Signs of Hope International

High School Presentation

Heidi Tryon and Curry Jones recently visited a High School ASL class in Utah. They presented information regarding Deaf culture, life of the Deaf and other aspects of the Ghanaian Deaf community and efforts of Signs of Hope. In response to the presentation we received this email:

"Thank you so much for coming to my ASL classes last week! My students loved it! They are still talking about your presentation. I had a mother call me and say, "My son came home and told me all about that program in Africa. He hates school and that is the only time he has come home excited about what he learned."

That student is just one of many that were excited and impressed with your program.

As I'm sure you know, most of these American teenagers are pretty clueless about the rest of the world. Even though I teach them about Deaf history and discrimination, it is ancient history to them and they can't relate. Your presentation was an excellent reminder to them that they can make a difference in the world."

Pomona California

Signs of Hope International will be in Pomona California on May 2, 2009!

Come visit our booth at the Deaf Nation Expo and learn about ways to get involved, how to sponsor a deaf student in Ghana and how to participate in our volunteer missions. Also, you will be able to buy Signs of Hope International shirts, bracelets and water bottles! All proceeds directly benefit the Deaf students of Ghana.

Address for the Deaf Nation Expo:
Fairplex, Building 9
1101 West McKinley Ave
Pomona, CA 91769

Expo is open to the public from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Admission is FREE! Make sure to register online at www.deafnation.com

A View of Ghana

Several people have asked me to post some of my pictures and my views on Ghana. My perspective of Ghana is a very simple one. I love the people, the sights and the smells of Ghana. To some this might sound a little odd but to me it is a comfort. The moment the plane lands in Accra and the rush of heat and environmental smells hit my face I feel a sense of comfort.

 

The people I have been fortunate enough to work with and meet has left a lasting impression on me. The amount of compassion and determination that these people posses is unmatched. Spending time out in the small villages and getting to talk with the people about life is an amazing experience. Listing to stories of hardship and growth, choices between food or education and to witness the joy the Ghanaian people posses is truly an experience not easily forgotten.

Another Visit

Signs of Hope International Founder, Curry Jones and Missions Director, Heidi Tryon will be headed back to Ghana to meet with Government officials and Deaf schools on May 7th. During this trip they will be working with current schools and opening programs in the Kibi school for the Deaf.

Look for more information and stories as the trip happens!

Deaf Nation Phoenix, AZ

Signs of Hope International completed participation in the Phoenix, Arizona Deaf Nation Expo on April 4, 2009. Thank you to all those who stopped by the booth!

Thanks Heidi, Ashlie and Sue for your help running the booth during the Expo!

Fall 2009 Mission Dates

Signs of Hope International is excited to be announcing the Fall 2009 Mission dates! The mission dates will be SEPTEMBER 25 - NOVEMBER 20, 2009. We are excited to be sending volunteers to the Kibi and Mampong Schools for the Deaf in Ghana, West Africa this Fall.

Dates to remember as you apply:

Mission dates: September 25 - November 20, 2009

Application Deadline: March 10, 2009 (postmarked date)

Acceptance will be announced by March 17, 2009

Total mission cost is $3,800 and includes the following: round trip airline tickets between Salt Lake City and Ghana, required Ghana entry visa's, housing, in-country breakfast and dinners, in-country transportation, travelers insurance, cultural trips to Cape Coast slave castles, Kakum National Park entry fees and rope bridges and other cultural activities.

Payment schedule is as follows:
April 15, 2009 - $500 Due
May 15, 2009 - $500 Due
June 15, 2009 - $700 Due
July 15, 2009 - $700 Due
August 15, 2009 - $700 Due
September 15, 2009 - $700 Due

Applications can be downloaded on the website under the Volunteer tab and then by clicking on Africa.

Completed applications must be mailed to Signs of Hope International, Attn; Mission Coordinator, 375 S. Main Street, Suite 2, Alpine, UT 84004.

If you have any further questions please contact us through the website or by calling 866-511-7644 x.1. 

We look forward to receiving your application!

Please forward this email to professors or students who would be interested in this program. We thank you for your continued support and look forward to another successful year!

Signs of Hope International is excited to be announcing the Fall 2009 Mission dates! The mission dates will be SEPTEMBER 25 - NOVEMBER 20, 2009. We are excited to be sending volunteers to the Kibi and Mampong Schools for the Deaf in Ghana, West Africa this Fall.

Dates to remember as you apply:

Mission dates: September 25 - November 20, 2009

Application Deadline: March 10, 2009 (postmarked date)

Acceptance will be announced by March 17, 2009

Total mission cost is $3,800 and includes the following: round trip airline tickets between Salt Lake City and Ghana, required Ghana entry visa's, housing, in-country breakfast and dinners, in-country transportation, travelers insurance, cultural trips to Cape Coast slave castles, Kakum National Park entry fees and rope bridges and other cultural activities.

Payment schedule is as follows:
April 15, 2009 - $500 Due
May 15, 2009 - $500 Due
June 15, 2009 - $700 Due
July 15, 2009 - $700 Due
August 15, 2009 - $700 Due
September 15, 2009 - $700 Due

Applications can be downloaded on the website under the Volunteer tab and then by clicking on Africa.

Completed applications must be mailed to Signs of Hope International, Attn; Mission Coordinator, 375 S. Main Street, Suite 2, Alpine, UT 84004.

If you have any further questions please contact us through the website or by calling 866-511-7644 x.1. 

We look forward to receiving your application!

Once Upon a Christmas Home Map

Tickets can be purchased at Pine Valley Realty in Alpine (375 S. Main Street, Suite 2, Alpine, UT 84004. Phone number (801) 756-3581) or by calling Signs of Hope International at (866) 511-7644 or the night of Once Upon a Christmas at any of the homes. Tickets are $7 per ticket.

If you would like a map emailed directly to you please send an email to info@signsofhopeinternational.

Once Upon a Christmas Home Tour Flyer

Once Upon a Christmas Home Tour

The holiday season is fast approaching and we are excited to be announcing our Christmas Home tour this year! ‘Once Upon a Christmas…’ home tour will run from December 4 & 5 (Thursday & Friday) from 6:00-9:00pm. The home tour will feature 7 custom homes in the Alpine area elaborately decorated in the  latest holiday fashions. We are looking forward to the two homes that Interiors Unlimited will be staging/decorating on tour this year as well as the other 5 private homes that will be opened to the public during the home tour.

 

Also, new this year, we have opened the tour to vendors including Scentsy, The Quilting Post, Motives Customized Cosmetics, Hatch Patch Creations and   others. Don’t forget to visit their booths in home # 2 & 4.

 

Tickets for ‘Once Upon a Christmas…’ can be purchased at Pine Valley Realty located at the round-a-bout in Alpine (375 S. Main Street, Suite 2, Alpine, UT 84004 (801) 756-3581) or by calling Signs of Hope International at (866) 511-7644. Ticket price is $7 per ticket and will allow you access to all 7 homes on tour.

 

All proceeds from ‘Once Upon a Christmas…’ home tour will benefit the educational needs of Deaf children in Africa. With your help Signs of Hope  International is able to continue its programs and bring hope to those who have lost it.

 

We look forward to seeing you on tour!

 

2009 Calendar of Hope

The 2009 Calender of Hope calenders will be on sale starting November 15th!

Calender proceeds will be applied to the Student Sponsorship program and will benefit Signs of Hope Internationals efforts to bring and support more children in the Deaf schools of Ghana.

Each Calender of Hope will cost $12 and can be purchased online through the donation page on our website (signsofhopeinternational.org). Please make sure that your mailing address is correct.

Calenders will also be sold at 'Once Upon a Christmas' home tour in Alpine on December 4-5th.