Deaf Child Hope Has a New Partner In Gracias Honduras

Empower Deaf Children in Honduras Through Child Sponsorship

At Deaf Child Hope International, we are committed to transforming the lives of Deaf children worldwide. We are thrilled to announce our 17th partner, Two Hands Ministry, based in Gracias, Honduras. Founded by Ellie Cecil, Two Hands brings language education, community building, and the Gospel to Deaf children and their families in Western Honduras.

Breaking Barriers for Deaf Children in Honduras

In Honduras, Deaf children often face isolation due to a lack of resources and support. Many are welcomed into schools but don’t have access to proper language education, making it nearly impossible for them to keep up with their peers. Instead, they often mimic others without truly understanding what’s being taught.

Ellie Cecil, a Sign Language Interpreter from Riverdale, Michigan, saw this heartbreaking gap firsthand. God called her to Honduras in 2017, where she began tutoring a Deaf child of an American family. What she discovered was life-changing: an urgent need for structured language education and community support for Deaf children.

In 2018, Ellie launched Two Hands Ministry. Since then, children and their families have come out of the woodwork, eager for the opportunity to learn Honduran Sign Language (LESHO) and connect with one another. Two Hands Ministry now provides vital language education and support to approximately 10 Deaf children and their families, primarily in their homes.

Why Family Involvement Matters

Two Hands Ministry focuses on making education a family-centered experience, involving not just the Deaf children but also their parents and siblings. This approach helps foster meaningful relationships within families, which Ellie considers one of the most glorious parts of her work.

“For the first time, parents are connecting with other parents who share the same struggles,” Ellie shares. “It simply just wasn’t ever discussed with them.”

In addition to helping children, Ellie hosts a weekly gathering for Deaf adults. For many, this is their first time learning sign language and meeting other Deaf individuals—a transformative experience that allows them to communicate effectively for the first time in their lives.

Challenges and the Need for Support

One of Ellie’s greatest challenges is physically reaching the children in need. The mountainous terrain around Gracias makes commuting difficult, with some journeys taking 45 minutes to cover just 10 miles. Despite these obstacles, Ellie is committed to expanding her reach and providing critical resources to families.

This is where child sponsorship makes a significant difference. Through sponsorships, Deaf Child Hope can help fund essential resources, including transportation, teaching materials, and support for more families. Sponsoring a Deaf child directly contributes to their education and helps ensure that Ellie can continue her impactful work.

Join Us in Supporting Deaf Children in Honduras

Deaf Child Hope is excited to partner with Ellie and Two Hands Ministry. We’ve already secured a teacher sponsorship and a Deaf child sponsorship to support this vital mission—but there is so much more to do.

By sponsoring a Deaf child through Deaf Child Hope, you can provide them with the language education, community support, and love they need to thrive. These children face unique challenges, but with your support, they can overcome barriers and build brighter futures.

Make a Difference Today

Join us in welcoming Ellie and Two Hands Ministry to the Deaf Child Hope family. Become a sponsor today and transform the life of a Deaf child in Honduras.