Heartbeat

2023 October Heartbeat
From the Heart Change is in the air! In my hometown, the leaves are changing colors and falling. The night air is crisp and cool and suddenly hearty meals sound appealing. This prompted me to think a little more about change. You see, the Philip Hayden Foundation has been undergoing change for the past three […]
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2023 September Heartbeat
From the Heart Decades ago, Tim and Pam Baker moved to China to teach English. They were later joined by their good friend Philip Hayden. While living in China, they became aware of the plight of vulnerable children, which touched their hearts. This became much more hands-on with the adoption of the Baker’s daughter, Esther. […]
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2023 August Heartbeat
From the Heart Are you part of a community? Every community has a purpose, like a source of social connection or a sense of belonging. Sociologists tell us that, as humans, we need that sense of belonging to thrive. Most of us are members of more than one community, and if you read this newsletter, […]
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2023 July Heartbeat
From the Heart Twenty years ago, we saw the very first photo of our fourth daughter. While our other daughters are also adopted, this was our first adoption from China and the first one we had chosen to adopt a child with correctible special needs. Her photo had been taken nearly a year before, and […]
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2023 June Heartbeat
Free Health Fairs in Yucatán, Mexico What would it be like not having access to medical care? Unfortunately, it’s a reality for many families living in extreme poverty near Mérida on the Yucatán Peninsula. Our partner, Red de Ciudadanos de Mérida, a local charity, addresses this concern. A health fair with free access to medical […]
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May 2023 Heartbeat
From the Heart How many people do you know with asthma? As you may know, asthma affects the airways in the lungs, causing difficulty breathing. For some people, asthma is just an inconvenience. But for others, it can interfere with daily activities and lead to a life-threatening asthma attack. May is Asthma Awareness Month, so […]
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April 2023 Heartbeat
From the Heart Have you ever planned a BIG family vacation or experience? Did you read about your destination or ask friends for recommendations? Travelers often plan their sightseeing or activities based on personal interests and values, perhaps museums, waterfront activities, or local restaurants. For example, when we traveled to China to adopt our daughter, […]
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2023 March Heartbeat
PHF provides access to medical care to vulnerable children in Mexico. Many families in poverty lack the safety nets we have in the US.
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2023 February Heartbeat
From the Heart Are you “in the middle?” Unfortunately, many of the children and families we help are. “The middle is fog, exhaustion, loneliness, the daily battle against despair, and the nagging fear that tomorrow will be just like today, only you will be wearier and less able to defend yourself against it,” writes Shauna […]
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2023 January Heartbeat
From the Heart As we close out 2022, stories of heartbreak and hope fill my thoughts. Because of local civil affairs restrictions, Shepherd’s Field Children’s Village remains closed. I miss the ring of children’s laughter, the chatter of the nannies as they gather meals for their houses, and the parade of children making their way […]
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2022 December Heartbeat
From the Heart As 2022 comes to a close, we are thankful for you and the impact you have made in the lives of children. Your donations to Philip Hayden Foundation have transformed lives in China and Mexico, with success in providing humanitarian aid, medical and therapy care, education, and vocational training. You can read […]
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2022 November Heartbeat
Announcing a new domain and website to showcase expansion to vulnerable children in China and Mexico. In addition, this issue highlights aid to vulnerable children worldwide.
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2022 October Heartbeat
PHF donations impacted a family with a medical crisis, a young woman with disabilities, and a boy with developmental delays.
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2022 September Heartbeat
Orphan care in China has changed over the past decade. Philip Hayden Foundation continues to collaborate with local charities to change lives.
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2022 August Heartbeat
Make an impact on World Humanitarian Day with PHF! PHF provides humanitarian aid, vocational training, and therapy in China.
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2022 July Heartbeat
July is disability awareness month. Read about the kids with invisible disabilities that PHF is supporting.
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2022 June Heartbeat
Childhood trauma can be caused by disabilities, but support can alter the outcome. Meet children whose lives are changed by your donations.
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2022 May Heartbeat
This month PHF is sharing inspiring stories of hope through medical care or therapy in China and in Mexico.
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2022 April Heartbeat
This month PHF is sharing inspiring stories of hope in China and Mexico. Read on to learn how PHF is transforming lives in both countries.
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2022 March Heartbeat
This month PHF is sharing stories of renewal and hope. Read about Faith’s forever family and a new adoption grant honoring Luke through MAA.
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2022 February Heartbeat
PHF is sharing memories of Luke, who passed away in early January this month. Luke joined the Shepherd’s Field family as an infant.
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2022 January Heartbeat
PHF has completed 26 years of helping orphans in China. In 2022, vulnerable children in rural China still need our support.
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2021 December Heartbeat
The number of orphans in China has decreased every year since 2012. However, orphan care in rural Asia still needs your help to meet basic needs.
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2021 November Heartbeat
November is a month to recognize and express gratitude, especially for ordinary things. Share your gratitude on Giving Tuesday.
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