Helping Our People Evolve (HOPE) is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating opportunities for the youth in low income neighborhoods. Since its inception, HOPE has been working with children through several different programs such as our after school initiative “HOPE THROUGH AFTER SCHOOL”. Each program is taught by professional mentors in their respective subjects.
HOPE THROUGH was created because at HOPE, we recognize that our youth deserve more opportunities. Opportunities to develop life skills such as critical consciousness, critical thinking and how to foster empathy, to name a few. We believe we can teach our children to cultivate and facilitate their skills while adopting the knowledge and expertise of our community leaders to help them build connections to future generations and expand on our culture.
At HOPE, we believe that the inspiration from direct representation of our residents makes all the difference in continuing to reflect the aesthetics of our communities; a powerful and instrumental part of the change we seek. Below is a list of all ten of our mentorship programs with a brief description:
- HOPE THROUGH ART is designed for young artists to learn how to articulate their thoughts using the world’s oldest method of communication and expression. Historically, art has been used in many ways to positively inspire change during times of turmoil and political unrest, as well as to showcase the local beauties of impoverished communities. Demonstrating the success of community leaders in the world of art should serve as an inspiration to our youth.
- HOPE THROUGH DANCE creates opportunities for young dancers to learn how to express themselves and promote cultural uniqueness. With the help of our local dancers, we aspire to teach children to use their bodies as a voice to reflect the beauty of life but also highlight the world’s pervasive problems.
- HOPE THROUGH HEALTH is focused on activities aimed at physical health and mental health. By building daily routines we create healthy habits that aid in our development as we enter adulthood. At HOPE, one of our goals is to remove the barriers in our community preventing this growth; barriers such as cost, access and lack of information. Our local health and wellness experts are ready to break down those barriers.
- HOPE THROUGH $ was started to equip community members with the skill of financial literacy. In this program, they will learn to manage money more efficiently and effectively with the help of knowledgeable local financial experts. This tool will serve as an essential component in improving the financial literacy of both youth and adult residents alike in our communities.
- HOPE THROUGH MURALS recognizes the need for people to see positive, direct representation that boosts pride and self-worth. We will be visually enhancing all our school surroundings with murals that directly reflect the culture and aesthetics of our communities. Showcasing murals with heroes, leaders and community members will sub-consciously imprint success on a daily basis.
- HOPE THROUGH MUSIC promotes creativity for young musicians looking to express themselves through lyrics and/or sound. Music artists are known to use their voices to relay their life experiences, highlight moods, emotions and speak about society. With the help of our local musicians, we seek to inspire our children to use their instruments wisely and help them be heard.
- HOPE THROUGH LITERACY aids families in keeping their children scholastically engaged while helping them become avid learners. We aim to provide personal libraries to families because at HOPE, we believe that reading is the foundation to lifelong learning.
- HOPE THROUGH STEM is about creating opportunities for young innovators to accentuate their creativity and enhance their problem solving abilities. With our hands-on approach to both teaching and learning, we hope to cultivate our kids’ natural creativity and curious nature, helping develop the confidence needed to be successful at tackling challenges in society.
- HOPE THROUGH TECHNOLOGY’S purpose is to create opportunities for community members to obtain modern technological devices and learn the skills needed to use them proficiently. In an age where tech is undoubtedly the most essential skill in society, HOPE is dedicated to teaching our youth all the basic skills needed to flourish in an ever changing world.
- HOPE THROUGH COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT is an initiative to encourage acts of service based on justice , equal opportunities and reduced waste. Hope is dedicated to nurturing our youths’ future voice, responsibilities and sustainably in the world.
Our “HOPE THROUGH” culture is that of community spirit. A place where community members can develop a sense of camaraderie in their journey to achieving a common goal. Gatherings, events and lectures help develop relationships and emotional intelligence. Creating a model of culture can help improve by building systems designated to supporting, elevating and transforming communities. At HOPE, we stand by our name; Helping Our People Evolve.
(All our programs and events provided to schools will reflect a subsidy from H.O.P.E.)
HOPE EVENTS: (School Events)
HOPE CARNIVAL
DANCE PARTY: Un Sancocho
ART EVENT: Una Justicia
SEL EVENT
MUSIC EVENT
TREAT 4 ME
READ OUT LOUD EVENT
SPIRIT DAY
GRADUATION
IF YOU’D LIKE TO INQUIRE ABOUT ANY OF OUR SCHOOL PROGRAMS, CONTACT US BY FILLING OUT OUR FORM BELOW: