Giving Tuesday 2022

By 7017444915 December 23, 2025
For the entire beginning of his life, Luke lived life on the floor. We met him on our fourth distribution day in Kenya. His arrival at the site was quiet, but his story spoke volumes. Luke, 11, lives with cerebral palsy. Before he was brought to a children’s home for the disabled, he had endured years of neglect. He was tied up, unable to move around, and kept inside his home so his disability would remain hidden. When they found him, he was emaciated, in constant pain, and X-rays revealed a broken hip that had gone untreated for years. His caregiver, Don, brought Luke to our distribution site for the first wheelchair he has ever owned. Fitting his chair took more than two hours, but Luke smiled through every moment of it. He seemed to understand that his world was opening up for the first time. During the fitting, one of our team members stayed by Luke’s side, comforting him. She shared, “I spent a lot of time with him, praying and singing and just stroking the side of his face. And I think that’s one of the things that really got me, I don’t think he’s had much human contact. He would just lean into me, wanting me to keep going, and he grabbed at my hands like he didn’t want to let go.” Every wheelchair you help provide becomes a turning point - a chance for a child to sit upright for the first time, attend school, join their peers, or simply experience life beyond the walls where they were once hidden. For Luke, it meant being seen, supported, and cared for in ways he had never known. This Christmas season, you can give the gift of mobility and change a life forever. Your support ensures that the most vulnerable are not forgotten and brings dignity and hope to children who have endured far too much. Luke is not alone — children like him are waiting across the world. “Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.” — Matthew 25:40 You can change a life today. Every gift brings light into the darkness and gives children like Luke a future filled with possibility. Thank you for giving children like Luke, and so many others, a chance at dignity and hope. If you wish to contribute, please CLICK HERE to donate today. We are deeply grateful for your support and prayers as we continue our mission to serve and uplift those in need.
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Giving Tuesday is November 29, 2022. This is a day that encourages people to do good. Over the past 10 years, this idea has grown into a global movement that inspires people to give and celebrate generosity.

For Giving Tuesday, Hope Haven will be raising funds for a sensory swing frame to be put in a My Day room in Rock Valley! This swing will give individuals multiple physical and mental benefits.

Individuals with autism often feel dysregulated, or confused and overwhelmed within their environment. Many of them find the smooth rocking and swaying of a swing to help them relax and feel soothed. They may be able to concentrate and focus better during and after movement activities. Additionally, people with sensory processing disorder (SPD) struggle with understanding the world around them. Our understanding of SPD has led us to appreciate the benefits of swinging as a source of therapy and relaxation.

Altogether, vestibular input through single point and 2-point swings is crucial for development. It helps develop muscle tone, balance, postural security, regulation (behavior), alertness, focus, eye movements, auditory and language processing (communication).

Our goal is to raise $1,000 to purchase this swing. A matching gift of up to $1,000 provided by the Blauwet
Family in memory of their brother Scott, who was served by Hope Haven for many years. Scott valued work and worked full-time in the Hope Haven Parkview workshop while also being involved in My Day. Please consider giving this year on Giving Tuesday in memory of Scott!

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Please visit our website on November 29 to donate to this great cause: Donate Now

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