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Together in Community, We Can Achieve More
September 10 marks World Suicide Prevention Day, reminding us that every life matters. The Joe D. Shelton Memorial Award honors his legacy, celebrating organizations supporting mental health and the well-being of communities close to the land.
Omar Escalera Joins as Executive Director
Broetje Family Trust, an association of three foundations birthed out of a founding vision of Broetje Orchards to “go and bear fruit, fruit that will last” (John 15:16), announces the selection of Omar Escalera as its inaugural Executive Director.
Stations of the Cross at Tierra Vida
Broetje Family Trust staff and Tierra Vida community members came together this Easter season to observe the Stations of the Cross, walking through the neighborhood in a spirit of reflection and unity.
God’s Iron Sheet
Discover how our partner, the Bible Society of Kenya, is making a difference: Rev. Dickson and his son turned excess water runoff into a source of clean water for their community—using God’s earth to bring life.
Youth Advocating for the Vulnerable
For the third year in a row, Nueva Esperanza Leadership Academy’s 7th and 8th graders took part in the Destination Imagination State Tournament. This year, they learned firsthand the power of teamwork and stepping up for one another in unexpected moments.
NELA Graduation & New Beginnings
This past summer, NELA celebrated its largest graduating class to date with eleven students. During the 8th graduation ceremony, each student delivered a speech they had thoughtfully prepared.
Healing comes in many forms.
On June 11th, the 4th annual Joe D. Shelton Memorial Award event was held in a packed auditorium at the Leo Building in Pasco, WA. This year’s $100,000 grant was awarded to The Frontier Behavioral Health Organization in Spokane.
Gender Equality in Drought Mitigation
Today we celebrate Earth Day to honor the environmental movement’s achievements and to raise awareness about the need to protect Earth’s natural resources for future generations. Vista Hermosa Foundation partners help communities conserve
Celebrating Women’s History Month
As we continue to celebrate Women’s History Month, Broetje Family Trust is reflecting on the contribution of women in communities across the world. Read about two of our newest partners in India who are investing in women.