On the evening of May 26, 2026, Quincy Hall came alive with color, warmth, and the kind of energy that only happens when a community truly believes in something. Friends, longtime supporters, and new faces gathered together for Noche de Colores 2026: Honoring Decades of Dreams, a milestone celebration marking 40 years of transforming lives and strengthening communities in Guatemala. It was a night to remember. And thanks to the incredible generosity in that room, together we

Behind every student who graduates from Common Hope, there is a family filled with dreams. And behind each family, there is one of our social workers who walked the journey with them. At Common Hope | Familias de Esperanza, we have over a hundred professionals, each bringing unique skills, perspectives, and expertise. Today, we want to share a little bit about the social workers within our Family Development Program. We believe that a child's success in school is not achieved

At Common Hope, we believe that when students have access to education, family development and health, along with safe, stable housing, they are more likely to succeed both academically and within the family unit. That’s why our Housing Program exists, to address the difficult living conditions many Guatemalan families face and to provide dignified, secure homes where families can thrive and dream big. This time, the Muralles family experienced our housing program impact firs

Over the past few weeks, we held our annual “Back-to-School Fair” across all our sites and, as always, it reminded us why supporting education in Guatemala is so important. Here are some highlights from this special activity: Connection: One of the most meaningful aspects of the back-to-school fairs is the opportunity it creates for our entire staff to spend time with the families and students we serve. From the accounting department to IT, operations, volunteers, and members

Dear Common Hope Community, It is with deep respect and heavy hearts that we share the news that Dave Huebsch , founder of Common Hope, passed away on November 11 at the age of 88. Dave’s vision, compassion, and unwavering belief in the power of education sparked a movement that has shaped the futures of thousands of families in Guatemala. His legacy lives on in every student who dreams, every parent who perseveres, and every community strengthened through hope and opportunit

Imagine this: You’re sitting at your kitchen table, flipping through mail and to-do lists. Somewhere in the stack, there’s a reminder...

Quincy Hall was filled with color, art, and hope on May 15, as nearly 400 friends, longtime supporters, and new faces gathered to...

Last week, the Common Hope team spent time in Florida, connecting with supporters old and new. It was a week filled with inspiring...

For nearly two years, Eunice has been making a difference as a social worker at Common Hope, and she couldn’t be happier with the work...

Lafayette Veterans Memorial Hall was alive with energy as people gathered with a shared purpose: to change lives and foster positive...

Avery Dresel: Communications Team Intern, Summer 2024 As a third-year university student majoring in Latin American and Latinx Studies &...

In Spanish, the word for home is ‘hogar', which conveys the place where you live, as well as the emotional sense of security and comfort...

It’s a great feeling to be acknowledged for all the hard work you’ve done! The Education Support Team recently hosted a celebration to...

It was a busy afternoon at New Hope School during the Chapín celebrations, a vibrant event honoring all that it means to be...

We're proud of our community! On August 26th, we gathered to play golf, connect with dedicated Common Hope supporters, and create...

We have some exciting news and a fun way for you to show your love for Guatemala as we gear up for Guatemalan Independence Day on...

Nidya is a longstanding staff member who has been part of our team in Guatemala for the past 18 years. Her journey with Common Hope began...

Education instills confidence. But don’t take our word for it. Let's get an expert student opinion from Oto! We are proud to shine a...

We truly can’t say thank you enough! This year, we made the decision to bring back Noche de Colores on tour to some of the cities...

In celebration of Father’s Day, we want to thank all fathers who inspire and support their families every day, striving to give their...