Training Tutors to Transform Education in Guatemala
In the rural schools of San Martín, many children face a challenge that often goes unseen but deeply affects their future — difficulty in learning
November 7, 2025
In the rural schools of San Martín, many children face a challenge that often goes unseen but deeply affects their future — difficulty in learning
In the rural communities of San Antonio Huista and Unión Cantinil, Guatemala, many families live day by day without the tools to plan for the
Deep in the mountains of the municipality of Unión Cantinil, Guatemala, in communities like Las Lomas and Villa Linda, more than just classes are being
High in the mountains of Guatemala, the community of El Pajal has taken a major step toward a brighter future. After years of difficult access
In the village of Villa Linda, Guatemala, clean water has always been more than a convenience—it’s been a daily struggle.
For years, families faced the
High in the mountains of Chipila and Chiuleu, Guatemala, lives Mrs. Vicenta García Hernández—a 73-year-old woman whose life is a testament to strength, faith, and
Thanks to the sponsorship program of 410 Bridge, a boy who lost his parents and faced enormous challenges is now discovering the power of learning
On October 7th, members of the Mugaa community gathered at the borehole site to witness something they had dreamed about for years—the groundbreaking ceremony for
In Aldea El Triunfo, Guatemala, getting a notebook or a pencil wasn’t as simple as walking to the nearest store. Until recently, children and young
Giving Tuesday is almost here—and this year, we’re making it bigger, bolder, and full of friendly competition!
This Giving Tuesday, 410 Bridge and Mission: Hope
Across Kenya and Guatemala children are writing letters—not to anyone specific, but to someone.
Someone who will believe in them.
Someone who will care.<br
Kenya is buzzing with stories of transformation!
Across our partner communities, families are planting seeds—literally and figuratively—of hope, opportunity, and growth. Your support is
We are excited to announce that our latest field report is now live — a brand-new snapshot of how, together, we are multiplying hope in
Families in Chipila and San Jose, Guatemala have been waiting far too long for basic medical care. Two new health clinics are ready, but without
At 410 Bridge, our goal is simple: empower communities to thrive independently. Ndibai is a remarkable example of this vision in action. As this community
Severe flooding recently swept through remote farming communities along the Rio Grande de Matagalpa in Nicaragua. Torrential rains destroyed crops, killed livestock, and left families
In the village of Villa Linda, Guatemala, the future isn’t something you wait for—it’s something you grow every day, with small hands and big decisions.
High in the mountains of Unión Cantinil, Guatemala, lie the villages of Las Lomas, La Nueva Independencia, and El Triunfo. Here, families have long lived
In Ulu, a semi-arid community where farming and livestock rearing are often challenged by unpredictable rainfall, residents are finding new ways to thrive. Recently, 61
The Ulu community faces unique challenges. Located in a semi-arid region, rainfall is unreliable, making agriculture difficult. Currently, three private boreholes provide water to nearly
The school bell rings in Mutirithia, Kenya, but not every child is ready to learn. Many walk long distances, arrive thirsty, and face classrooms without
Kennedy’s journey shows the lasting impact of sponsorship. Growing up in a small Kenyan village, he faced obstacles many of us could barely imagine: long
For most children, the first day of school means sharpened pencils, new shoes, and a nervous smile. But for a child living in extreme poverty,
School is back in session here in the U.S., but at 410 Bridge, the work—and the opportunity to serve—never slows down. Teams are regularly traveling
In the heart of Vista Hermosa, surrounded by mountains and hope, there is a community that refuses to give up. The community of Altamira has
At just 28 years old, Ingri is already a powerful force for change in her community of Nueva Independencia. A wife, a mother, and a
Two years ago, in a small community in Guatemala, a group of women and two gentlemen took a bold step of faith. They didn’t have
In the remote villages along the rivers of Nicaragua, life is changing—and not for the better.
Recent floods have devastated entire communities, displacing families, destroying
When Edy Josué Ruiz arrived at the rehabilitation center in 2018, his life was marked by loneliness and the pain of his father’s absence. He
In the highlands of La Nueva Independencia, lives Doña Everarda Carrillo Velasquez, a 67-year-old woman whose life has been shaped by hard work, unshakable faith,
Across the hills and valleys of rural Guatemala, you’ll find classrooms filled with potential. Children eager to learn. Teachers devoted to their calling. Communities that
In the rural community of El Pajal, Guatemala, education has long faced an uphill battle. For many teachers and students, the lack of basic classroom
In a sea of short-term mission options, it’s easy to get swept up in hype. You pack bags, raise funds, and pray hard—but how often
Two years ago, our partnership with the Kiu community officially came to an end—but the story didn’t stop there. In fact, it was just the
In the vibrant, close-knit community of Rancho Viejo, Guatemala, joy was overflowing as students, teachers, parents, and community leaders came together to celebrate a moment
In the heart of Vista Hermosa, Guatemala, something extraordinary is unfolding.
Recently, the community of El Mirador gathered with joyful hearts to celebrate the inauguration
In the heart of Ulu, Kenya, something extraordinary is happening. It’s not a new school building or a groundbreaking technology—it’s something much simpler, yet profoundly
Ronaldo Solís Gómez, a 47-year-old man from Aldea El Triunfo, Guatemala, has faced many challenges in life that have tested his resilience and strength. From
Every year on April 10th, we celebrate 410 Day—a day where we come together to support communities in need and fuel sustainable, Christ-centered transformation. This
We have an exciting announcement — for the very first time, you can now sponsor a child in the Dominican Republic through 410 Bridge!
Child
We have some incredible news to share—The 410 Bridge is thrilled to welcome Mission: Hope into our family! For years, both of our organizations have
We are pleased to announce Chris Joiner as the new CEO of The 410 Bridge!
Chris has served our organization for more than two
We couldn’t be more thrilled to share this exciting news with you!
410 Bridge is expanding into Indonesia, Nicaragua, and the Dominican Republic! This monumental
This season, inspired by the words of Isaiah 54:2, we’re embracing what we’re calling our Season of Expansion.
“Enlarge the place of your tent, stretch
Exciting progress is underway in Kahuria Community! Recently, 43 trainees graduated from a four-week Business Skills Training (BST) program, equipping them with the tools they
This month, we celebrated an incredible milestone at Mugaa Primary School—the completion of a brand-new 3-classroom block equipped with 120 lockers. This achievement is a
For 410 Bridge, Giving Tuesday isn’t just a single day of giving but a powerful reminder that transformation requires collective effort. When you support organizations
We’re thrilled to share some exciting news from Kamaku Primary School in Ulu Community! Thanks to the generosity of our donors and partners, a brand-new
Despite the community’s green landscape due to its Mediterranean climate and proximity to Mt. Kenya, access to clean and safe water has been a long-standing
The last term of the year in Kenya is usually met with mixed reactions. Every high school student is excited and counting down to their
In the heart of Las Lomas, Huehuetenango, Filogonio Figueroa, a devoted father of three, once found himself at a crossroads. Economic hardships and a lack
The start of a new school year is always a mix of excitement and challenge. For parents, it means getting everything ready—purchasing school supplies, organizing
We are thrilled to announce a fantastic addition to our 410 Bridge team – John Fosdick as our new Senior Relationship Officer! With a wealth
The 410 Bridge is thrilled to announce its nomination for the 2025 True Inspiration Awards by Chick-fil-A. This esteemed recognition celebrates our commitment to serving
The most difficult part of preparing for a mission trip usually isn’t learning a new language or adapting to a different culture. The hardest part
Do you want to be a part of what God is doing in a different country and culture?
Do you want to help those
Our partnership with Kiu community started way back in 2009 making it one of the first communities to partner with the 410 Bridge since its
I work with the 410 Bridge under the Education Program as the Sponsorship Coordinator. In the Education Program we work with public schools in all
410 Day – happening on April 10th – is an annual fundraising day for our 410 Bridge community to celebrate and continue making a difference
Happening on April 10th each year, 410 Day is an annual day of generous giving for our 410 Bridge community. We take this day each
Agreeing to go on a mission trip can incite a range of emotions. Maybe excitement, fear, uncertainty, and anticipation, to name a few. But outside
As the holiday season approaches, our hearts turn towards gratitude and the spirit of giving. One remarkable day that embodies this is Giving Tuesday, a
As we look back on this year, we are proud to remember how the community of Kiu, Kenya recently graduated from their partnership with 410
Mzee Eldad Kabinga is over 80 years old and cares for his last-born son, who recently completed high school, in Tumutumu, Kenya. He is a
“If I could tell 410 partners one thing it would be……..” blog by Lucy Andrew, our Kenya Sponsorship Coordinator My journey with the 410 Bridge
Our team from Faith Promise Church (Knoxville) chose these three words to tell our story about our journey to the village of Irigithathi, Kenya. The
We asked the team in Kenya to share about their upcoming general elections. Fred Mwashimba, our Trips and Logistics Manager in Kenya, gives us a
I have been sitting here staring at the screen trying to come up with the words to write down to capture just an ounce of the
Our 410 Bridge team in Kenya held their first-ever Community Service Day on April 8th in the community of Tumutumu. This was a special time for
In the midst of our affluent Western homes, societies, and lifestyles, we all think we have a pretty clear understanding of what poverty is and
Chembulet, Kenya The landscape of Chembulet is beautiful with rolling fields of wheat and barley, situated in the Central Rift Valley near the border of
My eye-opening interview with 410 Bridge alumni Victoria Mutua Written by Brittany Weibenga When Victoria reached the seventh grade, she was at the top
My eye-opening interview with 410 Bridge alumni Victoria Mutua Written by Brittany Weibenga Although Victoria was still a young child, she was responsible for
For many of us living in the United States, a Guatemalan Christmas may appear to be very similar to our traditional Thanksgiving Day Parade. The
If you’ve ever seen the movie Elf, you may be able to recall the scene where Buddy the Elf decorates the entire shopping mall floor
Every year, all across the globe, children anxiously await the arrival of jolly ol’Saint Nicholas gliding through the skies guided by his magical reindeer-led sleigh.
I remember it like it was yesterday. If I close my eyes, I can still smell the musky scent of dirt in the air and
Kiu, Kenya is one of the first communities The 410 Bridge began working in. “Kiu” means “thirsty” in Swahili, and the area is semiarid. When
Throughout the pandemic, we brainstormed numerous ways we could keep our communities abroad and churches here in the U.S, connected. With the help of our
Our Business Start-up Training (BST) helps men and women in our communities learn how to start or strengthen a business, so that they can not
Back in 2019, our team set out on a trip to meet a young girl named Allison. Allison and her family live in Rancho Viejo,
You’ve heard the saying “water changes everything”….well thats because it’s really does. Clean water doesn’t just help stop water borne illnesses, it can transform a
We are excited to announce that the Health Clinic in Rancho Viejo, Guatemala is finally complete! Please read this awesome update from Carlos Soto, our
The Foundations for Farming training in Chembulet community kicked off on February 1st and lasted through the month with 40 community members from Chembulet actively
As many of you may know, Chembulet’s road to clean water was a long one. They faced many challenges when drilling and trying to find
Please join us for one of two Zoom calls to receive an update on the future of our work in the Southern coastal corridor of
Our three newest community partnerships come to you from the San Martin region of Guatemala. One of these newest communities is called El Rosario. El
Our three newest community partnerships come to you from the San Martin region of Guatemala. One of these newest communities is called San José. San
Our three newest community partnerships come to you from the San Martin region of Guatemala. One of these newest communities is called Chipila. Chipila has
During the pandemic, it was very clear that our Business Start-up Training was going to be put to the test. What we taught, how we
Check out this video below to hear how the Pastors in Mugaa community have benefitted from a bible distribution and Pastors Training. Helping the local
Check out Stephen’s story below and how water, and what he has learned through the various trainings he has taken part in, is not only
We all know 2020 was difficult in a multitude of ways. 2021 is beginning more hopeful….but it is not necessarily different than how 2020 finished.
We think these photos speak for themselves, so we will let them – but first….THANK YOU! To our partners, to our trip participants, and to
One of the most important things we do when entering a new community is building a strong and solid foundation with the local leaders. The
Huge steps have been made to making safe water more readily available to the entire community. Ndibai already had safe water and a tower was
Recently, our Kenyan Staff saw an opportunity to engage students in Irigithathi in a big way! This last year has been taxing on students, teachers,
We are excited to share a big win for Kahuria Community! A brand new classroom block was recently finished which not only created more conducive
We are thankful for the generosity you have shown towards the Mutirithia community over the last few months. We are amazed by the dedication of
At the end of 2020, 3 Kenyan communities held sport camps for secondary school students. The camps were facilitated by FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes.)
We are excited to share some recent updates from the Rancho Viejo community. As a country, Guatemala has been locked down since March of 2020.
Progress is continuing to be made in Chembulet community! As you may know, it has been a difficult journey to find safe drinking water in
This year has thrown the world for a loop. As a community development organization that exists to help people lift themselves from extreme poverty, we’ve
During this time in history, we have been given the opportunity to innovate how we serve and love one another. Thanks to the generosity of
Thanks to the generosity of our partners and the dedication of the Ndibai Leadership Council and the 410 Bridge staff, there is really amazing work
During this time in history, we are experiencing opportunities to innovate how we serve and love one another. Thanks to the generosity of our partners
This month, four communities in Kenya were able to participate in a BST online mentorship program. Not only were trainees able to talk about their
During this time in history, the world is experiencing opportunities to innovate how we serve and love one another. Thanks to the generosity of our
This week, we wanted to continue to update you with the most important information we know about how COVID-19 is affecting our communities, but we
Over the last two weeks, our global team has been working tirelessly to reach our communities with food, education materials, megaphones – used for socially
During this time in history, the world is experiencing opportunities to innovate how we serve and love one another. Thanks to the generosity of our
During this time in history, the world is experiencing opportunities to innovate how we serve and love one another. Thanks to the generosity of our
During this time in history, the world is experiencing opportunities to innovate how we serve and love one another. Thanks to the generosity of our
During this time in history, the world is experiencing opportunities to innovate how we serve and love one another. Thanks to the generosity of our
During this time in history, the world is experiencing opportunities to innovate how we serve and love one another. Thanks to the generosity of our
During this time in history, the world is experiencing opportunities to innovate how we serve and love one another. Thanks to the generosity of our
Thank you all so much for your continued support of our COVID-19 Relief Plan, for praying over our communities and our staff, and for checking
Thank you to everyone who continues to tune-in and watch our COVID-19 video updates. They are packed with information on what is happening in each
As of today, thousands of Food Supply Kits have been distributed to families in Kenya, Guatemala, and Haiti because of your generosity! Thank you! Due
We are actively trying to keep our 410 Family, partners, supporters and prayer warriors up to date with each thing we learn as it comes
Hello, 410 Family, Each day, even each hour, we learn new information about how COVID-19 is affecting our communities and countries we work in. Below
As things progress around the world and in the countries where we serve as 410 Bridge, we want to be proactive in keeping all of
This is a raw report from our Kenya 410 Bridge Staff. The Discovery Kids program focuses on discipeling and mentoring young children from our local
This is a raw report sent to us by our Kenya 410 Bridge Staff. In February 2020, a Foundations for Farming training was held for
We are excited to get Discovery Kids officially launched in Tumutumu and Irigithathi, Kenya! The program focuses on discipling and mentoring young students from the
In late 2019, our 410 Bridge Kenya office implemented a Foundations for Farming course in Chembulet community. First starting with a demo plot, teaching the
This update comes straight from our staff in Guatemala! Community: Las Lomas, Union Cantinil, Huehuetenango Project/Programs Currently Running: Round tables with Guatemala Próspera. Organizational strengthening Latest update for
Community: Vista Hermosa, Union Cantinil, Huehuetenango Project/Programs Currently Running: Kids with special needs Sponsorship program Education Sponsorship program Angel´s House Project Round tables with Guatemala Próspera. Health Clinic
This update is straight from our staff in Guatemala! Project/Programs Currently Running: Round tables with Guatemala Próspera Organizational Strengthening Latest update for the community as
This is an update straight from our staff in Guatemala! Project/Programs Currently Running: Restrooms project at El Triunfo, Primary School. Round tables with Guatemala Próspera.
Fond Baptiste is a community in the St. Marc region of Haiti that was desperate for water with an estimated 500 households and 4,000 people
This is an update straight from our staff in Guatemala! Project/Programs Currently Running: Kids with special needs Sponsorship program Education Sponsorship program Margarita´s House Project
This update comes straight from our staff in Haiti. Project / Programs Currently Running: Sponsorship program Savings Group Training on sustainable development Build program Pisciculture
Edith’s story is one of courage, humility, and strong personal character. Noticed amongst her community as a leader and go getter, the Business Start-up Training
This is an update straight from our Haiti staff. Project / Programs Currently Running: Sponsorship program Saving Groups Latest update for the community as a
This update came straight from our Haitian staff. Project / Programs Currently Running: Water project Sponsorship program BST training WASH training Latest update for the
This is a photo update straight from our staff in Kenya. Thank you to everyone who supports the Kiu community and has contributed to making
This is an update straight from our Haiti Staff. Project / Programs Currently Running: Implementation of the drinking water system Latest update for the
This is an update straight from our 410 Bridge Haiti Staff. Project / Programs Currently Running: Water project Discovery Kids School garden Latest update for
This is an update straight from our 410 Bridge Kenya Staff. Discovery Kids The Kahuria Discovery Kids launch took place last week! Bibles were distributed
Water The community has spearheaded the digging, trenching and laying of pipes for distribution of water further to the community members. Ndibai community created an
This update is straight from our 410 Bridge Haitian Staff. Project / Programs Currently Running: Sponsorship program Water project Savings and Credit Ministry BST program
This community update is straight from our 410 Bridge Staff in Haiti Project / Programs Currently Running: Water project Sponsorship program Goat project Economic development Cow project
This is a Piatre community report straight from our Haitian Staff… Project / Programs Currently Running: Savings and credit ministry Sponsorship program Training on sustainable
This is an update on Morency, Haiti, straight from our Haitian staff… Projects / Programs Currently Running: Water project Sponsorship program Goat project Economic development
This is a community update straight from our staff in Haiti! Project / Programs Currently Running: Water project Sponsorship program Hope Savings Group Discovery kids
This is an update straight from our Haiti staff. Project / Programs Currently Running: Sponsorship program Hope Savings Group Water Project Build training for pastors
Summer for The 410 Bridge means trips are in full swing and there are a lot of logistics that go into embarking on a trip
We wanted to update all of our trip participants and people who are invested in and support Chembulet community, that Mr. Vincent Ruto a member
We wanted to send an update to all of our trip participants and people who are investing in and are praying for the community of
Three of our Nairobi-based staff; Edwin, Shadrack, and Samson traveled to Tumutumu to do follow-ups on our Foundations for Farming (F4F) Program. They completed the
The following is an update from Edwin Indeche, our Agronomist & Foundations for Farming (F4F) Trainer in Kenya. What is the main purpose of this
The update below is from Margaret Wamithi, our Education Program Assistant in Kenya! “This past Spring, we visited the community of Kahuria. The purpose for
Recently, a team of pastors from Monroe, Louisiana travel to Kenya, where they, along with Samson, our Discipleship Coordinator in Kenya, facilitated a 3-day conference
An awesome success for Mivukoni and Mataka communities in Kenya! Our Business Start-up Trainer, Micah, launched this joint course with both communities at the beginning of April with more than 50 trainees
An awesome success for Mivukoni and Mataka communities in Kenya! Our Business Start-up Trainer, Micah, launched this joint course with both communities at the beginning of April with more than 50 trainees
“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” 1 Peter 4:10 Miss
The goal: Bringing reliable clean and reliable water to the Tumutumu community. As many communities do, Leadership councils and community members decide that water is
Business Start-Up Training (BST) is an incredible program where people learn skills and strategies for starting small businesses. Ndibai has been able to receive a
Business Start-Up Training (BST) is an incredible program where people learn skills and strategies for starting small businesses. Ndibai has been able to receive a
The idea of building maternal health shelters was an idea that was created by the women in our communities who wanted to come up with
You have seen many incredible updates regarding Bibles, Textbook Distribution, and Water, but one of the most incredible stories that has happened in Chembulet is
Discipleship August 2017 120 Members of the Kiria commuity participated in a discipleship training program. The main purpose of this activity was to share the love
“The programs of The 410 Bridge are the fruit of relationship that we build on both sides of the Bridge.”Kurt Kandler, Executive Director Today, I’m
Here in North America, we get the incredible opportunity to have access to further our education through Universities, Colleges, and Vocational Schools. Young adults in
Check out this update from our good friend Jen Ayres from one of Monarch’s church partners! Our team of 7 had a very fruitful trip
Trips season is coming up quickly and that means fundraising is in full swing! Our good friend & 410 advocate Jenny wrote a blog to
Hear from the teachers and students at LLmejoole Primary School, about their desk distribution and how this is going to improve the quality of education
Textbooks mean BIG things for students everywhere! The quality of education will improve, which will improve test scores and give more hope to these students
Guest Blogger: Jenny Godwin Going to Piatre, Haiti opened the eyes of 8 women in ways they never expected. They said “yes” in obedience trusting
This is what the power of love looks like. Thank you to everyone who loves and supports Chembulet community and to everyone who helped this
Check out this update on education in Mivukoni community! Thank you to everyone who supports and loves Mivukoni! Your generosity is creating change in the
Check out this update from Ndibai community and see how the Pastors Training is impacting the leaders in the community. Thank you to everyone who
It’s so incredible for us to receive updates from our communities that talk about how an individual has been impacted by a program. Check out
Check out Segera’s progress towards becoming more sustainable. Thank you to everyone who supports and loves Segera community, we couldn’t do what we do without
Check out how Foundations for Farming is making an impact on the lives of the community members in Kiu! Thank you to everyone who loves
Check out how young James in Ngaamba community is doing after his heart surgery! Thank you to everyone who met James and has been praying
Why should you go? Why raise the money? Why travel half way around the world? Why put yourself outside of your comfort zone? When we
Check out the latest update and what is going on in Karima Community. Thank you to everyone who supports and prays for the development journey
We love receiving updates like this from our in-country staff about people who have had their lives transformed. Watch this video and listen to Agnes’
Check out how access to clean water is transforming the Ngaamba region! Thank you to everyone who partners with and prays for our brothers and
Check out this update from a Kiria Community member and how our Business Start-up Training is impacting him and his family’s life. Thank you to
Awesome news from Kahuria! The construction of a new block of three classrooms at Mikaro Primary School has been completed in Kahuria, Kenya! The community
We are really grateful for our partner, North Point Community Church and Scott Harrison Founder of charity: water, for bringing awareness to the global water crisis last Sunday at
Check out the update below from our Entrepreneurship Officer, Patrick Mwai, speaking about different sustainability projects happening in Kiu and how they are positively impacting
The Greenhouse Farming activity is an income-generating activity for Mivukoni Primary School to ensure that the school sustains education programs using the funds generated from
We wanted to share with a pretty awesome update we received from Ndibai community! The water project has been running smoothly even with increased water
Soin Primary School in Chembulet recently received text books for their students in Class 8. Previously, the ratio of textbooks to students was 1:10 and
Check out this update from our Director of International Programs, James Ward. There are a lot of exciting things happening in the community of Maniche
A lot of exciting things are happening in the community of Cercady, including advances in agriculture and the launching of summer camps for children! Thank
Listen to James Ward, our Director of International Programs, give an update on Chadirac, Haiti, and all of the exciting things happening in that community.
Check out this update from our Director of International Programs, James Ward. Thank you to everyone who partners with and supports the community of Maliarette.
When we launched the Chicken & Egg Initiative post Hurricane Matthew, the goal was to help get families back on their feet again by doing
For those of you not familiar with jiggers, they are small sand fleas that burrow most frequently into a humans hands or feet. It is
It has been a long time coming for Kiu in regards to getting clean drinking water to the community, but it has finally happened! The
Excited things are happening in Karima community in regards to water! The community has recently began a project with the goal of distributing water from
New update from Patrick Mwai, our Entrepreneurship Officer about the ongoing fish farming project in Tumutumu! Watch the video below to hear an update on
New update from our Entrepreneurship Officer, Patrick Mwai on a big project for The Blessed Hands Knitters in Karogoto, Kenya! Check out the video below
We love hearing stories of transformation happening in individual families and in communities at large. Foundations for Farming has been a program that has consistently
A very exciting update from Soin Primary School in Chembulet, Kenya, where the school now has resources to begin improving the quality of education! Thank
Check out this exciting update from Segera, where a new group of students just completed another Business Start-up Training course. If you are interested in
A school block containing 3 classrooms at Ole Sultan Primary School in Ndibai is now complete! This block is now ready to be used during
Check out this beautiful new school block in Monarch! It contains four classrooms that the students in the community are already taking full advantage of
The damage from Hurricane Matthew was immense and unlike anything we had ever seen before, devastating many 410 Bridge communities in southern Haiti. We knew
Our staff has been hard at work in southern Haiti distributing chickens as part of our post-Hurricane Matthew rehabilitation plan. The distributions we have held
“I didn’t have my first pair of shoes until I was in secondary school. Even then, they weren’t mine. I borrowed a pair from my
We are so proud of our 410 Bridge Sponsorship Program alumni and how they’re using their gifts to give back. They’re truly breaking cycles of
In honor of International Women’s day on March 8th, we’re taking the month of March to honor 410 Bridge women. Throughout the month, we’ll be
Ndibai community in Kenya recently completed their clean water project! Watch this video update and hear from Anthony Nginya, the Leadership Council Chairman, about this
Maggie Wanja is our 410 Bridge Kenya Health Coordinator and has been making big strides throughout her time with us to train as many women
Foundations for Farming in Ngaamba community has, no doubt, been one of the most excited projects to watch the progress on. The landscape has transformed
Watch this 2016 recap of the economic growth in Tumutumu and Karogoto, Kenya. Patrick Mwai is our 410 Bridge Kenya Entrepreneurship officer and has been
At the end of 2016, a textbook distribution was held at Ole Sultan Primary school in the community of Ndibai. Thank you to all child
Each person we met in Haiti shares one thing in common. As they brave the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew, their resilience is unwavering. We’re captivated,
The story below comes from a woman named Wadley. Here at 410, we consider her to be a hero, Wadley doesn’t consider herself a hero
Have you ever been to a nursing home, or elsewhere, and met an elderly person who claimed to be some outstanding number of years old?
Lovindi is an adorable, handsome little baby who enjoys attention. As him and his mother Jean made their way through the lines of the Kalapa
The photo below was my very first interaction with Aline. She asked me to take her photo, I complied, and this is the face she
Leona’s baby was the youngest I’d seen at the clinic. Tiny and calm, she looked like she could be less than a month old. It
Our second day of the medical clinic started off in a swirl of commotion, with a bigger crowd than the day before. The doctor and
35-year-old Carty Denis and her baby son, Stanley Fortune, and her seven other children are living in a school in Port-a-Piment as they brave the
This fall, a text book distribution took place at Kahara Primary School in Karogoto. Here are some updates of thanks from the teachers and students
Thanks to Tim, who went to Haiti on a Medical Relief trip with us last week, for sharing some of his experiences. We’re thankful to
One of the best parts about being involved with The 410 Bridge is seeing the way God uses this ministry to connect people all over
An update from Kurt Kandler, our Executive Director: Our Relief teams are hard at work and making a huge impact in our communities. Last week,
An update from James Ward, our Director of International Programs, who is in Haiti this week with our in-country staff: We have lots going on
Some reflections from Elisa Allred. Elisa is the U.S. Director of the Daraja Children’s Choir of Africa, a ministry of The 410 Bridge. We love
Thank you for your prayers, love, and support for Haiti in the aftermath and devastation of Hurricane Matthew. Because of your generosity, we’ve been able
An update from Kurt Kandler, Executive Director of The 410 Bridge: [This update is lengthy and summarizes where we currently are and where we’re headed
Exciting things are underway with Morency’s water project! A reservoir, valve boxes, and distribution kiosks have been constructed. The community also came together to form
We loved reading about Claire’s trip to Figuier! Have a story to share? Send it to us at stories@410bridge.org. When we first arrived in Figuier,
We love hearing from trip participants. Thanks, Caroline, for reminding us how quickly relationships can be formed. Read some highlights from her trip below! On one
Thanks to Leila for making our day! We loved hearing about her recent trip to Haiti. If I could sum up my trip to Haiti
Read some excerpts about Gregory’s recent trip to Ndibai, Kenya! We love hearing trip participants’ stories… send us yours on our Submit Your Story page.
Hearing stories from our trip participants is the best! Read some highlights from Jenny’s recent trip to Camp Mary, Haiti. I have been to Haiti
Read all about Jennifer’s first mission trip! Thanks for sharing your story with us, Jennifer. Share your story with us here! This was my very
[The following report is from our Kenyan agronomy team about our Foundations for Farming initiative in Ngaamba. It’s in raw form so please pardon any
We love hearing stories from trip participants! Here are some highlights from Dietra’s recent trip to Ndibai, Kenya. I met Dorcas the first day in
Read some highlights from Heather’s recent trip to Ndibai, Kenya! Spoiler alert: these sponsorship stories will steal your heart. Have a story to share?! Send
This month, church leaders and volunteers from our communities in Haiti gathered together for Rejoice Program training! Lead by Fabnise, our Haiti Sponsorship Coordinator, they
We LOVE hearing stories from people who go on trips with us! Read about Lisa’s trip to the Segera area in Kenya below… Thanks for
The following report is from from Maggie, our Community Health Coordinator in Kenya. It’s in raw form so please pardon any language or grammatical variations…
A small look into our Maternal Healthcare Programs that take place in 410 Bridge Communities. Without our dedicated staff, like Maggie, across all of the countries
This past February, 197 young girls living in 410 Bridge communities, received a years supply of sanitary towels. Many female students living in developing nations
“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” [Galatians 6:2] There are often instances in 410 Bridge communities
This week’s guest blog comes from 410 Bridge trip participant, Sam Serio, who took a unique journey that led to Kaihura, Uganda with a team from Emmaus
The following article was recently published by a media source in the Oxford, Mississippi area, and has been repurposed for The 410 Bridge blog. Read more about
Just last week, a team of high school students visited the communities of Piatre and Camp Marie in Haiti. Today’s story comes from trip participant, Jamie Williamson.
Today’s guest blog post highlights our friend and partner in healthy global missions, Paul McGuinness, from our partner church, Parker Hill Community Church in Pennsylvania.
This week’s guest blog post comes from a Kiu, Kenya trip participant. Enjoy! I don’t know if you have ever been at a point in
Today there are exactly 2 weeks until Christmas Day! For some of us, that invokes an increased level of anxiety. For others, a deeper breath.
In Isaiah 55, God so clearly laid out his intentions for His people (that’s us too!) when He said: “Listen to me, listen well: Eat
As we draw near to the end of this first day of December – a month that holds so much HOPE for us who believe –
In Isaiah 55, God so clearly laid out his intentions for His people (that’s us too!) when He said: “Listen to me, listen well: Eat
Seasons. They are a natural part of our journey with Christ, just as they are with the earth we inhabit. We are looking up from
This week we will hear from a guest blogger who recently visited her 410 Bridge sponsored child in the 410 community of Kaihura, Uganda. Meet
Today, we are thanking God for His fruit of faithfulness, for we have certainly seen it lived out in a dear servant of 410 Bridge,
Today we pause to honor and celebrate the life of a dear friend of The 410 Bridge and Canopy Life Academy, Angie Bevilacqua. Angie went
As we live fully this last day of 2014, we reflect on all that God has done and we lean in to a new year
It has been said that life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall. The season brings a richer sense of expectation,
Today, we celebrated our friend and colleague Shem Odhiambo receiving his U.S. Citizenship, after living nearly six years in Georgia. Shem currently serves at The
In 2012, the people of Kaihura, Uganda invited us to join with them in developing a Leadership Council and begin work on sustainable projects in
Many often ask the question of the true impact short-term mission trips can make on a community or country that seems to have such immense
If going on a mission trip to Uganda is on your bucket list, NOW is the time to take that step! Or maybe you have
What an incredible privilege it is to connect our children and their sponsors and for them to share their stories. This week, we would like
Today’s guest post is from Mary Kate Richardson, of NewSpring Church in South Carolina. She tells us of the blessing of meeting her sponsored child,
We are currently seeking a Marketing & Communications Manager to join our team! The MarCom Manager is responsible for and committed to crafting our message,
We are super excited to announce a new program for student ministries, schools, small groups, etc. Anyone can join!! 410 for 410! Check
Ysmich Auguste is our newest Community Child Advocate (CCA) for the community of Chadirac. Ysmich will be working with the children and families in our
We are excited to share with you a life-changing opportunity for students in Kenya! A total of 139 students from 410 Bridge communities qualified and were accepted to
As the olympics get underway, we’re reminded that underneath all our differences and divides, we long to be connected to each other. Around the world.
Please join us in welcoming the newest member of the 410 Sponsorship Program, Danielle Cruz! Danielle has taken the roll of Sponsorship Program Coordinator,
Meet Masyuko, a first grader at Uvunye Primary School in Ngaamba. Masyuko is one of the many Kenyan children available for sponsorship with The 410
Res-o-lu-tion n. a firm decision to do something Re-solve v. to solve a problem, or to find a satisfactory way of dealing with an issue
“If You Want to be a Leader, You Must First be a Servant” This was the foundation of Daniel Rouzier’s training at the Global Leadership
The gift of livestock can mean many things to a family in need: improved health, a source of income, and an education, but it can
Christmas is less than a week away! Can you believe it? Are you finding yourself in a last minute frenzy searching for the perfect gift?
Have a new year’s resolution coming? Want to go on a mission trip? Take a look at our Open trips in 2014! Open Trips An
Today’s guest blog is by Marty Vance from Lucia Baptist Church. Why Haiti? Why Kenya? Why go on a short term mission trip to any
What if, instead of giving another gift card, you could give someone the gift of health? Anna is a 57-year old woman. Her family lives
Calling all Grandparents, Aunts, and Uncles! Are you finding that shopping for your teenage grandchild, niece or nephew is more challenging the older they get?
The following story, courtesy of Farm Radio Weekly, is the incredible, life changing story of Mrs. Teresia Muthumbi, a small-scale farmer in Kenya. She received
My husband and I are blessed beyond measure, as are our friends. Last year for Christmas, we wanted to find a way to honor our
The water storage tank at Kiria Primary School, that began construction in June, is complete! With the completion of this tank, and the expansion of
Still looking for the perfect gift for someone special? For $35 a month, you can sponsor a child in your loved one’s name and give
Are you struggling with gift ideas this Christmas? Why not give the gift that keeps giving? The gift of livestock can provide an individual and/or
The pastors of Chadirac attended the Pastors’ Conference hosted by The 410 Bridge in August and, when they returned to the community, they began teaching
You may be asking yourself “Why livestock? What difference can that gift really make?” Joyce Waruguru is 32 years old. She is a widow and
Kwambekenya and Karima pastors held an interdenominational fellowship at Kwambekenya Stadium. This fellowship crusade was a big milestone for Kwambekenya; for sometime now, the pastors
This week, we have a special guest post by one of our child sponsors, who was able to visit her sponsored child in Michura, Kenya.
We are excited to introduce our new Community Child Advocate in the community of Bohoc, Haiti. Fabnise will be serving as a direct connection between
The pastors have decided to hold one joint crusade per month hosted by the churches of Karogoto; they have decided to host the crusades in
We are deeply saddened this morning by the passing of a dear friend of the 410 Bridge family and a faithful women of God. Salome
We are excited to share part 2 of Melissa Edge’s blog journey to Uganda. You can follow Melissa’s story and her beautiful life insights on
The children of Kawira received Bibles in September! They are carrying them to church and school, and many of them have been reading their Bible
The following is a blog from one of our trip participants, Melissa Edge. You can learn more about her personal journey from her blog: Loving
The Daraja Children’s Choir of Africa is one month into their Fall tour! Its been amazing so far with events in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland,
This week, we have a special guest post by one of our child sponsors, who was able to visit her sponsored child in Michura, Kenya.
September was an AMAZING month for Maliarette, Haiti! The community’s water project is complete!! There is now safe water available in Maliarette! In addition to
The pastors from Ngaamba and Kiu participated in a two-day workshop. The theme of this workshop was “Back to the Bible.” The pastors discussed the
We finally have some great shots to share with you from our ImagiNations event in Scranton PA this past Monday! What an inspiring night! Daraja
Today, Daraja Choir got to see NYC, Lady Liberty, Ellis Island and Hudson Bay. Thank you to ALL who made this possible!
A Youth Conference was held at Endana Secondary School where over 160 youth from local churches attended. The topics taught were dreams and vision, education
If you are sponsoring a child through The 410 Bridge, please raise your hand! Ok, just kidding. But seriously, we are big fans of YOU!
The Ebenezer Church of Bohoc held a Youth Conference in late August. There were 250 youth in attendance from the Bohoc community and churches, as
The 410 Bridge is continuing to monitor the situation at Nairobi’s Westgate Mall in Kenya. Our Kenyan staff are keeping us up to date, multiple times each
The youth have become more involved in their churches; they have been attending Sunday school every week & many have joined the church choirs. They
Next week on September 23, we will hosting the 5th Annual 410 Bridge Golf Classic at the exclusive Hawks Ridge Golf Club! You won’t want to
In late August, Woody Cadet, The 410 Bridge Community Coordinator for Chadirac & Agronomist, hosted compost training for Chadirac farmers. The training focused on how
In just two weeks, we will hosting the 5th Annual 410 Bridge Golf Classic! The tournament will be September 23, 2013 at the exclusive Hawks Ridge
In case you missed the Daraja blog post this week… here’s an amazing update on their adventures with Duck Dynasty!… As many of our followers
The Segera Preachers Fellowship hosted a Youth Conference in August. The conference focused on engaging the youth in outreach programs. They also held baptisms and
In just a few weeks, we will be launching our Events season at The 410 Bridge! If you are in the Atlanta area, please be
We have quite a few exciting things going on in the U.S. this fall!! If you are in the Atlanta area, please be sure to
We know the ministry of Daraja is made possible through incredible people like you, that we love to call family. The needs of Daraja Children’s Choir
The Maliarette Clean Water project is making great progress! The community has established the Water Committee and Promotion Team; the community and leadership training is
In the past few months, the pastors of Kiria have been holding prayer meetings and discovering new ways to reach more of their community. They
If you had the opportunity to experience a Daraja Choir concert this Summer, you know just how special these little ones are! This year’s choir
July was a quiet month in Cercady. The community has devoted themselves to The 410 Bridge Sponsorship Program; taking profile pictures and getting as many
This is a beautifully written blog post from a member of the Crosspointe team in Michura Kenya last week. Thank you Crosspointe for being an
You may have heard that there was a fire in the Nairobi International Airport that broke out early this morning. The fire is believed to
In early July, the community hosted a 3-day Pastors and Church Leaders Seminar. This seminar focused on empowering the church leaders to be more effective
The Daraja Children’s Choir of Africa departed this week for Uganda to spend a precious 6 weeks at home before returning for their Fall Tour.
As the Summer is winding down (is it really?!…where did time go?), we are in the process of saying goodbye to the wonderful people who
The first phase of the Kawira Water Project is complete! The community members are now able to pipe water to their farms and homesteads. The
Today’s trips highlight is from the New Hope Church team in Kiria, Kenya. If you’d like to follow their trip to the very end, check
One of the most rewarding moments in a sponsor’s life is when they receive a letter from their sponsored child. We encourage all of our
The community of Kwambekenya is doing extremely well! The big news in the past month involves clean water, the health clinic and classroom block construction!
The following is a blog written by trip leader Betsy Foy for the globalx blog. Thanks Betsy for serving so beautifully and partnering with 410
We have learned and seen that sponsorship has an incredible impact on the child, their family and their community. But, did you know that sponsorship
The Daraja Choir is having a blast kicking it around Florida as their final two weeks of summer tour set in. This weekend, they will
Breaking news! The College of Charleston’s basketball team visit to the 410 Bridge community of Leveque, Haiti is hitting the news!! Check it out… Script
The Living Water Treatment System (LWTS) in Chadirac continues to give the community clean water. The community members work together every day to keep their
Daraja Children’s Choir had a fabulous July 4th, celebrating with the community of West Monroe Louisiana, that is– Duck Dynasty Country. Thank you to all
There has been a lot of great things happening in Bohoc, Haiti the past month… Bohoc hosted a team from North Point Community Church in
Last week, 410 Bridge just sent the first team to a new community called Oban, Haiti. We are excited to report that the team was
It is the rainy season in Haiti, which means there is an increased risk of community members contracting cholera from unclean water. Fortunately, there has
The following is an update from the SeaCoast Church team in Leveque Haiti. You can follow the rest of their trip here. Day three in
WOW! Its going to be a busy week in our 410 Bridge communities in Kenya and Haiti! We have SEVEN teams on the ground in
So if you haven’t been following, Daraja Children’s Choir of Africa is making their rounds in the Southeast during their Summer tour! They’ve been really
When we first arrived in Endana, there was an existing water tank a few kilometers outside of the community in an area called Mbogoini; this
There are another 4 teams traveling this week… again 2 in Haiti and 2 in Kenya. We are so thankful for our international staff who
Daraja Children’s Choir of Africa is almost half way through their summer tour! Be sure to check out Daraja’s tour schedule and find a time
May was an exciting month for the community of Ereri! The parents of the local nursery school students have hired a new teacher for the
This week, we have FOUR teams ont he ground – 2 in Kenya and 2 in Haiti. A Memphis-area Chick-fila is taking a team to
We recently received this report from Cate, our Kenya education subject matter expert. She oversees the education programs in all of our communities. This was
We were so blessed to have Daraja in the 410 “hometown” of Atlanta this weekend. What an incredible encouragement as they worshipped at Grace Church
We are happy to announce the Karogoto Knitting Facility is now OPEN! The Grand Opening was held on May 25th and the women have moved
Our international staff are all taking a deep breath right now in preparation for the FOUR teams that will be leaving the U.S. this Thursday.
If going on a mission trip is on your bucket list, NOW is the time to take that step! Or maybe you have already experienced
We hope that you will join Daraja for a worship concert this summer or fall. We truly believe that the investment in their lives
Hi folks! LOTS of stuff going on in the trips world for 410 this week! We have 5 teams on the ground in Kenya and
This Sunday, June 2, the Daraja Children’s Choir of Africa will be here in Atlanta! Be sure to join us at Fellowship Christian School at
We hope North Carolina is enjoying the Daraja Choir! Here are the upcoming dates for this week’s concerts. Don’t miss tonight’s worship experience in Thomasvile
What 410Bridge Partners Are Saying – Pam from The 410 Bridge on Vimeo. Meet Pam Markley from CrossPointe Church, a 410 Bridge partner church
Our 2013 Daraja Children’s Choir of Africa wants to meet The Robertsons from Duck Dynasty! (and we had a lot of fun making the video!
This week we have one team on the ground as we warm up to the Short Term trip season this summer. 13 college students from
Hang on to your hats, North Carolina! Daraja Children’s Choir of Africa is headed your way! Here are their upcoming concerts for this week. We
Thank you to everyone who came to ImagiNations 2013. We LOVED seeing you there! We hope you were encouraged to GO BIG for God because
We are excited that so many of you have purchased a ticket to our event tomorrow night- ImagiNations: What Happens when Love Does. We want
Here is a sneak peak of what you will be experiencing when you come to ImagiNations: What Happens When Love Does on May 9th! Be
Bob Goff will be joining us on May 9th at ImagiNations, to be challenging YOUR imagination to dream about WHAT HAPPENS WHEN LOVE DOES!!. Get
Eddie Kirkland We are so excited to announce that Eddie Kirkland,
The Daraja Choir is excitedly gathering to start their training for their trip to the U.S. in just a few short weeks! We are beyond
We are more excited than you can imagine to announce that the Daraja Children’s Choir of Africa will be returning to the US in 2013!!
Endana Celebration from The 410 Bridge on Vimeo. Make a difference today in honor of World Water Day! Go to our website and help us
If going on a mission trip is on your bucket list, NOW is the time to take that step! Or maybe you have already experienced
We were so excited to participate in the DRIVE Conference at NorthPoint Community Church last night as they encourage and inspire thousands of church leaders.
It all started with a rather interesting message from our deaf pastor, Pastor William, in Leveque Haiti… Hi all world,now I see the throw in
Thank you so much to the 100+ leaders for our 2013 teams who came to Atlanta this past weekend for training and development! We enjoyed
The 2013 Daraja Children’s Choir of Africa have passports in hand and are eagerly awaiting their visas. Please be praying for this precious group of
Calling all sponsors!! We have an amazing opportunity to assist our children in Kenya in making it to High school. This year, we had over
We’ve been partnering with 410 Bridge in Karogoto, Kenya since 2007. It’s been thrilling to come alongside the leaders in that community and help them
It was a BIG weekend in the Leveque deaf community. William Saint Eloi and Berthide Cius were married on Saturday, Feb 2nd. The new Leveque
GREAT NEWS! The results for Kenya’s national 8th grade exam has come out and all of our communities have been doing PHENOMENAL. The average test
The final stages of the church construction are beginning as the roof goes up in the community of Leveque Haiti!
Yesterday, we told you about Ragan – one of our former Daraja Choir interns– and her amazing attitude of faith and generosity as she struggles
There are times in the 410 Bridge journey when there are almost no words for our amazement at what God is doing… I think this
One of the things we love about what we do at 410 Bridge is the amazing connections that happen when a church community partners long-term
As a child, I have always wanted to go on a mission trip. I have dreamed of helping others in many places. I wanted to
the final Post from Kaylin Spink: One of the highlights of our trip was for our teammate Mary to meet her two BrightPoint students she
Today’s post is a “my 410 moment” from Kaylin Spink who visited Karagoto this holiday: When I arrived in Karogoto, Kenya a few weeks ago,
Hello – I was part of the 10 person team who traveled to Bohoc, Haiti the day after Christmas for the Children’s camp and I
Last year our friends and partners at Choose to Invest hosted an event called Run for Orphans in Alpharetta, GA. The 2012 event was a huge
One of the organizations that 410 partners with in Haiti is Mission of Hope. They have been instrumental in our efforts to relocate a community
The 410 Bridge Trips Department is looking for an intern to serve with us during the summer of 2013! After reviewing the details below, if
As you know, Daraja means “bridge” in Kiswahili. Well, this week, some of our Daraja alumni encountered and overcame a pretty big “daraja” in real
This past week, my holiday team traveled with some of the Daraja Alumni to the Kitengela Glass facility. To be honest, my only hope was
This year at the Daraja Alumni Retreat, we tried something new and started focusing on the individual talents of the students. We offered different creative
Last week was the Daraja Alumni Retreat in Kenya… one of the highlights of my year! For the next few days, I’d love to share
This week there are several teams on the ground in Kenya. One of them has been doing a creativity track in Kawira, as well as
originally posted August 2009… Here are Why We Fight reasons 1-3 that James wrote on his recent trip to Kenya. Don’t forget to check out Part 1 and Part 2 for
This post was originally blogged in July of 2009. We are so thankful to an awesome God for all He’s taught us and done in
This week, as we lead into the new year, we are choosing some of our favorite past posts… reflecting on what we know and how
This week, as we reflect back on the year and years before… as we prepare for a new and exciting year of adventure with God,
This Christmas, give the gift of livestock to a family in Kenya… but also make a memory! Here is a step by step of how
The Christmas List is a program based on Isaiah 1:17 that provides sustainable income-generating livestock for the most needy families as identified by the Leadership
The Christmas List is a program based on Isaiah 1:17 that provides sustainable income-generating livestock for the most needy families as identified by the Leadership
Today is an exciting day! GA Gives Day is a special 24 hour online giving event and 410 Bridge is a proud participant. Check out our
Bible distribution continues in the community and schools of Karagoto! It is incredible to see the faces and pictures of all of you who gave
A: Everything was egg-cellent! The Christmas List is a program based on Isaiah 1:17 that provides sustainable income-generating livestock for the most needy families as
As the Bible distribution continues in Kawira, we really can’t thank all of the people who donated this past year to deliver Bibles to the
The long awaited Bibles were delivered at Ngaamba and Mwanyani Primary schools last week… ” with lots of joy and jubilation by the school” (as
What do cows get when they are sick? Hay fever! Alright, alright… Have you herd enough of these udderly ridiculous jokes?! Then check out http://410bridge.gostorego.com/
The Christmas List is a program based on Isaiah 1:17 that provides sustainable income-generating livestock for the most needy families as identified by the Leadership
Did you know you can provide sustainable income-generating livestock for the most needy families in our 410 Bridge communities in both Kenya and Haiti for
This Christmas, Spread the good MOOs! This program is based on Isaiah 1:17 and provides sustainable income-generating livestock for the most needy families as identified
The two most recent hurricanes have impacted our communities in Haiti. We are receiving reports of flooding, mudslides and impassable roads, which means limited access
The two most recent hurricanes have impacted our communities in Haiti. We are receiving reports of flooding, mudslides and impassable roads, which means limited access
My incredible journey with the 410 Bridge began January 17, 2012. First stop, Haiti service trips coordinator. I am the person that created your in country
Our final two Daraja spotlights of the week are Anthony Nganga (2009) and Rahab (2008). Both of these students will be sitting for the KCPE
Do you remember Kelvin and Julius from Daraja 2010 ? Well, Guess WHAT! They are moving up to High School this coming January! We are
Can you believe it? This year, we have over 20 Daraja Alumni moving from Primary School into Secondary School. When this happens, we try extra
We are so excited for the Daraja Alumni who are about to enter the 9th Grade!! In Kenya this is a HUGE deal…. even bigger
Just a reminder to all you golfers! We had to reschedule our 410 Bridge 4th Annual Golf Classic from its original date (October 1st) to
Lots of great projects are being completed in the community of Kiria, Kenya. Thanks to New Hope Church who recently visited and helped with some
Thanks to Dave, from NorthPoint church who shares his story with us today… About this time last year, I was attending church alone as usual.
Haiti Staff- Jedlain Geffrard from The 410 Bridge on Vimeo.
This week, 410 is featuring guest blogs from Newspring Church, one of our amazing church partners. Click Here to check out more about NewSpring. This post
This week, 410 is featuring guest blogs from Newspring Church, one of our amazing church partners. Click Here to check out more about NewSpring. Over the
This week, 410 is featuring guest blogs from Newspring Church, one of our amazing church partners. Click Here to check out more about NewSpring. This post
This week, 410 is featuring guest blogs from Newspring Church, one of our amazing church partners. Click Here to check out more about NewSpring. This
Thank you to Mira from Crosspointe Church who is our guest blogger today! So I’m back from Kenya and after a few days of decompressing
The people of Haiti may be poor, but in a way, we are poorer. The people living in the remote villages in Haiti may not
Can’t attend on October 1st? Be a Phantom Golfer! Maybe you live too far from Atlanta to come to our 4th Annual Golf Classic.
Check out our trip lists for 2013! If you didn’t have a chance to get to Kenya or Haiti this year, this is the perfect
My 16-year old son is a “highly functioning Asperger’s” child. That is what they have labeled him. I must admit I have been in the
There’s only two weeks left to get signed up for our 410 Bridge 4th Annual Golf Classic! We’d love to see you there and enjoy
Before going on our mission trip to Haiti with our youth ministry, I remember our youth minister, Andy Dykhouse, telling us that adults and teens
We’d love to see you at our upcoming golf tournament at the Golf Club of Georgia on October 1st, 2012! Please consider entering as a
We love Pastor Chavannes! Give us a comment or shout out if you love him too! HaitiBios-ChavannesFINAL from The 410 Bridge on Vimeo.
Kenya… It’s a place where love happens! Not the kind you’re used to! It’s something deeper! It’s breath taking, joyful, contagious, overwhelming, and I crave it!!!
We would love to see you and your friends at our upcoming 4th Annual Golf Classic on October 1, 2012 at the Golf Club of
You are invited to our 4th Annual 410 Bridge Golf Classic! We’d love for you and your friends to join us at the exclusive Golf
It’s amazing what partnership, faith and hard work can produce! Check out this short video on the Mwihoko Women’s group in Karima Kenya! WomensWeaving-v2-web preview
We received the following this morning from Kyle, on the ground in Haiti: All is calm down here now – many areas were flooded but
I’ve been in Kenya for about 7 months now, and I just came home a few weeks ago. This past Monday, I started back to
Karagoto schools received new school sweaters this month, thanks to BrightPoint sponsorships and the 410 Educational programs. The sweaters were distributed by a team to
You may have heard through social media by now, but we are so excited to announce that 410 Bridge was mentioned in last Thursday’s edition
My recent trip to The 410 Bridge community of Maliarette, Haiti with my church, West Hills Church, was a life changing experience for me. The
In 2009 I did not know where Kenya was. It was never my dream to travel to Africa. I had never been out of the
Again, we have a guest blogger:Kyle Rechke, 410 Bridge Haiti staff member extraordinaire… His insights are a bit lengthy today but totally worth it! Take
Our trip to the community of Maliarette in Haiti with The 410 Bridge was a wonderful opportunity to experience the difference between giving for the
This summer, 410 had an amazing intern, Cody Cantrell, who ran the 410 experience at BigStuf camp and helped send thousands of Bibles from the
We know you are all wondering what a 10-day trip to Kenya is like. Recently, First Baptist Clinton, SC visited Karima Kenya and did such
The ladies of 410 Bridge Haiti have started a micro-enterprise of bead-making! While there is still a ways to go to make this product available
This spring, we were notified that a team from Northpoint had come across little Daniel while in Ngaamba. Daniel was born with no legs but
Today’s guest blogger is Andy Dykhouse, the youth director of West Hills Church in Omaha, Nebraska who recently took a team to the 410 Community
I met a super-cool high-schooler several years ago. Her name is Jaime Colman. Jaime is a world-changer. Her church – Parker Hill CC – was
The people of Kawira had a really big week last week… Not only did they receive their very first service team from their new partner
This week, we have been catching up on the “goings-on” of Kyle Reschke in our 410 Bridge Haiti communities. With so much going on in
This week, we are catching up on the activities of Kyle Reschke, 410 staffer extraordinaire in Haiti… Earlier this week we welcomed a new baby
As we mentioned yesterday, there is so much going on in 410 Communities in Kenya and Haiti that sometimes its hard to keep up without
We are a little behind in our “Kyle Updates”.. so we are catching up this week. So much has been going on in 410 Communities
This week, First Baptist Church of Bossier City, LA is in Karima, Kenya. Bossier’s children’s ministry raised money this summer at their Summer Survivor (VBS)
Concluding our “Young Men on a Journey” series, we will hear today from Will Tumlin, Luke Cummings, Jakeb Stuntz, and Brantley Bell. As the Journey team
Throughout the summer, the new medical clinic in Ngaamba has been coming together! Here is a video made by the most recent NorthPoint team to
June 7-16 a group of 17 people from North Point Community Church partnered with the 410 Bridge to go and serve in Ngaamba Central. While
It’s almost unbelievable that The 410 Bridge is entering into the 3rd quarter of community updates for the year. 2012 is flying by and many
We have been so encouraged by the growth and leadership of the young men on the Journey Team this year. We have asked them to
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