About Us

OUR MISSION

Villages of Hope provides independent living residential support and essential life-skills development for emancipated foster youth and other homeless youth in need. We are dedicated to providing a supportive and proactive living and learning environment for youth who “age out” of the state’s foster care system. We are committed to meeting a desperate need in our community by sharing God’s love, supporting the transition to adulthood, and building hope one young adult at a time.

“Keep me safe, O God, for in you I find refuge.” – Psalm 16:1

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OUR VISION

To guide youth in developing their God-given potential by mastering the life-skills necessary for successful independence.

With regard to the youth in our Village, we strive to build hope rather than despair, potential rather than limitations, healing rather than hurting, belonging rather than isolation, independence rather than dependence, and what the future can be, rather than what the past has been

WHY VILLAGES OF HOPE?

Villages of Hope, a sister entity of Place of Hope, is dedicated to transforming the lives of aged-out foster youth, homeless youth, single mothers with dependent children, and survivors of human trafficking. Our mission is to create a supportive and proactive living environment that empowers individuals to achieve self-sufficiency and stability. We believe in nurturing potential through comprehensive life-skills training and development opportunities. Residents participate in tailored programs designed to enhance their personal and professional skills, preparing them for the challenges of independent living. We provide essential resources to help residents find and maintain employment, ensuring they have the tools needed to thrive in the workforce. Our financial coaching program pair residents with experienced coaches who guide them toward establishing financial stability. Through personalized support, we help individuals create budgets, manage expenses and develop savings plans, fostering a sense of security and independence.

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OUR RESULTS

There are over half a million children in America’s foster care system. Many will reside in care far too long and eventually “age out” of the system. The sense of hopelessness and despair can be overwhelming and the impacts can be far greater than the immediate, visible effects.

Without basic life skills, youth who leave care can have difficulty finding safe housing, getting and keeping a steady job, staying healthy, and avoiding financial and legal trouble. There is often no one with whom they share small successes or from whom advice can be sought. Simple emergencies can easily escalate into full-blown crises.

Comprehensive and effective independent living transition services are key to helping youth function as productive citizens and to acquiring skills necessary for pursuing an education, finding a job, obtaining suitable housing, and protecting their health and well-being when they leave the foster care system.