Frequently asked questions
How do I speak with someone?
Text or Call Michele at 618-304-9940, leave a message her phone, and she will return your call on the same day.
Do I need a Partner?
The game is designed so that you and your partner move around the room together. Please make every effort to find one.
If you are struggling to find a partner, contact Michele (details above).
Do I need to register and pay ahead of time?
In an effort to avoid lines getting into the hall, please register ahead of time and then go ahead and pay for your tickets via Zelle to mcapelle@stewardsofhope,org, Venmo @SOHI-sohi, or by check made out to SOHI and sent it to 35 South Porte Dr. Highland, IL 62249
Limited Walk-ins will be taken if seats are available.
We make every effort to avoid cancelling the event. If we do cancel it, we will post that information on this website and our Facebook page.
Become a Stewards of Hope International Hero
What do we need the most?
What do we need the most?
We are always looking for volunteers AND SPONSORS. These families depend on our help and your support helps us to continue this mission
Make a Year End Donation!
What do we need the most?
We help kids like these by sending food supplies, medicine, clothing, and even bedding (in Spring of 2024) so they can concentrate and succeed in school to make it possible for them to grow up to lift their families out of poverty!
Purchase a Gorgeous Basket!
We have been BLESSED to partner with Ten By Three to offer baskets made by people from various countries around the world. The Ten By Three Program helps to lift entire communities from extreme poverty.
Baskets of various types and sizes are available for sale via our Facebook page. Stay tuned for additional sales options!
These baskets come at a GREAT PRICE and make GREAT GIFTS!
Save the Date!
Mark your calendars for the
BEST LADIES' NIGHT IN TOWN!
February 8, 2025
Highland, IL VFW, (1900 VFW Rd.)
No experience necessary!
You and your partner will roll the dice and have a blast!
Doors open at 6pm
Check out our Silent Auction, music by DJ Jesse Vincent, yummy appetizers and cash bar
Announcements & Play begin at 6:45
Great Attendance Prizes
Prizes for the Winners & Biggest Losers
50/50 Drawing
AND SO MUCH FUN!
Become a Sponsor
The cost involved in sending over 2,000 pounds of food and supplies each month to Venezuela keeps increasing and we rely on our Sponsors when we budget what we can send each month.
PLEASE CONSIDER
becoming a monthly sponsor,
ANY AMOUNT
will be greatly appreciated!
It is getting harder and harder to afford to keep doing what we are doing, and, with your help, we won't have to scale back our support that these people so DESPERATELY NEED!
Become a Food Buddy
We collect food items every month to supplement the hundreds of protein and vitamin enriched rice meals that we send. Become part of our Food Buddy Program and ship items straight to us (via Amazon, Walmart, etc.) drop them off at First Mid Bank and Trust in Highland, IL or drop them off at our address, 35 South Porte Dr. Highland, IL.
WE NEED YOU TO KEEP DOING WHAT WE ARE DOING -- SAVING LIVES
Support Stewards of Hope International's Mission
The Annual Fall Food Drive was a success! Thank you all who donated! A box is located at Tru Buy a
Stewards of Hope International
At Stewards of Hope International our mission is to provide hope to people in need. We work with the Missionaries of Charity and a parish priest, Father Angel Castillo, in Venezuela to provide much needed food, toiletries, etc. to the people they serve. These recipients are people of all ages who are living in terrible situations. Some
At Stewards of Hope International our mission is to provide hope to people in need. We work with the Missionaries of Charity and a parish priest, Father Angel Castillo, in Venezuela to provide much needed food, toiletries, etc. to the people they serve. These recipients are people of all ages who are living in terrible situations. Some live in makeshift shelters, made from scraps of anything they can find, without a bed or pillow to sleep on. Others live on the streets and near garbage dumps so they can search through the trash for something to eat. Some live with the Missionaries of Charity Sisters because of serious medical conditions. Others work various jobs but make so little that they have to seek help to survive. Some are families with small children that don't know where their next meal will come from . Some are elderly with no place to go. Some are infants that have been abandoned to die because there is no food to give them. Some are in school desperately trying to learn, despite constant hunger, so someday they will be able to lift their family out of the slums for good!
They all have one thing in common. They all need HOPE. They all need to know that someone out there cares about them enough to help in a tangible way.
Our Team
Our Team is made up of dedicated volunteers who are passionate about making a difference in the world. From our volunteers to our board members, everyone at Stewards of Hope International is committed to our mission and the people we serve. We are always looking for passionate individuals to join us! Keep reading for all the ways you can get involved!
Our History
Our History
Founded in 2008, Stewards of Hope International has been working tirelessly to help people in need for over 16 years. (Click here to learn how we got involved!) To help people in need we and our Volunteers hold Fundraisers, collect Donations, rely on our faithful Sponsors, work with our generous Food Buddies, collaborate with generous org
Founded in 2008, Stewards of Hope International has been working tirelessly to help people in need for over 16 years. (Click here to learn how we got involved!) To help people in need we and our Volunteers hold Fundraisers, collect Donations, rely on our faithful Sponsors, work with our generous Food Buddies, collaborate with generous organizations and say many prayers. Each month over 2,500 meals are sent directly to our contacts in Venezuela. WE KNOW OUR DONATIONS ARRIVE BECAUSE EACH and EVERY TIME WE GET A PICTURE LIKE THIS! The picture above shows Father Angel picking up the boxes we shipped to him. He will take them back to his parish and distribute the donations to his parishioners in need. We track each shipment all the way to the hands of those we trust who then share the hope we have packaged inside of each box to those who need it most.
Join us on this Mission!
Participate in our Fundraisers
Volunteer for various activities
We have held so many different types of fundraisers in the last 16 years! Our most popular fundraiser is our annual Bunko Blizzard! This ladies night out is the best party in town! In the summer of 2023, we sold Gus' Pretzels at the Farmer's Market in Highland, IL. That was a huge hit! We also have had several raffles, organized vendor sales for "Junk in Your Trunk" events, and sold lemon shake-ups at the Peanut Butter and Jam Festival in Highland. We rely on successful fundraisers to support our Mission and cover costs that go beyond our other sources of income.
Click here for information on upcoming Fundraisers!
Click here for some photos from previous Fundraisers!
Volunteer for various activities
Volunteer for various activities
Volunteer for various activities
Volunteers are needed at various times to pack boxes, work at our fundraisers, help with marketing, and perform various other tasks. There is no commitment necessary to join our list of volunteers. Once signed up, volunteers will be notified when help is needed. There is no pressure with this. Just help when you can!
In addition to or instead of volunteering depending on what works for you, there are a few other ways to help! Spread the word on social media platforms when we are having fundraisers, contact friends and family and let them know about our Mission, and sign up to have Amazon Smile donate to Stewards of Hope with each purchase you make!
Find our more about these programs and volunteering here!
Join our Board of Directors
Volunteer for various activities
Volunteer for various activities
We are always looking for individuals interested in joining our Board of Directors. We are a "hands on" group of volunteer directors. Our need for individuals with certain types of experience will vary depending on our current situation. Please fill out and turn in an application. Afterwards, we will reach out to you regarding any needs we have at that time.
Contact Michele at mcapelle@stewardsofhope.org to receive your application and for further questions.
Thank You!
Donate
Your generous gift will help us fund our mission to help those in need.
1. Send a check to 35 South Porte Dr., Highland, IL 62249
2. Venmo: @SOHI-sohi
3. PayPal: use the link below Note: PayPal takes 2.2% from your donation.
Fundraising
Many anticipate our annual Bunko Blizzard as it has become a tradition that is a blast!
Delivery Time
We are so excited each time we get the news that the Sisters or Father Angel have received our packages!!
Nutritious Food
Nutritious Food
The people we serve receive nutritious food to remain healthy and strong. It not only feeds their stomach, it also lets them know that someone cares!