Hope for Desperate Hearts (HFDH) was founded over 10 years ago by someone who has seen firsthand the need that exists in Burkina Faso and in the African community in New York City.
Led by our founder, Barkissa, the aim in the early days of the organization was to meet peoples' basic needs - food, clothing, blankets - and quickly expanded to include children's educational fees and school supplies, career and skills training, and gifts to bring children joy at Christmas.
All these years later, the focus of Hope for Desperate Hearts remains unchanged: to support and encourage those whose lives have been shaped by poverty, high rates of unemployment, and lack of opportunity.
For the past two years, I have had the honor of serving as the president of the board of Hope for Desperate Hearts.
As an ardent supporter of the organization, I am excited to see what our 2024 - 2025 board is able to accomplish with the help of our generous donors.
Thank you for your ongoing support and for making a difference in the lives of our African brothers and sisters.
With appreciation and gratitude,
Angie O'Reilly
