From the moment I was old enough to walk alongside my dad during his hospital rounds, I knew my purpose in life was to help children. Watching him care for his young patients was inspiring, but I couldn’t ignore the emptiness lingering in the air. I saw children who were brave but burdened, their laughter silenced and their hope flickering. It was more than just medicine they needed—it was the spark of joy, a reason to believe in brighter days ahead. That realization planted a seed in my spirit, a passion to restore that light, to inspire communities to bring back smiles and fill hearts with hope again.

Ironically enough, I would find myself back in the hospital, but this time, not as an observer—this time, I was there as the parent of a profoundly disabled child. The weight of the reality before me was overwhelming. My heart broke as I looked around, seeing so many children sitting alone in sterile hospital beds, their eyes reflecting a deep sadness. Even the parents, worn from the endless battle of medical care, seemed trapped in a fragile balance between hope and exhaustion. It was in that moment, amidst the beeping monitors and muted cries, that I felt a spark ignite within me—a calling beyond anything I had ever known. I realized the immense need for light and joy into such a dark space for these children. Little did I know, this calling would be fulfilled in the most unexpected way, through the incredible and life-changing gift of our son with significant disabilities, who would go on to inspire my life’s mission in ways I could never have foreseen.

There is no greater joy than dedicating your life to bringing light, love, and hope to children in need. It is through your compassion, generosity, and unwavering commitment that we can create moments of happiness and spark lasting smiles. Thank you for being a part of the Happy Hope Foundation, for sharing your incredible gifts of time, talent, and treasure, and for standing with us as a beacon of hope.

Founder & CEO