Transforming Futures in Honduras

His wife, Lori, a registered nurse, joined him on the next trip, and together they began dreaming of what would become Casa de Esperanza. Over the past twenty years, Casa de Esperanza’s mission has evolved to meet the changing needs of the communities we serve. Our work has included medical and dental assistance, vocational training, and education programs that equip youth with essential life skills. We host short-term mission trips that help volunteers grow in understanding and passion for Honduras, build meaningful relationships, and provide critical health and construction services. To date, hundreds of volunteers have traveled to Honduras to participate in these efforts. At the same time, we employ local Hondurans year-round to ensure program continuity, stability, and lasting impact. Casa de Esperanza is supported by generous friends in the U.S. through donations. In addition, Lori and numerous volunteers contribute their time and talents through food sales, catering, and other fundraising activities, helping to sustain and expand programs. Today, our primary focus is walking alongside youth leaving high school, providing educational scholarships for school and technical training, while supporting life skills development and spiritual formation. Through this holistic approach, we aim to empower young people to thrive and make a lasting difference in their communities.