Voices of Hope
We are honored and humbled to share the stories of the incredible families in our community. These are stories of resilience, love, and the enduring power of hope. We are grateful to each family for allowing us to walk alongside them and for sharing their journey with you.
Explore Our Stories
From “Why Me?” to “Why Not Me?”: Jon and Donna’s Story
From "Why Me?" to "Why Not Me?": Jon and Donna's Story Summary: On this episode of the Inheritance of Hope Podcast, young father Jon and his wife Donna discuss his two time diagnosis of testicular cancer. This episode unpacks what that experience was like for the...
The Life-Changing Impact of Inheritance of Hope: Natalie’s Story
The Life-Changing Impact of Inheritance of Hope: Natalie's Story One day, Natalie’s friend Jill asked her to volunteer for an Inheritance of Hope Legacy Retreat® in Orlando after eight more families joined the lineup. “I was like, ‘How in the world could I volunteer?...
Monumental Legacy vs. Micro-Moment Legacy
Monumental Legacy vs. Micro-Moment Legacy The flashing cursor. The tapping pencil. The blank page. Like most parents, you want nothing more than to gather your thoughts and create a lasting legacy. Maybe through a letter filled with life-lessons, or a collection of...
National Estate Planning Awareness Week
Peace of Mind Starts with a Plan October 19-25th is National Estate Planning Awareness Week — a timely reminder of something many of us put off: creating or updating an estate plan. Studies show that 70% of American adults don’t have a will. Without one, decisions...
First-Ever End of Year Kickoff Call, Oct. 22 & 25
As a member of the Inheritance of Hope community and a supporter of our mission, you are an important part of what makes this work possible. We’d love for you to join us for our first-ever End of Year Kickoff Call later this month. Trust us, you’ll want to be...
Feel Good Friday 9-25-2026
A 1-minute prompt to help build your legacy Be intentional this fall. Fall is a great opportunity to slow down and spend time with your loved ones. Go outside and look for changing leaves, visit a pumpkin patch, bake a sweet treat together, have a cozy family movie...
Deliver Joy to Families with a Holiday Hope Box!
As fall begins, our team is starting to prepare for the holiday season. Why? Because for families facing life-threatening illness and loss, the holidays can feel overwhelming. This holiday season, families can request a Holiday Hope Box, filled with seasonal...
Feel Good Friday 9-4-2026
A 1-minute prompt to help build your legacy How will you be intentional this weekend? A holiday weekend = more time to make memories. Brainstorm some ideas with your family for ways you can make memories together. Whether it’s enjoying time outside, having a movie...
Feel Good Friday 8-28-2026
A 1-minute prompt to help build your legacy Tell someone why they matter to you Everybody wants to feel encouraged by someone they love. One of the best ways to give that gift to others is by telling them why they matter to you. What does their love mean to you? How...
Feel Good Friday 8-21-2026
A 1-minute prompt to help build your legacy How can you be present today? Your presence is one of the greatest gifts you can give to your loved ones. You don’t need the perfect words or a perfect plan, you simply need to be there. Take time to listen, laugh, or sit...
Feel Good Friday 8-14-2026
A 1-minute prompt to help build your legacy When was the last time you created something together? A great way to make memories with your loved ones is by creating something together. Whether it’s baking cookies, craft project or puzzle, building a blanket fort, or...
Joe and Ashleigh: End of Life Planning with Time Still Left
Joe and his wife Ashleigh Quirarte were about to conclude one chapter of their lives, when Joe’s unexpected diagnosis brought a sudden change of plans. Follow the couple as they navigate their journey through terminal illness in this article. After twenty years in the...
You Have a Story Too.
Are you an Inheritance of Hope family with a story of hope you'd like to share? We would be honored to hear from you. Sharing your experience can provide incredible comfort and inspiration to other families just beginning their journey.