Category: Journal

Letter From the President (December 2015)

Letter From the President It is an exciting time at Just Hope. We are growing and it is thrilling to be undertaking new projects. As we grow, we have to remember our mission. The mission of Just Hope International is to make an impact that lasts by empowering remarkable people who face some of the… continue reading

Giving Tuesday: Give a Hand up

Give differently this #GivingTuesday. First things first: what is Giving Tuesday? It’s a worldwide day dedicated to giving back. On Tuesday, December 1, people around the world are celebrating generosity by giving to a cause they care about. In honor of Giving Tuesday, we’re launching a brand new campaign, and we hope you’ll celebrate with… continue reading

The Implications of our Best Intentions

“Christmas again. Damn!” His words are barely audible, but his wife knows his feelings well. She sees the hurt in his eyes when the kids come home from school talking about what they want for Christmas. It is the same expression she sees on the face of other unemployed fathers around the ‘hood. She knows… continue reading

Just Hope Remembers “Just Bill”

We were saddened to learn of the recent passing of our good friend Bill Nance, ever an ardent supporter of Just Hope International. With every donation he made, he would include a note of encouragement that was as valuable to our stamina as the donation itself. He always signed the notes, “Just Bill.” We mourn… continue reading

You’re Invited: 3rd Annual Report from the Field [Event]

Please join us for our Third Annual Report From the Field. We’re excited to share where we’ve been and where we’re headed, including announcing new projects in Honduras! Bring your friends! Meal will be provided. Tuesday, November 10 Just Hope’s Office 5203 Maryland Way, Suite 108, Brentwood, TN 37027 11:00 am – 1:00 pm OR 5:00 pm – 7:00… continue reading

The one question you must ask for exit strategy success

I have participated in many business conversations about exit strategies and worked very hard to help people who had a lot on the line to navigate this complex matter. Don’t get the wrong idea. I’m not an expert and we’re not talking Donald Trump Wall Street deals here. Nonetheless, I’m offering just one of the… continue reading

Entrepreneurship out of necessity vs. entrepreneurship out of opportunity (Part 3/3)

Transforming necessity entrepreneurs into opportunity entrepreneurs (Part 3 of 3) In Part 2 of this series, I described the differences between necessity entrepreneurs – those who have become entrepreneurial in order to survive – and opportunity entrepreneurs – those who have become entrepreneurial because they have identified a market, a need and an ability to… continue reading

Entrepreneurship out of necessity vs. entrepreneurship out of opportunity (Part 2/3)

Entrepreneurism leads to economic growth, but often not in Africa. Why? (Part 2 of 3) In my previous blog, I described the active entrepreneurism I have experienced in Accra, Ghana, and many other places as well. Academic studies point toward positive links between entrepreneurial activity and economic growth. Entrepreneurs bring innovation by competing to find… continue reading