About Caribbean Girls Mission of Hope
Care moves further when we move together.
From the Bronx to communities across the Caribbean and beyond, we turn compassion into practical support, education, and opportunity.
Rooted in the Bronx
Connected across borders
Community-led
Care shaped around real needs
IRS-recognized 501(c)(3)
EIN 85-3613895 · Tax-exempt since 2021
Local roots. Global reach.
From New York to partner communities abroad
Why we exist
A mission rooted in care. A vision shaped by hope.
Caribbean Girls Mission of Hope connects immediate assistance with the relationships people need to move forward with dignity.
Our mission
To provide compassionate, practical assistance that helps people meet immediate needs and move forward with dignity.
Our vision
Communities where every person can access safety, support, education, and meaningful opportunity.
A message from our founder
“Our goal is to motivate you to spread hope around the world and positively impact someone’s life. Together, we can make a real difference.”
H.E. Rhonda Benn-Valerio
President & Founder
Who we serve
People are at the heart of our work.
Our programs center people navigating violence, poverty, displacement, and crisis, with care shaped around practical needs.
01
Women and girls
Seeking safety and support after domestic or sexual violence.
02
Children
Growing and learning in orphanages and under-resourced schools.
03
Older adults
In need of shelter, care, meals, or essential items.
04
Families and individuals
Navigating poverty, displacement, or crisis.
Our reach
A shared mission across borders.
Our network reaches communities throughout the Caribbean, Central America, South America, Africa, and the United States.
- 🇩🇲 Dominica
- 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
- 🇬🇾 Guyana
- 🇭🇹 Haiti
- 🇭🇳 Honduras
- 🇯🇲 Jamaica
- 🇵🇦 Panama
- 🇿🇦 South Africa
- 🇰🇳 St. Kitts & Nevis
- 🇱🇨 St. Lucia
- 🇸🇷 Suriname
- 🇹🇹 Trinidad & Tobago
- 🇺🇸 New York
- 🇺🇸 New Jersey
United StatesCaribbeanCentral & South AmericaAfrica
The people behind the work
Guided by people who care deeply.
Our board members, country coordinators, and outreach leaders bring lived experience, practical knowledge, and a shared commitment to service.
Recognition
Service that has been seen and honored.
- 2022 U.S. President’s Volunteer Service Award
- Ruth Sisters Naomi Award
- Commander of the Most Noble Order of Global Peace Ambassador Award
- Certificate of Recognition from Senator Leroy Comrie
Hope grows through action
There is a place for you in this mission.
Give, volunteer, partner, or simply help more people discover the work.
Start here