History

Giving Children Hope, also known as Global Operations & Development, was founded in 1993 by President and CEO, John Ditty and his wife, who committed their lives to help the world’s most disadvantaged children. Touched by the great needs of these children, they began to help through the delivery of donated medicines, medical supplies and equipment to some of the most economically impacted parts of the world. However, with a closer look at children living in low-income communities in the United States, this vision grew to include local families with immediate assistance in basic needs and healthcare.

As part of that mission it became obvious that serving families was a necessary part of serving children. Giving Children Hope also has made it a priority to work with needs in the United States, while also participating in worldwide needs that also touch the lives of children.