Our trauma-driven mentoring program is designed for youth in Cuyahoga County and Northeastern Ohio who have been impacted by the foster care system.
ABOUT THE HOPE PROGRAM
We recruit and train a team of volunteers from diverse backgrounds, ethnicities, and experiences to engage our young people who are given voice and choice in the selection of their communities.
We train youth with volunteers as we bring them together to help create friendships and support that encourages youth to reach for their dreams. Volunteers meet weekly for the first year to establish trust and to tear down barriers of trauma. Once the friendships are established, the community becomes a family. We are always looking for more volunteers to join us in this vital work.
“I am so grateful to know in my heart these few people are life-long.”
What We've Achieved
100% of youth satisfied with program.
76% of youth are currently working.
98% of youth are engaged with mentors.
86% of youth improved optimism after one year.
97% of youth are in stable housing.
None of our youth are incarcerated.