West Timor
Trade School Program

October 2025

Empowering Youth in West Timor Through Education & Vocation

Imagine changing schools but not being able to read or write. You easily fall behind and want to drop out. The only life left is one of extreme poverty and you maybe even fall into exploitation. This is the reality for many children in West Timor, and the New Hope Foundation is trying to combat this with its new Trade School program.

Training struggling students in Agriculture and Culinary Arts has given children a new outlook on their future! Students gain hands-on experience in sustainable farming and organic food production or advancement in culinary skills, preparing them to support their families, strengthen their communities, and live out their faith through meaningful work. All this is done on a solid Christian foundation – one of loving the creation and good gifts that our heavenly Father has provided. This Thanksgiving, we ask that you consider supporting this new initiative.

Our goal is to raise $75,000 to establish the new Trade School.

We thanks the Lord for His blessings over the project thus far and pray for His continued provision in the future. If you are moved to donate, you may do so through your deaconry of by donating in the link below.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Every gift, large and small, makes an impact!

  • Gold Sponsor – $200/month
  • Silver Sponsor – $100/month
  • Bronze Sponsor – $50/month

For sponsorship opportunities or to become a monthly donor for this project, please contact Felicia Vandervelde at indofelicia@hotmail.com.