Stories

A Brighter Smile for Josefina

For years, Josefina hid her smile. At 65, she had learned to live with discomfort after decades of dental pain, financial strain, and shrinking confidence. When she finally saved enough moneyto buy a set of...

Mission in Every Message: How Advance’s Branding Drives Our Impact

As a nonprofit organization, everything we design, write, and communicate is rooted in purpose. Our brand colors, our words, and the stories we tell work together to bring our mission to life. Together, they shape...

Nourishment and Hope for Jerry and Lei Lanni

When Jerry and Lei Lanni, both in their mid-eighties, opened the simple cardboard box on their kitchen table, they were filled with gratitude. Inside was a thoughtfully packed nutrition food box, filled with whole grains,...

Specialized Care for Fabiola

Every day, Reyna spent hours feeding her little girl by hand, praying that the next bite would not make her choke. Fabiola was born with cerebral palsy and because of this, she was especially vulnerable...

The Future of Public Health Starts Here: How Show Up! Builds Career Pathways 

What does community mean to you?  That is one of the questions that high school students are first asked when they apply to Advance Community’s high school program, Show Up!  Students often say something like,...

Beyond Survival: Providing Nourishment, Care, & Hope to the Elderly in Guatemala

Every night brought hunger and uncertainty. And every morning began with the same question—would they survive another day? In the mountains of Alta Verapaz, Guatemala, 70-year-old Julia and Concepción woke for years to the same...

Spreading Holiday Joy Through Our Partnership with Avis Guatemala

Spreading Holiday Joy Through Our Partnership with Avis Guatemala The holiday season is a time for connection, kindness, and celebration, and our partnership with Avis Guatemala perfectly captures the spirit of the season. While we...

Fall Newsletter

Nurturing Futures: Feeding Babies & Empowering Mothers in Latin America

In a little village in El Salvador, Alejandra cradled her frail newborn. Her heart was heavy with worry, as Her baby girl couldn’t nurse, and she had no money for formula. She turned to her...

Mes de Concientización sobre el Cáncer de Mama: Priorizando la Salud Preventiva en Nuestra Comunidad

Mes de Concientización sobre el Cáncer de Mama: Priorizando la Salud Preventiva en Nuestra Comunidad Octubre es el Mes de Concientización sobre el Cáncer de Mama, un tiempo dedicado a crear conciencia sobre el cáncer...

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Prioritizing Preventative Health in Our Community

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Prioritizing Preventative Health in Our Community October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about breast cancer and promoting the importance of early detection. While Advance Community...

How Estate Planning Can Help You and Support Your Community

How Estate Planning Can Help You and Support Your Community Estate planning is often overlooked, but it’s a vital step in protecting your loved ones, ensuring your wishes are honored, and securing your legacy. During...