Food for the Hungry Canada

"I [learned] valuable knowledge about coffee cultivation. Together with my family, I can improve our coffee production—our main source of income.” Ana, along with 100 other coffee farming families in Guatemala, joined the "Better Coffee, Better Lives" program. The program empowered them to improve coffee production, take control of their coffee sales, and diversify their income. These farmers are regularly supported and encouraged by FH Guatemala staff as they learn to use new and improved agricultural practices. After three years of journeying together, five farming groups connected with a local coffee co-op to secure fairer prices for their beans. Thanks to your generosity, Ana's family can now make a stable income! #BetterCoffeeBetterLives #GuatemalaCoffee #SustainableAgriculture #EmpowerCoffeeGrowers #CoffeeFarmers #HopeForTheFuture

Starting a successful career can be challenging for any young person. In Uganda, youth account for 60 per cent of the unemployed population. When they can secure a job, they face barriers negotiating wages, holding bank accounts, accessing land, learning technical skills, and receiving financing for start-ups. That's why FH Uganda started an initiative to provide business training for youth called the Youth Initiatives for Empowerment and Livelihoods Development (YIELD). Fifty young people participated in this 12-month program, gaining opportunities and skills to build businesses together. Richard started a poultry business and gained his community's respect as an upcoming entrepreneur. Emma began a general store to serve his community. Sarah started a restaurant and second hand clothing business. "From being an idle and disorderly youth in my community, I have become an entrepreneur!" Emma beams. Now these young people have ambitions and the skills to pursue brighter futures! This #WorldYouthSkillsDay, what valuable insights would you want to share with a young person starting their career? Share below ⬇️ #SkillsRightNow #WYSD2024 #InspiringYouth #WeAreMakingOurMark #WorldYouthSkillsDay2024 #YouthSkills #SkillDevelopment #CareerDevelopment

This #FHFriday, we’re excited to welcome Sandra Gamboias, CFRE to FH Canada as our Senior Director of Philanthropy. Sandra comes to us as a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) with more than 20 years of experience working in the non-profit sector. She also has a bilingual degree in International Relations and is passionate about empowering donors and community partners to support causes that make the world a better place. Sandra is looking forward to working with our Canadian partners to transform impoverished communities into healthy and productive places for children to grow. She is excited to help build brighter futures for our communities with you! A fun fact about Sandra is that she loves sea turtles, hiking, and exploring new cultures. Join us in welcoming Sandra to the team by offering a 👋 or share your favourite hiking trail! ⬇️ #DonorEngagement #Welcome #DonorStewardship #Philanthropy

Have you ever had a dream to start a business but didn't know where to start? FH Cambodia has been helping adults put their entrepreneurial dreams into action! 98 adults learned financial literacy, business skills, and budgeting. They pitched business plans like fish and frog raising, selling produce, and hairdressing. Since being trained, 26 participants have already started their own businesses! Have you started your own business? What do you wish you had known before beginning? Share in the comments below ⬇️ #EntrepreneurialTraining #Entrepreneurship #BusinessSkills #FinancialLiteracy #Budgeting #SmallBusiness #EntrepreneurialMindset

Good news from Uganda! This year, FH Uganda organized a health outreach to educate pregnant mothers on hygiene and the benefits of delivering at clinics. Expecting mothers learned that maternal and infant survival rates increase when delivery takes place in a health facility. The result? More mothers are visiting the new maternity ward. In fact, there has been a 320% increase in the number of infants delivered at the new maternity ward! Thanks to the dedication of FH Uganda staff and community volunteers, the health and wellbeing of mothers and babies in Bukiende is improving! #UgandaHealth #MaternalHealth #HealthyBabies #MaternityCare #SafeMotherhood #HealthEducation #MaternityWard

This #FHFriday, we’re excited to introduce you to Jonathan Mair, who joined our philanthropy team as our Western Canada Partner Engagement Lead! Jon comes to us with over fifteen years of experience working in non-profit organizations and churches. More than ten of those years were spent leading fundraising teams and campaigns. Jon enjoys helping people connect their passions and interests with opportunities to make a difference in the world. What a great addition he is to our philanthropy team! Jon looks forward to hearing how FH partners have been impacted by journeying with communities that have moved from poverty to thriving. When he's not at work, you'll find Jon outside in his garden or enjoying his hammock. Join us in welcoming Jon to the team by offering a 👋 or share your favourite gardening tip! ⬇️ #DonorEngagement #Welcome #DonorStewardship #Philanthropy

What do delicious barista-made drinks, sharp haircuts, and a finely tuned engine all have in common? These are just a few of the skills now expertly offered by young Cambodians because of a new youth vocational training program! In this episode, Veasna Pin, Program Operation Director from FH Cambodia, shares how the program is opening up a world of possibilities for these vulnerable youth. Tune in to discover the full story! Listen now ⏯️ https://apple.co/3XMFKX4 #Cambodia #YouthEmpowerment

Happy Canada Day! 🍁 From FH communities around the world, thank you to all our Canadian partners. Your support is making a tremendous impact around the world. What do you appreciate about Canada? Share below ⬇️ #HappyCanadaDay #CanadaDay #HappyBirthdayCanada

Did you know? A sense of belonging leads to feelings of joy. People who are more connected to their community have fewer mental health problems and are physically healthier. Building relationships also increases hope for the future. Isn't that worth smiling about? How do you build community in your workplace? Share below ⬇️ #FridayFeeling #Joy #Optimism #Happiness #Belonging #Community #Smiles

Did you know? Nearly 60 million people could be lifted out of poverty if all adults completed two more years of schooling? Take it one step further—if every adult completed secondary education, nearly 420 million could escape poverty. This is over half of everyone living in poverty around the world. Education is about more than escaping material poverty. Education plays an important role in increasing quality of life, reducing gender inequalities, and fostering more peaceful communities. Education empowers people, both in our partner communities and Canada, to live healthier and more sustainable lives. How has education positively impacted your life? Comment below. #Education #School #Learning #EducationMatters #EducationForAll