Their Stories
The stories of the children we serve, our supporters, staff and volunteers.
Juan Manuel (El Salvador)
The Sound of Gratitude
Born with a cleft palate, Juan Manuel suffered third degree burns at the age of 2 and lost his legs. Now 21, he is expressing his thanks to NPH and all who have helped him through music. Read more...
Estafanía (Peru)
Reclaiming Childhood
Coming from a home situation that involved neglect and abuse, Estefanía was reserved and timid upon arrival and often shied away from conversation. Read more...
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 Dennis Westmeier
A Home Filled with Peace, Justice and Love
I am 71 years old, but I definitely know that this experience has made an invaluable contribution to my life. Read more...
 Father Tom Belleque
Dignity, Honor, and Love... The Final Breath
Julianne Barclay, a Friends of the Orphans Godparent, writes about Father Tom Belleque, a pastor in Bellevue, WA, who spends his free time helping the children of NPH. 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...
 Lesley Narcoisse
10 Years of Dedication to Helping Others
Despite his three-hour commute to NPH Haiti's Hôpital Saint Damien – Chateaublond, Lesley has never been late and only missed two days of work for the birth of his youngest daughter. 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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