
Helping Hands: Gardening and Community Support to Empower Refugees
This blog is part of a series where we shine a light on the helping hands that made some of our Mexico projects possible. From culinary chefs cooking and distributing meals for migrants to local creatives using their art to inspire peace in their neighborhoods—progress would not be possible without…
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Helping Hands: Spreading Happiness Through Art
This blog is part of a series where we shine a light on the helping hands that made some of our Mexico projects possible. From culinary chefs cooking and distributing meals for migrants to local creatives using their art to inspire peace in their neighborhoods—progress would not be possible without…
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Helping Hands: Conflict Resolution Through Cooking
This blog is part of a series where we shine a light on the helping hands that made some of our Mexico projects possible. From culinary chefs cooking and distributing meals for migrants to local creatives using their art to inspire peace in their neighborhoods—progress would not be possible without…
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BBC’s What in the World Podcast: “USAID: Can the world live without it?”
Anselm Gibbs, a BBC reporter based in Trinidad and Tobago, tells us about programmes USAID funds in the Caribbean. And Hilde Deman from Search for Common Ground, an international non-profit that uses USAID funding in countries affected by violent conflict, talks about the impact to their work in the Democratic…
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CEO Shamil Idriss on ABC News’ “This Week”
Watch Search for Common Ground CEO Shamil Idriss discuss on ABC News how the U.S. foreign aid freeze has impacted our work in eastern Congo, where a war has reemerged.
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A Season of Hope: Returning Magic to the Border
In Mexico, at the border, the lasting impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic are still felt deeply, even four years later. While some scars, like economic rebuilding and job losses, are visible, others remain heartbreakingly hidden. One of the most devastating marks is the rising suicide rate among children and teens.…
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A Blanket of Warmth: Spreading Hope in Ciudad Juarez
The holiday season stirs a tapestry of emotions—joy in reuniting with family, nostalgia for loved ones no longer with us, the anticipation of gifts, and perhaps a touch of melancholy for goals left unmet. While traditions may differ across countries and cultures, one thing often remains constant: the comfort of…
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Painting the Path to Unity: How a Cycling Initiative is Transforming Ciudad Juárez
A couple of months ago, we had the privilege of participating in a cycling path intervention near the University of Ciudad Juárez. The experience was so meaningful that we knew we had to do it again—not just for ourselves, but for the local community that rallied behind the cause. What…
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Carrying Hope: Nourishing Bodies and Minds in Venezuela
In the heart of Zulia, Venezuela, our mobile canteen is doing more than just serving meals—it’s nourishing hope and rebuilding futures. Every weekday, we provide hot meals to 45 children from the most vulnerable communities, ensuring they receive the nutrition they need to thrive. Through our nutritional program, we serve…
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Together, We Carry the Future: Supporting Education in Mexico
In Juárez, Mexico, years of social unrest and economic hardship have taken their toll on families, with many struggling to meet basic needs. For parents in the Felipe Ángeles neighborhood, sending their children to school is not just about education — it means hope for a better future. Yet, the…
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