HRS True Hope

Joel and Jackie Holcomb, David and Melissa Shiramizu and Mark and Eileen Rehmann founded HRS True Hope with the intention to organize and manage ongoing humanitarian projects and disaster relief.

When the need for disaster relief declined and other organizations supported rebuilding needs, HRS True Hope refocused to support impoverished areas of Piedras Negras, Mexico. Pursuing a heart for orphanages and projects caring for children, HRS True Hope partnered with many churches and other non-profits. Many trips were made to Piedras Negras to provide food, provisions, education assistance and gifts to those in need.

True Hope began to support orphans living at Children’s Shelter in Nairobi, Kenya and orphans living on the streets of Eldoret, Kenya. The focus has been on programs and methods dedicated to developing financial stability. In addition to providing food, clothing, medical assistance and education. HRS True Hope supports foundational capital construction. This includes water wells, dormitories and agricultural programs that generate recurring income. These avenues of revenue have allowed the Shelter to move away from donation constraints.

After a major earthquake in Oaxaca, Mexico, HRS True Hope traveled to the region to identify ways to support those in need. Through these efforts, HRS True Hope began a relationship with church leaders in Juchitan and Matias Romero Avendano. Initial financial assistance helped with immediate needs for those who lost homes and resources in the earthquake.

Annual trips to Oaxaca, Mexico began, providing opportunities to worship with and encourage the local churches. Alongside faith partners from Piedras Negras, Mexico, HRS True Hope provides leadership training for adults and teaching materials for children.

Claire Bradley was hired as the Project & Financial Coordinator. She has been a volunteer at HRS True Hope for over a decade, so she has been able to support the projects and connect with area managers and donor recipients on a personal level.

Mitch Holcomb, Payton Holcomb and Claire Shiramizu joined the Board. With their families involved at HRS True Hope from the beginning, they’ve developed a heart for those in need and are eager to facilitate support for the various regions and projects.

A small team traveled to Mississippi and Alabama to provide relief to people impacted by Hurricane Katrina. This led to more trips and more volunteers continuing to support the recovery and rebuilding in the Gulf Coast.

Joel and Jackie Holcomb, David and Melissa Shiramizu and Mark and Eileen Rehmann founded HRS True Hope with the intention to organize and manage ongoing humanitarian projects and disaster relief.