Our Stories
What does adoption really look like? What happens on a mission trip? How does a small act of generosity change a life?
You’ll find the answers in our stories.
For more than 30 years, we’ve come alongside vulnerable children and families through international adoption, mission trips, humanitarian projects, adoption training, and family support. The work looks different from story to story, but each one gives us a glimpse of the hope, challenges, faith, and transformation that happen along the way.
Take a look inside these stories and see the impact for yourself. And if America World has been part of your story, we’d love for you to share it with us.
She Used Her Time to Build a Future: Meseret’s Story
When Meseret finally had a saxophone of her own, she didn't just practice; she found her voice. Today, she's performing for crowds, graduating from a year-long videography program, learning Korean, and dreaming of building a career alongside her brother. Find out how one simple gift helped Meseret make room for a bigger future.
From Learning a Skill to Running a Business: Kal’s Story
When Kal arrived at America World's Bete Hosanna program, she had no trade, no plan, and no way to support herself. Today, she's a business owner, an accountant, and just months away from earning her college degree. Read how an investment in one young woman's future changed everything.
From the Streets to a Future: Mitike’s Story
Meet Mitike, whom America World first met as a determined teenage girl in an Ethiopian orphanage. Today, she’s a hotel manager, pastry chef-in-training, wife, and mother. Discover how Bete Hosanna helped transform her hopes for the future into reality — and how you can help more girls find hope and opportunity.