About
Our Mission Statement
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As a spiritually-based humanitarian organization, the North Country Mission of Hope is committed to fostering hope and empowering relationships with the people of Nicaragua through sustainable programs in education, healthcare, community and ecological development; and by supporting local, national or global areas impacted by disasters and poverty.
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North Country Mission of Hope is an organization that improves the lives of others through goodwill and faith.
Our Leadership
The North Country Mission of Hope continues to foster hope and empower relationships with the people of Nicaragua through sustainable programs in education, healthcare, community, and ecological sustainability and by supporting local, national or global areas impacted by disasters and poverty.
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In addition, our efforts in Nicaragua are coordinated and administered by more than 12 paid Nicaraguan staff members in Nicaragua, as well as countless hours of volunteer efforts both here and in Nicaragua.
Key Numbers
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​Only 29% of Nicaraguan children finish the mandated six years of schooling.
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47% of children we serve suffer from chronic malnutrition.
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Nicaragua has one of the youngest populations in the world, with a median age of 21 years old.
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33% of Nicaragua's population is under 15 years old.
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Over 75% of Nicaraguans live on less than $2.00 a day.
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Only 25% of Nicaragua's rural families have access to safe drinking water and sanitary facilities.