Twelve12:Hope began in December 2010 as a non-profit corporation in the state of Michigan and was officially recognized under section 501(c)(3) of the IRS on December 5, 2011.

Bringing hope to those who suffer is a core strategy for Twelve12:Hope. The name of the organization is derived from the Apostle Paul’s following words: “Be joyful in hope, patient in suffering, and persevering in prayer.” (Romans 12:12). Without hope we become aimless and vulnerable to despair and hopelessness. 

Twelve12:Hope envisions a world in which every traumatized child is healed and has hope for the future. Jacaranda Communities of Hope was developed to equip community leaders to offer healing and hope to traumatized children.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does “Jacaranda” mean?
The Jacaranda tree can be found blooming all around the world. For many itsextravagant purple blossoms are a symbol of hope. The flowers unfold in the driest time of the year, a blind act of faith, foreshadowing the coming of much needed rain. Like the tree, the children helped by the Jacaranda Communities of Hope program bloom despite their trauma, in anticipation of a brighter future.

 What are your vision and mission statements?

Twelve12:Hope Vision: "A world in which every traumatized child is healed and has hope for the future."

 Twelve12:Hope Mission: "Equipping community leaders to offer healing and hope to traumatized children."

The mission of Twelve12:Hope is about bringing hope to those who suffer. More specifically, we envision a world in which every traumatized child is healed and has hope for the future via our signature program, Jacaranda Communities of Hope. The Jacaranda model focuses on equipping community leaders to offer healing and hope to traumatized children. The mission not only impacts the children who are recipients of the program, but also the adults who become trauma informed in helping others. Programs are launched in geographical locations where there is an invitation from a local host, who recognizes the need for a trauma program for children in the local community.

 The work is accomplished through the development of local, sustainable programs that include the following core values:

1) compassionate approach for children living in a location where there is a natural disaster or presence of chronic, complex trauma;

2) culturally adaptive approach that considers local values and traditions;

3) sustainability within communities;

4)collaborative in building partnerships with organizations that focus on prevention and intervention of vulnerable children;

5) child-centered interventions including storytelling, emotional regulation and individualized “healing play”;

6) trauma-informed local workers who receive specialized training and coaching; and

7) multiplication strategy represented by equipping, coaching and supporting workers to train and equip others.

 How are you funded?
Jacaranda Communities of Hope is a program of Twelve12:Hope, a 501c3 nonprofit based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA. We are funded through grants, corporate giving and charitable donations from organizations and individuals around the world.

How are your local training programs funded?
Our training programs are self funded by our hosts through partnerships with local churches and other non profits on the ground. This ensures we hold true to our core value of sustainability.

 How old are the children you serve?
 Healing camp is appropriate for children ages 5-12.

Can teenagers attend?

 At this time, the Jacaranda program is tailored toward younger children who may not have the verbal processing skills or an older adolescent.

How do you decide who to partner with?
We have established relationships with several well known organizations on the ground who assist us with making introductions to trustworthy local leaders in the most needy communities.

 Is there follow up with the program participants after healing camp?
 One of the reasons why we train local community leaders in facilitating healing play camps instead of sending in teams of western counselors is specifically so that the healing relationships formed during camp can continue after our team has flown home. Our local hosts coordinate follow up with camp participants as appropriate. This also ensures we are adhering to our core values of sustainability, being culturally adaptive and collaborative.

How do you decide upon training locations?
We are intentional to go into communities affected by the traumas of war, natural disasters, poverty, and only at the invitation of a local host who sees the need for a healing program in their community.

 How are the local adult trainees chosen/vetted?
We rely on our local hosts to choose trainees who have opportunities to work with children in their community. We work with our hosts to properly vet volunteers and ensure they are able to abide by our child protection guidelines and to create a safe environment in which to facilitate healing. They are often teachers, medical and mental health personnel, community volunteers or local religious leaders.

 How can I connect my organization with Jacaranda to bring the healing camp to my vulnerable community?

Send an email to connect@twelve12hope.org

 How can I give?
Please visit our Donate page to learn more about how you can give to the ministry of Twelve12:Hope.

How else can I get involved?

Our How to Support page has a list of many ways you can support the ministry of Twelve12:Hope.

Whats the best way for me to stay informed about the ministry of Jacaranda

Please visit our Contact page to learn more about how to stay in touch.