Gogo and Mkhulu’s Visit
May 13, 2024
Gogo & Mkhulu’s Visit (Grandma and Grandpa)By “Whitney” A few weeks ago, 2 very special people visited our girls’ home in eSwatini. They are part of our board of directors,
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New Growth Partnership Spotlight: Washington County Anti-Trafficking Advocates
April 8, 2024
Today we are featuring another New Growth Parter – an organization who we absolutely ADORE & who have helped us hit the ground running on our New Growth Expansion Introducing: Washington
Hosea’s Heart Through a Photographer’s Lens
March 28, 2024
Hosea’s Heart Through a Photographer’s LensBy Anthony Butz I’ve had many jobs and worn many hats. I’ve been a door-to-door salesman, an assistant manager at a clothing store, and a
Culture Day 2024
March 12, 2024
Culture Day By “Whitney” This year’s Swazi Cultural Day was one to remember. The day wasn’t just filled with traditional clothes, food, and music. It was also the first day
Hosea’s Heart Honored by European Union
March 4, 2024
On World NGO Day, Hosea’s Heart was HONORED to be chosen as 1 of 10 NGOs selected in eSwatini to receive a monetary award from the EU (European Union) in
New Growth Partnership Spotlight: Great Lakes Church
March 3, 2024
This week, we are THRILLED to introduce you to another New Growth Partner, Great Lakes Church in Kenosha, WI When asked what makes Hosea’s Heart stand out as a mission
Hawaiian Chicken in Southern Africa
February 29, 2024
Hawaiian Chicken in Southern Africa By Anthony Butz When I visit a new place I like to take things back with me. I don’t necessarily mean physical objects. There are
New Growth Partnership Spotlight: The Love > hate Project
February 13, 2024
One of the coolest blessings to come from the “Scars: Up From Ashes” tour this summer was lasting partnerships with local organizations who have similar missions, visions, and values… and
New Growth Partnership Spotlight: O’Herrin Family
February 4, 2024
Behind the scenes of Hosea’s Heart, the past 2 months have been filled with jaw-dropping generosity There have been MANY moments that leave us celebrating, teary-eyed, and speechless… and it’s because
105 Days In Africa
January 29, 2024
Reflections on my time serving Hosea’s Heart in eSwatini… By Anthony Butz “You should visit! You should visit!” Echo the excited words of a young Swazi woman, who somehow found
2023 Year End Letter
December 15, 2023
Happy end of 2023! What a year it’s been! Not just because we celebrated our Ten Year Anniversary, but also because of the innumerable wins accomplished in just the past
Weekly Wins!
October 10, 2023
2020 Weekly Wins! Join us in celebrating our weekly wins on our Facebook page!http://facebook.com/hoseasheart
2020 Ambassador Trip – Applications Open!
September 19, 2019
2020 Winter Ambassador Info Packet and Application Every winter, we get excited to invite a group of visitors to Swaziland to join our family for a couple of weeks with
Would You Send Me Away?
July 14, 2019
“If you had to send one of us away, like take one of us out of Hosea’s Heart, and you had to pick one of us… who would you pick?” One of
2019 Prayer Guide
February 11, 2019
Let’s start the new year right by joining together in unified prayer! Follow along with this 2019 Prayer Guide to support the young women of Swaziland. direct download <span
2019 Winter Ambassador Celebrations
February 4, 2019
The 2019 Hosea’s Heart Ambassadors have returned from eSwatini ready to serve Hosea’s Heart for the year! Ambassadors travel to eSwatini for two weeks during January and then stay involved
2019 Winter Ambassador Trip Revamp
October 1, 2018
Hosea’s Heart has opened applications for a revamped ambassador program! Check out the ambassador information packet for more information. To sum it up, ambassadors will take part in a mutually beneficial
An Ironwoman’s Dream
August 20, 2018
Some of you might recall one of our very first fundraisers which began our Dream for a Dream program- an Ironman race, run in support of Hosea’s Heart. It’s a beautiful
Suffering for Freedom
June 28, 2018
As we rounded the corner, I took in a sharp breath. My chest suddenly felt suffocated like a heavy blanket had been thrown over my face. This time, it wasn’t
New Roots Prayer Guide
March 12, 2018
As we continue to journey together toward making dreams of opportunity and hopes for a better future come true, we must remain united in the source of our greatest hopes
Buying Her Off the Street
February 12, 2018
If someone would’ve told me that six years after starting Hosea’s Heart, I’d be buying one of my daughters off the street, I would’ve said, “No way. You’re crazy. Count
Praising after Swazi
February 10, 2018
Each time I was traveling to Swaziland, everyone would say “you are going to change those girls lives!”…. “The work you are doing is so amazing!”…. “WOW, you are such
First Impressions
January 25, 2018
It’s hard to believe this is true, but I have already been living in Manzini for 3 weeks! I keep saying that I am in my Swaziland honeymoon phase because
Never Ordinary
December 28, 2017
First, a story: Kajiah’s island had no dirt. Water? Sunshine? People? Yes. But no dirt. And, subsequently, no plants, no food chain, and few insects or animals. You may not
Loving A Runnaway
December 4, 2017
2008 – I met a twelve-year-old, front-tooth missing, phonily happy teenage girl who ripped the heart right out of my chest. But in its place, God put His heart for her.
Ayanda’s American Adventure
November 12, 2017
“How are you doing, Ayanda?” the flight attendant in charge of an entirely different section of our plane came over to check on the ecstatic and terrified young woman sitting
It’s Home
July 31, 2017
A little over 5 years ago, I began my journey with Hosea’s Heart in Swaziland. It’s crazy to think back on that time. God changed me in so many ways when I
Serving Those Who Serve
July 25, 2017
I had the opportunity to travel to Swaziland for two weeks this past February and March 2017 to “serve” in whatever way Mary-Kate and the Hosea’s Heart team needed. I
New Roots: From Ashes to Oaks!
May 5, 2017
If you have not yet heard about our exciting update- we’re expanding! In February, we sent an ambassador team to help begin the first stages of building this new campus-style compound.
Why Not Her?
May 1, 2017
“Why me?” the common question each of us asks when faced with unjust hardship and pain. But she doesn’t ask that question. Why? Because she’s not common. She’s extraordinary. Resilient. A relentless chaser
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It’s Friday! 🎉 & We are excited for you to get to know one of the newest members of the Hosea’s Heart staff, Xolile Hlophe. Xolile, who the girls call “Teacher X,” joined us this year as a Special Needs Assistant. So far, Xolile’s favorite parts about working at Hosea’s
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This Friday, it is our pleasure to introduce you to Thulie Simelane, one of our wonderful House Mothers, who has worked at Hosea’s Heart for 4 years 😊 Thulie says her favorite part of serving in this role with HH is, “I like to be a God-fearing mother who teaches
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Our 2024 Annual Report has been published! 🤍 At Hosea’s Heart, we value financial transparency and are committed to stewarding the generosity of our supporters with integrity. If you are on our email list, you should have received an email with our 2024 Annual Report… BUT, we are currently navigating
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Happy Friday! 🥳 Today we are excited for you to meet Nomsa, who has faithfully served as a House Mom and Cook for Hosea’s Heart for 7 years! When asked about her favorite part of working at Hosea’s Heart, Nomsa shared that her favorite thing is “to cook for the
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This past weekend, our teaching staff had the special opportunity to participate in a brief retreat together, which Mr. Matata (our Religious Education and History teacher) described as being "a perfect blend of relaxation and team-building activities." ☀️ Mr. Matata reflects, "The serene environment, surrounded by lush greenery and tranquil
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We are jumping back a few weeks to a celebration we don’t want to miss the opportunity to share! 🥰 Earlier this year, our girls and staff celebrated their 2024 awards, where fellow staff members and girls nominate one another for awards such as Love, Integrity, Resourcefulness, Commitment, Humility, and
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This Friday, we are happy to introduce you to Ayanda Dlamini, our Personal Assistant to the Director AND Case Manager Assistant 🙂 Ayanda has been serving on the Hosea’s Heart staff for 4 years, and her favorite part of working for HH is being able to work in the legal
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Check out the progress being made on our Office Block! Every new development is a cause for CELEBRATION 🎉 For our staff & girls, this office block isn’t just a new building of rooms and offices. For us, this building means: 🌟 a sacred space that provides the privacy and
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This Friday, we are excited to introduce you to one of our newest staff members, Bongiwe Mdluli, who joined us this year as our Family Programs Manager 🤩 So far, Bongiwe’s favorite part of working at Hosea’s Heart is “being part of the big family which thrives on building resilient,
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On Saturday, Hosea’s Heart was invited to YWEC (Young Women Empowerment Consortium) International Women's Day event! Hosea’s Heart was one of 15 schools chosen to attend the event 😍 According to Director of Programs and Development, Hannah Manders, “Each school got nominate a girl for showing exceptional leadership on campus
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It’s FRIDAY! 🤗 Today we are thrilled to introduce you to Melisa Littler, who serves as a Primary School English Teacher at Hosea’s Heart! Melisa first became a part of our staff team in 2021 before going back to school to complete her Bachelor’s Degree, and she has been back
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Here we GO! 🎉 This past week, we had our Ground Breaking Ceremony for our Office Block! Director Mary-Kate Martin shares, “We prayed the breaking ground for this office block would be symbolic of breaking up rocky grounds in our own hearts and souls. That the building of this office
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Happy FRIDAY 🎉 We are excited to once again kick off our Staff Spotlights! Each Friday, we will be introducing you to one of the INCREDIBLE staff members that make up our Hosea’s Heart team 😁 First up: Tjengisile (TJ), who serves as our Case Manager & School Guidance Teacher!
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WOW WOW WOW 🤩 Great Lakes Church, THANK YOU for your partnership! We are incredibly grateful for every prayer & every penny that has gotten us to where we today. Whether it is $1 or $100 or $1,000, we are humbled & grateful for each of YOU who has chosen
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👀 Ground leveling for our OFFICE BLOCK is officially underway! We are so excited to announce that we are now in the process of constructing our Office Building 🎉 and it’s because of YOUR generosity that we were able to move so seamlessly into the next phase of construction, which
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EXCITING NEWS! 🥳 Our family is expanding! Please join us in welcoming “Abigail” to Hosea’s Heart! ❤️ The name “Abigail” means “My Father’s Joy” - and she truly is 🥰 We are overwhelmed with gratefulness that we were able to say YES to bringing Abigail into our family when the
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We have some EXCITING NEWS coming soon 🤭 but first… We want you to know that we continue to celebrate EVERY donation that comes in toward our New Growth goal! Our New Growth Expansion is currently 76.2% funded 🥳 What does that mean? ✅ Family Unit #3: This home is
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Last month, our girls once again had the special opportunity to participate in a dance camp led by Cameron Cunningham, founder and director of Relevant Rhythms. Cameron, now a familiar face at HH, teaches a variety of dance styles, including jazz, ballet, hip hop, and worship dance! 💃🏽 Cameron is
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❤️ We are excited to spread the LOVE this Valentine's Day! When you make a donation of any amount starting TODAY until Sunday 2/16, you will receive a FREE copy of Director Mary-Kate Martin's book: Never Been Kissed 😍 Follow Mary-Kate's journey of discovering worth amidst rejection, purpose amidst singleness,
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Shout out to our PHENOMENAL staff team 🤩 Every January, our team spends a week together completing staff training, participating in team-building exercises, and setting goals for the year ahead 🌟 Our Assistant Director, Zitsile, shares that this year’s retreat was “so full of unity as a team.” She also
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⌛️ LAST CHANCE to request a Singing Valentine’s Gram, lovingly delivered from our girls to someone you love to make their Valentine’s Day extra special 😍 All you have to do is head to hoseasheart.org/events/ and fill out the "Singing Valentine's Gram" form by the end of the day TODAY
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We have another AWESOME team to recognize: a team of nurses from the University of Iowa College of Nursing 🤩 While a new group of student nurses comes each year, we are grateful for the consistent partnership of the University of Iowa College of Nursing over several years now 🤍
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Tax season is upon us! All 2024 Annual Contribution Summaries have been mailed 🌟 If you are on our email list, your Annual Contribution Summary was sent to the email we have on file. If you are not on our email list, your Annual Contribution Summary was sent in the
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1 WEEK REMAINING to request your personalized Singing Valentine's Gram! 🥰 We are so excited to help YOU make Valentine's an extra special day for someone you love this year. You could send a Singing Valentine’s Gram to your spouse, best friend, mom, dad, child… ANYONE you want to share
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