Changing the world…one sole at a time.
Manny and Tracie Ohonme, along with the Samaritan’s Feet board of directors, would like to invite you to join them for the fifth annual Champions of Hope Weekend! It will be their pleasure to host you for what has become a truly pivotal event in the annual calendar of the Samaritan’s Feet ministry—one that inspires and refreshes guests while helping Samaritan’s Feet further its mission of creating a world with zero shoeless children.
As a guest, you will be treated to incredible speakers and performers as well as testimonies from those who have been impacted by the global work of Samaritan’s Feet. You’ll also have the chance to enjoy the beauty and elegance of the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, and engage with likeminded guests who share your passion for changing the lives of children in the U.S. and around the world.
We would be honored if you would join in our ministry’s exciting journey by attending Champions of Hope Weekend!
Featured Personalities
Matthew West
4-time Grammy Nominee
5 No. 1 Billboard Christian Songs
Ginny Owens
3-time Dove Award Winner
2000 GMA New Artist of the Year
Damien Horne
Nationally Acclaimed Speaker/Performer
Recording Artist and Songwriter
Candace Payne
Author, “Laugh It Up!”
Viral Sensation “Chewbacca Mom”
Jon Gordon
Bestselling Author & Speaker
Mentor for Coaches & Sports Teams
Ted Cunningham
Comedian, Date Night Comedy Tour
Pastor, Woodland Hills Family Church (MO)
Event Schedule
Thursday (5/2)
- Registration
- 3:00 – 6:00 P.M.
Ritz-Carlton Ballroom Foyer
- 3:00 – 6:00 P.M.
- Welcome Reception
- 6:00 – 6:30 P.M.
Courtyard
- 6:00 – 6:30 P.M.
- Dinner
- 6:30 – 7:45 P.M.
Courtyard
- 6:30 – 7:45 P.M.
- Session 1
- 8:00 – 9:30 P.M.
- Ritz-Carlton Ballroom
- Dessert Reception
- 9:30 – 10:00 P.M.
Ballroom Foyer/Patio
- 9:30 – 10:00 P.M.
Friday (5/3)
- Breakfast
- 7:30 – 8:30 A.M.
Salt
- 7:30 – 8:30 A.M.
- Session 2
- 8:45 – 10:15 A.M.
- Ritz-Carlton Ballroom
- Shoe Distribution
- 10:15 A.M. – 1:15 P.M.
Off-site (Box Lunch)
- Leisure Time
1:15 P.M. – 6:00 P.M.
- 10:15 A.M. – 1:15 P.M.
- Dinner
- 6 – 7:15 P.M.
Ocean Front Lawn
- 6 – 7:15 P.M.
- Session 3
- 7:30 – 9:30 P.M.
- Ritz-Carlton Ballroom
- Dessert Reception
- 9:30 – 10:00 P.M.
- Ritz-Carlton Ballroom
Ballroom Foyer/Patio
Saturday (5/4)
- Breakfast
- 7:30 – 8:30 A.M.
Salt
- 7:30 – 8:30 A.M.
- Session 4
- 8:45 – 11:15 A.M.
Ritz-Carlton Ballroom
- 8:45 – 11:15 A.M.
- Leisure Time
- 11:15 A.M. – 6:00 P.M.
- Dinner
- 6:00 – 7:15 P.M
Ocean Front Lawn
- 6:00 – 7:15 P.M
- Session 5
- 7:30 – 9:30 P.M.
Ritz-Carlton Ballroom
- 7:30 – 9:30 P.M.
- Dessert Reception
- 9:30 – 10:00 P.M.
Ballroom Foyer/Patio
- 9:30 – 10:00 P.M.
Sunday (5/5)
- Breakfast
- 7:30 – 8:30 A.M.
- Salt
- Session 6
- 8:45 – 10:00 A.M.
- Ritz-Carlton Ballroom
- Event Concludes
- 10:00 A.M.
Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island
The host resort for Champions of Hope Weekend is The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, where southern charm, magnificent scenery and casually elegant surroundings exemplify the gentle ambience of this barrier island’s luxury beachfront resort. During the leisure breaks of Champions of Hope Weekend, you can revel in the stunning coastal views while lying on the beach, surrender to serenity at the on-site spa, indulge in fine dining or play 18 holes on the resort’s private golf course lined with ancient, moss-covered oaks.
GOLF
The Golf Club of Amelia Island offers an 18-hole championship golf course with breathtaking views on resort property.
SPA
Relax in a tranquil atmosphere and enjoy a variety of luxury spa treatments and packages.
BEACH
Three private boardwalks connect resort guests to a quarter mile of pristine oceanfront, buffered by a natural landscape of sand dunes and sea oats.
ACTIVITIES
Enjoy relaxing by the resort’s pools, play tennis, ride a bicycle, go kayaking or explore the historic surrounding area.
