World population now stands at 7 billion with about 1 billion suffering some form of hunger. The projection of an increase to 9 billion by 2050 necessitates an increase in food production. It is so important for people to become self-sufficient in raising their own food. At  Growing Hope Globally the primary goal is to help people raise their own food. We use many different techniques to achieve this goal. Improved seed selection, water retention for irrigation and improved storage are just a few methods used to increase overall food production.

Holy Trinity Parish is working with Growing Hope Globally project. It has been a very rewarding 10+ years helping other farmers in various parts of the world raise their own food. We have worked in Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Madagascar, Myanmar Chin, Timor-Leste-Viquque, Burkina Faso and the this last year Mayanmar Tedim. You can find out more by clicking on the document reports below.  

We have averaged about $15,000 per year in contributions—most coming from farmers and matching contributions. We also have many non-farmers involved making contributions. We had very successful farmers markets after Mass this summer and fall. This allowed people to bring excess fruits and vegetables as well as shop for them. Growing Hope Globally project is an ongoing project and contributions can be made at any time in any amount. An account has been set up at NEW Coop for farmers wishing to contribute in grain. If any questions about how the program runs please feel free to contact Bob Heidenreich at 955-6077 or via e-mail bobh@fdcatholic.com.  If you are wanting to make a gift of grain and or donation please contact  Bob Heidenreich, bookkeeper at 515-955-6077.