Last year left plenty to be desired. But we get to choose how we want to remember 2020. We choose to remember hope. We remember the extraordinary acts of kindness and generosity. Of resilience and joy. Because — even in the midst of adversity — people like you brought so much hope to us. As New Hope turns 17 this year, we celebrate the people who have been a part of our incredible journey. Over the next few weeks, we will be sharing their stories with you. Be #BeaconsOfNewHope today: https://www.newhopecs.org.sg/volunteer ----------------- MUsicbed SyncID: MB01OPBR1EM9P5V

"God fulfils dreams, even if we have forgotten about it." Leah is one of New Hope's longest serving staff, having served the homeless for 12 years. Now the Centre Manager at New Hope's HQ, she reflects how God has brought her to New Hope, and even turned one of her dreams into reality. She never thought it would ever actually happen. But she always held on to the hope that one day she will realise her dream. As New Hope turns 17 this year, we are celebrating the people who have been a part of our incredible journey. Over the next few weeks, we will be sharing their stories with you. Be #BeaconsOfNewHope today: https://www.newhopecs.org.sg/volunteer https://www.newhopecs.org.sg/donation Musicbed SyncID: MB01OPBR1EM9P5V

"When they get their house, you are happy with them, you rejoice with them." In her 13 years with New Hope, Iris has seen many of her residents feeling hopeless about their lives. "It's a long journey (before they can have their own home)," she shared, "that's why I say that our job here is to give them that belief—that we are here to help, to journey with you, and that you are not alone." Well said, Iris! Indeed, HOPE is a powerful thing. And that's what you ultimately give when you support us, whether as a volunteer or a donor. As New Hope turns 17 this year, we are celebrating the people who have been a part of our incredible journey. Over the next few weeks, we will be sharing their stories with you. Be #BeaconsOfNewHope today: VOLUNTEER: https://www.newhopecs.org.sg/volunteer DONATE: https://www.newhopecs.org.sg/donation Musicbed SyncID: MB01OPBR1EM9P5V

"No matter your age, you can still make a difference, even if you are young." When COVID-19 cases started appearing in Singapore early last year, Harrison and Sri, then both 18-years old and preparing for their IB exams, decided that they needed to step up and help the vulnerable and disadvantaged in the community. Together with a few friends, they started @Comm.UnitySG2020, a youth-led initiative that seeks to raise awareness about the issue of homelessness in Singapore, mobilise youths, and to ultimately serve displaced families and individuals. It was truly inspiring for us to see their passion and dedication to bring hope into the lives of others. We also had a blast making this video - make sure you watch till the end! As New Hope turns 17 this year, we are celebrating the people who have been a part of our incredible journey. Over the next few weeks, we will be sharing their stories with you. Be #BeaconsOfNewHope today: VOLUNTEER: https://www.newhopecs.org.sg/volunteer DONATE: https://www.newhopecs.org.sg/donation Musicbed SyncID: MB01OPBR1EM9P5V

"When we serve others, we learn so much." What has bananas got to do with volunteering? Well, Dr Tan Lai Yong has an interesting fact about organically grown bananas that you may not know—watch the video to find out! Dr Tan has spent most of his medical career helping the disadvantaged—including spending 14 years serving the poor in rural Yunnan, China. When we met him at Kampung Siglap Life Skills Training and Retreat Centre, he has this to say about volunteering, "When we volunteer, we grow: we learn best when we are serving, and actually, the flip side is true (as well), we serve best when we are learning and curious all the time." As New Hope turns 17 this year, we are celebrating the people who have been a part of our incredible journey. Over the next few weeks, we will be sharing their stories with you. Be #BeaconsOfNewHope today: VOLUNTEER: https://www.newhopecs.org.sg/volunteer DONATE: https://www.newhopecs.org.sg/donation Musicbed SyncID: MB01OPBR1EM9P5V

We believe in our community-led initiatives. Our partners and volunteers are some of the most talented and inspirational people we know. Through their initiatives, they bring hope and empowerment to the homeless community. Last year, our friends at Heart Over Mind launched "Tête-a-Tech", a programme to boost the digital competency of the homeless community in Singapore. What does "Tête-a-Tech" mean? Watch the video and find out yourself! Head over to their Instagram page @hom.sg to learn more about the work they do. As New Hope turns 17 this year, we are celebrating the people who have been a part of our incredible journey. Come hear their stories. Be #BeaconsOfNewHope today: VOLUNTEER: https://www.newhopecs.org.sg/volunteer DONATE: https://www.newhopecs.org.sg/donation Musicbed SyncID: MB01OPBR1EM9P5V

What can companies and businesses do to make a positive impact on the lives of the vulnerable and displaced? For over six years, volunteers from Cisco Systems such as Albert have selflessly dedicated their time and resources towards New Hope and our beneficiaries. Their passion and commitment towards our cause are inspirational, and allow us to achieve so much more than we could alone. Watch the video* to hear Albert's take on volunteering and the role of corporates in the social service sector. As New Hope turns 17 this year, we are celebrating the people who have been a part of our incredible journey. Check out our full playlist at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCddQnUZzlBs8RgdzYkjC5hwpG95-BI8T Be #BeaconsOfNewHope today: VOLUNTEER: https://www.newhopecs.org.sg/volunteer DONATE: https://www.newhopecs.org.sg/donate Want to learn more about homelessness? Register for our upcoming Homelessness Learning Forum 2021 here: www.newhopecs.org.sg/hlf2021 *Some scenes in the video were taken before Covid-19. Musicbed SyncID: MB01OPBR1EM9P5V