A New Home for Jenay Stewart and Kids
In a heartwarming ceremony earlier today, Smart and Hand in Hand Ministry handed over a brand-new home to a single mother in Belize City. This generous act marks another milestone in their mission to support families in need. The new homeowner, Jenay Stewart, surrounded by friends and community members, expressed her deep gratitude for the life-changing gift. Here’s more on this inspiring story.
Isani Cayetano, Reporting
For Jenay Stewart and her kids, getting the keys to their new home through Hand in Hand Ministries is a moment of pure joy and gratitude. It’s a dream come true for this single mother, who has worked tirelessly and persevered through many challenges. The feeling of finally having a safe and secure place to call their own is simply indescribable.

Jenay Stewart
Jenay Stewart, Homeowner
“I mi always wahn have my own home, but something weh I noh haffi pay rent. Something my kids could call their own home. Soh I mean wahn whole lot to me.”
For Hand in Hand Ministries, the joy of gifting a new home to a family in need is truly heartwarming and fulfilling. Seeing the smiles and tears of happiness on the faces of families as they receive their keys is a profound experience. Knowing that they’ve helped provide a safe, secure, and loving environment for them is incredibly rewarding. For Shannon Stuart, it’s not just about giving a house; it’s about offering hope, stability, and a fresh start. Each home built strengthens the community and brings people closer together, creating a deep sense of connection and purpose that makes this work so special.

Shannon Stuart
Shannon Stuart, Hand in Hand Ministries
“It’s always an amazing opportunity to work with an organization that builds for families that are in need of housing assistance, providing not only homes but stability, hope, and a foundation for them to build a better life for themselves. If you notice the house, it’s an upgrade from our other houses that we build. It comes with electrical, plumbing, ceiling inside, aluminum windows and a veranda.”
As a corporate citizen, building community through partnerships with organizations like Hand in Hand Ministries is incredibly important. These partnerships allow Smart to make a tangible difference in the lives of those in need, fostering a sense of unity and shared purpose. By working together, Smart and its partner can pool resources, expertise, and passion to create lasting positive change.

Karina Canto
Karina Canto, PR & Communications, Smart
“This is our third home that we have partnered with Hand In Hand Ministry. It’s a privilege for us to be a partner with Hand In Hand Ministry as we look to invest in our communities. Outside of being a mobile service provider, we look at things that we can do, not only to improve our services but also the community because that helps them in the long run to feel empowered and really, just on a whole, contribute to Belize’s economy because once they feel that they are worth it, they provide positively to the community.”
Supporting initiatives that provide safe and secure homes not only improve the quality of life for individual families but also strengthens the entire community. It promotes stability, encourages economic growth, and enhances social cohesion. Moreover, these efforts reflect a commitment to corporate social responsibility, showing that the company cares about the well-being of the communities it serves. Isani Cayetano for News Five.
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