Their Stories
The stories of the children we serve, our supporters, staff and volunteers.
Walter (Peru)
Becoming a Leader
One of the first 10 children at NPH Peru, Walter had previously been shuffled between relatives and neighbors, and did not attend school on a regular basis. Read more...
Sofía (Mexico)
Taking the First Steps Toward a Dream
Abandoned by their mother, Sofía and her three siblings lived in a one-room house with poor ventilation and asbestos infestations. Read more...
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 Jane Wagemaker
Truly Blessed
I met Erika the summer of 2005 when I visited NPH Mexico. For some reason, the junior high age girls took a liking to me and I to them. Read more...
 John Shinsky
The Ride of a Lifetime
Using a string of life-changing moments helped John to build toward the fulfillment of a 40-year mission - opening his own orphanage. Read more...
More Supporter Stories
 Father Rick Frechette, CP, D.O.
Bringing Help and Hope to Haiti
As a Passionist priest, Father Rick ministers to the spiritual health of humanity. As a doctor, he also ministers to the physical health of orphaned children and the needy. Read more...
 Ferel Bruno
Making Miracles Happen
Born in Haiti, Ferel was working at a school for handicapped children when he met Fr. William B. Wasson, founder of NPH. He has been part of the NPH family ever since. Read more...
More Staff Stories
 Kelly Harless
Yearning for a Simple Life
The NPH National Director says there are two types of volunteers: those who are running away from something, and those who are looking for something. Read more...
 Kelly Quinn
I do not want to change the world; I want the world to change me
With a $10,000 Samuel Huntington Public Service Award, Kelly is establishing the first ESL program at NPH Dominican Republic. Read more...
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