Hope Garden Ministries

10/12/2026

❤️ It’s what’s INSIDE that counts! ❤️

Just like us, some of us are getting older, we may have a few scars, and we might not always love what we see in the mirror. But at the end of the day, it’s not what’s on the outside that matters most… it’s what’s in our hearts! ❤️

And this container? Well, it’s old, it’s dirty, and let’s be honest… it’s kinda ugly! 😂 BUT!!!!! What’s INSIDE will bless THOUSANDS of people in need! 🙌🏼❤️

We are SO incredibly thankful for our amazing partnership with Matthew 25 Ministries, who continue to bless Hope Garden Ministries and the people of the Bahamas with much-needed donated goods. This container is so much more than a box of supplies… it’s HOPE, it’s LOVE, and it’s a reminder of what can happen when people come together to serve others! 🇧🇸❤️

And to everyone who makes Hope Garden tick …our incredible ground partners, donors, partners here in Canada, our families and friends who stand beside us, encourage us, pray for us, and support this mission …..THANK YOU! 🥰 None of this happens without you!

Most importantly, we give thanks to our Lord, who continues to provide opportunities for us to serve, to love, and to be His hands and feet in the world. 🙏🏼❤️

We continue to be humbled by the opportunities He places before us and are so grateful for every single blessing along the way.

Because in the end, it’s never about how things look on the outside… it’s about the love, the heart, and the blessings waiting on the inside! ❤️🙌🏼

10/02/2026

🎉 CONTAINER #4!!! 🎉

It’s being LOADED TODAY!!! 🙌📦

Soon it will be trucked, trained and shipped to Freeport, Grand Bahama—to its new home at our 2nd Hope Garden Resource Centre! 💛🌴

YES… you read that right! We now have TWO Resource Centres on Grand Bahama! 🇧🇸

God is SO good!!! 🙏✨

Today, we are overflowing with gratitude for Matthew 25 Ministries and their incredible partnership with Hope Garden. Their impact has reached thousands of people and communities, and we are truly humbled and thankful for their continued support of the work God has called us to do.

This container is more than supplies—it’s HOPE IN ACTION. 💛

We can’t wait to share the journey as Container #4 makes its way to Freeport and begins its new chapter!

📸 Stay tuned for pictures & updates!

Hope in Action with Hope Garden 🌱💛🇧🇸

09/02/2026

🌿💛 SOMETHING REALLY SPECIAL IS COMING… 💙🖤

Our next Hope Garden initiative is taking shape, and a playground is just one part of it! 🛝✨

This project is all about creating something meaningful for some really special kids in our Hope Garden community. ❤️

Who’s in?! 👀
Want to know more? Message me….let’s chat! 💬

08/31/2026

✨ A Little Hope Garden Surprise Today! ✨

Today, during our Hope Garden meeting at the lovely 12 Neighbours café here in Fredericton, we had the sweetest unexpected opportunity! ☕️💛

While we were busy planning another exciting project for Grand Bahama, we met a lovely lady named Mackenzie. After hearing a little about what we were working on, she was thrilled to show us around the 12 Neighbours community and share more about the incredible work they’re doing.

We had the wonderful opportunity to tour one of their tiny homes, see how they’re built and learn more about how they lovingly serve their residents. 🏡❤️

Mackenzie, thank you! You truly made our day and gave us such wonderful insight and inspiration!

And if you’re wondering… “What exactly was our Hope Garden meeting about?” 👀🌴

Stay tuned! 😉 Drop a comment if you’re curious, or follow our Hope Garden page for all the exciting details coming soon!

To say we’re excited about this new initiative is an understatement! 🙌

God is up to GREAT things in Grand Bahama!
🌱 Hope in Action with Hope Garden Ministries 💛

08/27/2026

Please consider helping if you can.

Matthew 25: Ministries is a global nonprofit specializing in disaster relief & humanitarian aid helping millions of people in need each year.

08/25/2026

🧐Hmmmm…..
🌱Can you guess what we’re planning?!👀

Share your thoughts in the comments!

08/19/2026

🇧🇸2026 was a full & exciting year for Hope Garden!! But we’re not done!!!

🌱2027, has vacancy for one week in February with our Family Mission Week.

💛We also have availability for the month of May, yes , the entire month of May, Hope Garden is planning to return to Grand Bahama and we have some amazing projects on the go!

📚We are helping to establish a preschool for children with special needs and you can only imagine the work that that involves. We are also continuing to expand our resource centre and distribution efforts to the most vulnerable communities on the island and we need your help!!

If either of these projects sounds like they are up your alley and you’d like more information on how to serve, please reach out, let’s grab a coffee and discuss ways you can impact the lives of people on Grand Bahama💛🌱🇧🇸

08/17/2026

💛🇧🇸🌱Hope in Action needs YOU.
If you’ve ever felt the nudge to serve, to travel with purpose, to be part of something bigger than yourself… this is your moment.

The below featured trip is geared to families seeking a purposeful, fun and rewarding experience!

✨ Applications for our 2027 Hope in Action trips are nearly full! ✨

Come continue the incredible work God is doing at Hope Garden. Come build, serve, laugh, pray, and make memories that will stay with you forever.

Your hands can help.
Your heart can change lives.
And trust us… your life will be changed too.

🌱 Apply now and be part of the next chapter of Hope in Action…. Family Mission Week🇧🇸

08/13/2026

🌱Teams are nearly full for 2027!!! Let’s chat if you want to be on one 😊🇧🇸

08/08/2026

We’ve been very busy with our dear friends Pastor Raymond & Louise. Exploring our province and city, visiting friends & partners, and enjoying just hangin’ out in our part of the world!!! We’ve been blessed to have them visit and you know we can’t wait to get back to Grand Bahama!
Last night capped off our amazing week with a Hope Garden BBQ, hosted by our friends who were just with us in GB, Rick & Bronwyn. So grateful for their generous & kind offer to host. Many past & future friends & team members gathered to reconnect and show their love & support for the Simonze family & the mission!! It was a beautiful evening🌱💛🇧🇸
We are so thankful for everyone’s love and excited for what’s to come with the mission, our partners and new initiatives with Hope Garden🥰