Nathaniel’s Hope, a charity devoted to special needs children and their families, recently purchased 210 acres from the YMCA of Central Florida. The non-profit’s acquisition of the property was announced this week on their social media platforms.
According to the announcement from the co-founders of Nathaniel’s Hope, Tim and Marie Kuck, the newly-aquired plot of land at 4601 Young Pine Road includes three lakes and more than 100 acres of water, and provides space for the development of facilities for a “wide variety of different types of recreation in months and years to come.”
The property includes three lakes and more than 100 acres of water. Nathaniel’s Hope has plans for the property in southeast Orlando for a development called “Hopetown,” which would provide residential facilities, medical and therapeutic programs, job training and more to children and adults with disabilities. It is currently fundraising for the Hopetown development. To donate, visit their official donation page at NathanielsHope.org/donate.
History of Nathaniel’s Hope:
Nathaniel’s Hope celebrates kids with special needs (our VIPs) as well as educates and equips communities and churches to provide free respite care and programs to enrich the lives of VIP families. Their programs are designed to provide hope and practical assistance to VIP kids of all ages and their families.
Nathaniel Timothy Kuck, “A Treasured Gift of God,” was born on June 6, 1997, prematurely with multiple birth anomalies including Duodenal Artesia and Craniosynostosis. He was said to have an undiagnosed syndrome. Surgeries, therapies, sickness, and hospital visits all became a normal part of his life.
After proving himself to be “a miracle boy,” beating the odds time and again by overcoming many physical obstacles and challenges on November 13, 2001, at an early age of 4½ years old, Nathaniel relocated to 777 Heavenly Lane. His purpose has been fulfilled, and he has now returned back home to his Creator. At his new home, he is no longer physically restricted, bound by surgeries, feeding tubes or braces, and he is now free to run on the streets of gold.
Nathaniel taught us that each life has Value and Incredible Purpose (VIPs). What may appear to be imperfect in the eyes of humans, really is perfect in the sight of God. He taught us about the meaning of “unconditional love,” perseverance, and he was a great showcase of God’s faithfulness. His captivating smile and the simple joy he brought to all who entered his world were God’s special gift and that is greatly missed.
His memory will always be cherished and his little handprints and lessons he taught us will be imprinted on our hearts forever. We miss “little man’s” smile and his presence in our home, but the memory of his life propels us to fulfill God’s purposes after his death.
Through his death, we hope to bring encouragement and life to others. To hear and see more of our story, we encourage you to watch the video below and pick up a copy of our book, Hope Lives.
Marie and Tim Kuck
Nathaniel’s mom and dad
