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EnglishWhat Is Hope Rises International?
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Hope Rises International is a Christian charity that fights leprosy and other neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) by working with local, Christ-centered partners worldwide. It was formerly known as American Leprosy Missions and has operated since 1906. Its stated mission combines medical care with spiritual hope: physical healing, dignity, and what it describes as enduring hope for people who are marginalized by disease, stigma, and isolation.
What the organization does
According to its website, Hope Rises International focuses on:
- Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), including leprosy. The site states that one billion people are in isolation from NTDs like leprosy.
- Medical care and treatment. The organization says it provides life-changing medical care to people suffering from disease.
- Partnership with local leaders. It works with local pastors, faith leaders, and Christian partners, equipping them to care for their communities both physically and spiritually.
- Restoration beyond medicine. Its stated view is that healing happens through medicine and treatment, while restoration happens through the hope of the gospel.
Who it serves
The site describes its focus as "some of the most marginalized people worldwide" — people affected by disease, stigma, and isolation. One example it gives is Renate, who seventeen years ago was hospitalized with Buruli ulcer, a flesh-eating disease, and later became a nursing school graduate inspired to care for others in her community.
History and name change
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1906 |
| Former name | American Leprosy Missions |
| Current name | Hope Rises International |
| Stated reason for rename | To reflect its calling of breaking down barriers to health, stopping disease, and bringing light where darkness prevailed |
The organization frames the name change as "New Name, Same Mission" — more than a century of work continues under a name meant to reflect both medical and spiritual restoration.
How to learn more or get involved
The website offers ways to engage:
- Learn more about the mission and its work.
- Donate to support the programs.
- Give now toward specific needs, such as helping people like Renate find healing and hope.
- Stay connected by signing up with your first name, last name, and email to receive stories of hope.
The site does not publish pricing, membership fees, or login requirements in the material reviewed here, so no assumptions should be made about cost or access. For current details on programs, giving options, or involvement, visit hoperises.org directly.