2012 Annual Report
From the CEO
Thank you for your continued support of Global Partners in Hope. As you can see from this
report, 201 2 was a great year for GPiH. We saw wells and clinics built, thousands trained in
leadership skills, and partnerships developed across the world.
The year 201 2 was also one of transition for GPiH. Our team underwent changes as new
partners joined the cause and old friends moved on. We also had a new logo designed for us
and revamped our website. But at its core, GPiH remains an organization committed to building
bridges from people who can help to people who need hope. We continue to do so by opening
doors, empowering authentic relationships, and delivering lasting hope. Global Partners in Hope
has great plans for 201 3, but we acknowledge that it is only by God’s grace that anything will be
accomplished.
We hope this recap of 201 2 will help you grow in your understanding and appreciation of the
work of GPiH. In this report you will learn more about our latest accomplishments, the newest
members of our team, and what we have planned for 201 3. As you read, please remember that
none of this would be possible without supporters like you. Thank you.
-Ian Vickers, CEO
Highlights of 2012
The last year was very successful for GPiH. Several high impact projects were completed in Africa,
and thousands of Chinese men and women were trained in valuable leadership skills.
Wel l s C om pl eted
•In the Bako Region of Mali, four new wells were completed, providing clean water where
none was previously available. These wells will help nearly 40,000 people gain access to
clean water, one of the most basic of human needs.
C l i n i c Ded i cated i n B ako Reg i on of M al i ; Two C l i n i cs I n i ti ated
•A GPiH delegation traveled to Mali in February for the dedication of our first completed
clinic. This clinic provides a maternity ward and basic healthcare to a region that
desperately needs these services. The clinic is staffed by doctors and nurses who are
trained at the hospital in Koutalia, and are eager to serve the Bako region.
•Two incredibly generous church partners, Journey Church in Gretna, Nebraska, and
MiddleCross Church in Lincoln, Nebraska, raised the funds to build two clinics in 201 3.
Lead ersh i p Trai n i n g i s Th ri vi n g
•Through our 3 leadership tracks we were able to train over 2,000 men and women.
•Our business courses reached over 300 people. These courses were taught by U.S.
business leaders and professors from Creighton University and Crown College.
• Dr. Trent Wachner, a GPiH board member and business professor, was able to conduct
a SWOT analysis with a group of Chinese students. This exercise, which helps discover
Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats in a business, allowed these students to
identify where they should focus their energy by exploiting their strengths and downplaying
their weaknesses. This was a new concept for the students, and was very well received.
•Baylor University joined us as a partner in China. "We greatly look forward to deepening
our relationships with GPiH, as well as with our new friends in China." -Ken Starr, Baylor
University President
•GPiH trained over 200 faith community leaders in "Transformational Leadership,"
"Homiletics," and "Public Speaking." American faith community leaders from Colorado,
California, and Nebraska joined the effort to train these Chinese faith community leaders.
•Don Young, Vice President of International Operations, continues to be thrilled at the level
of eagerness and engagement the students bring to these training sessions. A class will run
from 7 am to 5 pm, and the students are still hungry for more!
•Women’s Connection reached over 1 500 women through courses such as “Authentic
Leadership,” “Mentoring for Leaders,” “Leadership Competencies,” “Importance of
Community,” and “God Knows Your Name.”
•Peggy Sperling, Director of Women’s Connection, shared this testimonial from Xiuming:
Many Chinese women share that “they are ‘trash’ and of no value,” but after hearing
about belonging to God and being redeemed by Him, Xiuming felt transformed, loved and
valued. Xiuming now feels she can share this in a leadership role with other women!
Worl d En erg y Proj ect
•Students from the World Energy Project visited Kenya and Uganda during June and July.
In Kenya they worked on a developing a solar power project for a school. In Uganda they
partnered with an NGO based in Omaha to help with improvements in a second school.
Transitions
The last year saw a number of transitions at Global Partners in Hope, both in the U.S. and China.
China Team
After hosting many GPiH groups, H ope Zh an g and Fan g Fan g Yu both decided to move on to other
opportunities. Their roles have been filled by G race Zh u and Rebecca C u i . Grace will serve as the
Program Director for GPiH in China, and Rebecca will serve as Administrative Assistant and
Translator.
After serving as GPiH’s Vice President of China for two years, J erry Wu n d er is focusing on his work
with Family Life. We are grateful to Jerry and Sheryl for their service, and wish them all the best.
An d y C h u , an American of Chinese descent who moved to Beijing in early 201 3, will fill Jerry’s role.
He will work with Grace and Rebecca to develop and promote our various leadership courses in
Beijing, and will provide strong leadership to the GPiH China Team.
U.S. Team
Dr. Tren t Wach n er began serving on our board in early 201 2. Trent is an Assistant Professor of
Marketing and the Director of the Professional Masters of Science (Bioscience) Program at
Creighton University. Passionate about intercultural business communication and the use of
emergent technologies, he is a great asset to the GPiH team. Trent and his wife Susan live Omaha,
Nebraska with their four children.
After 3 years of service with GPiH, M aye J epson decided to resign from the board. We are thankful
for her work, and will miss her input.
J u sti n Swan son contracted with GPiH in October to serve as Director of Community Engagement.
A 201 1 graduate of the University of Nebraska with a J.D. and an M.A. in Journalism, Justin is
tasked with composing much GPiH’s content, maintaining GPiH’s internet presence, and
developing existing and new sources of funding. He lives in Lincoln, Nebraska with his wife, Mandy.
In 2013
Global Partners in Hope is positioned to grow as an organization in 201 3, and we have set goals
that reflect this growth potential. In China, the overriding goal is to be a more effective organization
with a broader reach that will present consistent instruction in our classes, regardless of who is
teaching them. In Africa, we will to continue with our plan to install wells and clinics in 4 villages,
hoping to build on the momentum generated from this project in 201 2.
2013 Goals & Transitions
• Revamp Faith Community Leader Training course, and offer 1 0 classes
• Focus Women’s Connection curriculum, offer 4 classes
• Finalize Business Course, offer 8 classes
• Expand our presence in China
• Grow our relationships with our many valued partners
• Build 2 more clinics in Mali
• Partner with another church to build a fourth clinic in the Bako Region
• Continue to raise funding for wells in the Bako Region
• Assist with new efforts of The World Energy Project in Cape Verde, off the west coast of Africa
• After serving for a year as an Interim Pastor in Casper, Wyoming, Don Young will be moving with
his wife Marlen to Lincoln, Nebraska. He is excited to be able to give more time to his work as
Vice-President of International Operations, and we are excited to have him so close to the GPiH
home office in Omaha! Don will also serve as the "Missionary in Residence" at MiddleCross Church
in Lincoln, which is pastored by his son Mark Young.
Financial Disclosure
Global Partners in Hope has its books reviewed or audited on alternating years by HSMC Orizon
LLC. For 201 2, Orizon conducted a review. If you would like to obtain a copy of this review, please
contact Jannie at [email protected], or call the office at 402.980.5060.
Perspectives
from the Board
M ark Warn er, Treasurer:
As you have read, God has blessed GPiH greatly in 2012. The progress in both Mali and
China is exciting and encouraging. Through God's grace and blessings, we believe 2013
will again be a year full of providing lasting hope to others. If you are one of our current
partners, we want to say thank you for your support and prayers. You have truly made a
difference in the lives of people in Mali and China. We also need new partners to join us
in building bridges to people who need hope. Don't miss out on the opportunity to
change the lives of others!
Rog er Atwood , Chairman :
Certainly the progress Global Partners in Hope has made during 2012 has been
remarkable.
It has been wonderful to witness the anticipation and excitement of those we serve in
China and Mali as they know their future is brighter because of the work of Global
Partners. To hear how those from the U.S. who have gone with us to serve in those
locations have been blessed by a lifetime experience truly makes our involvement with
Global Partners very worthwhile.
As Chairman of the Board, I want to acknowledge our Board members, our partners, our
staff and our volunteers for their commitment to serving others, and of course none of
this would even be possible without the interest, encouragement, prayer and financial
support of so many. Thank you, thank you.
What a joy it is to serve together!
Closing Statement
Thank you for your continued support of Global Partners in Hope. It is only through the efforts of
valued partners like you that GPiH can hope to thrive.
If you have any questions, we are always happy to talk about what is going on. You can contact us
via phone, email, Facebook, Twitter, or by writing.
Address:
Global Partners in Hope
1 4441 Dupont Ct, #1 01
Omaha, NE 681 44
Phone: (402) 980-5060
Website: www.globalpartnersinhope.com
Email: [email protected]
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GPiH Staff
China Staff
GPiH Board
Ian Vickers
Andy Chu
Chief Executive Officer
China Director
Roger Atwood,
Chairman
Don Young
Grace Zu
Ian Vickers
Vice­President of
International Operations
China Program Director
Peggy Sperling
Director of Women's
Connection
Justin Swanson
Director of Community
Engagement
Jannie Price
Executive Assistant
Val Vanderheidan
Accountant
Ashley Schmidt
Intern
Rebecca Cui
Administrative Assistant &
Translator
Mali Staff
Daniel Thera
Don Swanson
Neil Curran
Mark Warner
Dr. Trent Wachner
Director General of Centre Kevin Murphy
Protestant Pour
L’Assistance Medical Au Kirk Murray
Mali (CPAM)
Linda Scholting,
Controller