HOPE South Florida
HOPE South Florida provides rapid re-housing, emergency shelter, and support services to homeless families and individuals in Broward County, partnering with local churches and organizations to offer holistic care and community support.
Services
HOPE South Florida provides a comprehensive suite of services aimed at addressing homelessness. The organization offers rapid re-housing to help families return to permanent housing sooner. Their Day Respite Center offers social, recreational, and spiritual enrichment for both parents and children. Additionally, the organization provides mail room services for those experiencing homelessness. One remarkable service includes a Mobile Shower Unit, equipped with six private showers, baths, and changing rooms, serving approximately 1,200 showers annually. HOPE South Florida also engages in partnerships with local churches and businesses to provide crisis housing, meals, case management, and employment assistance.
History
HOPE South Florida has been a beacon of hope since 1995, working tirelessly to offer emergency shelter, housing assistance, and support services to thousands of homeless families and individuals. Over the years, the organization has evolved into a robust provider of comprehensive care and resources for those in need. They serve approximately 100,000 shared meals annually across Broward County. Their mission has consistently focused on keeping families together, providing compassionate care, and empowering families to become resilient and independent.
Community Partnerships
HOPE South Florida collaborates closely with local churches, businesses, and individuals to combat homelessness. Their efforts include providing short-term rental assistance and support services in partnership with Broward County and other organizations. The collective goal is to offer a holistic response to homelessness, which includes crisis housing, meals, showers, case management, and employment assistance. These partnerships are essential in creating integrated community support networks that help transform lives.
Volunteer Opportunities
HOPE South Florida offers a variety of ways for the community to get involved and give back. Volunteer opportunities range from preparing and serving meals, sorting and distributing clothing, to assisting with case management. Volunteers are essential in supporting the organization's comprehensive care programs. In addition to hands-on volunteering, individuals can also contribute through financial donations, planned giving options such as life insurance policies, bequests, and charitable gift annuities. This broad spectrum of opportunities allows community members to play a pivotal role in the organization's mission to end homelessness.
Mission and Vision
HOPE South Florida is committed to building hope-filled communities that empower families to achieve resilience and independence. Their mission is underpinned by a dedication to holistic care, ensuring that the families they serve receive compassionate support and guidance on a path to lasting life changes. The organization's vision is to end homelessness by fostering communities where families are kept together and empowered through comprehensive care and support services.