by Michael Brewer | Aug 13, 2026
Ty’s Story Aging out of foster care can be one of the most vulnerable and uncertain times in a young person’s life. At just 18— with no family to fall back on and little support — they’re expected to navigate adulthood alone. Each year in Arizona, nearly 800...
by Michael Brewer | Aug 13, 2026
Ahnjellyka’s Story Jeremiah 29:11 has been a defining verse for my life. Through God’s grace, my life story has been a fulfillment of His promises. Growing up was not easy, but I have overcome the obstacles. Never in my wildest dreams could I have foreseen the...
by Michael Brewer | Dec 9, 2025
If you’re 70½ or older and have a traditional (or eligible) IRA, you can use a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) to give to Hope & A Future in a tax-smart way. A QCD is a direct transfer from your IRA to a qualified 501(c)(3) charity — no need for the money...
by Michael Brewer | Sep 20, 2025
For all of us, the past week has been overwhelming: last week’s school shooting in Evergreen, Colorado, the assassination of Charlie Kirk, and the anniversary of 9/11. As I’ve been processing the events of this past week, I’m reminded of this verse: “And we know that...
by Michael Brewer | Aug 13, 2024
If you are a girl (and I’m assuming some of you are), you probably have experienced those glorious moments in your life where you get dressed up, look your best, and actually feel… dare I say it?…. pretty. I’m not sure if we always realize the significance of those...
