supporters and IMPACT Journey goers of Many Hands, As we look to 2022 and past…

Kraal Team – Community
Kraal Team – Community
March 12, 20202 minThe Kraal team writes about their experience in Haiti and a word they feel sums…

Haven – Go With The Flow
Haven – Go With The Flow
February 17, 20206 minThe Haven team was thrown for a loop when their own plans fell through. This…

Pella Christian Winterim 2020
Pella Christian Winterim 2020
January 3, 20202 minA team of high school students from Pella Christian are serving in Haiti during their…
