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For 25 years, HOPE has created mobility pathways for vulnerable people by closing critical financial service gaps, and by advocating for policies and practices that promote economic opportunity. HOPE’s story is comprised of individuals, families, communities, and many partners who have proven that when we work together, lives flourish.

During this silver anniversary year, we look back, reflecting on the lessons gleaned from our collective efforts. We also look beside us, thankful for the people and communities we serve, and the partners who helped make HOPE’s work possible. And we look ahead, building on our experience to plot the course for the critical work that remains.

Based in the heart of the Deep South, HOPE’s work is inextricably linked to our region’s pivotal role in America’s ongoing struggle for social and economic justice. At a time when the nation confronts unsustainable division and disparities, HOPE moves forward, steadfast in our commitment to build bridges in the pursuit of the common good.

With your support, in the years ahead HOPE will generate many more stories of children and families who climb the economic ladder. Stories of communities revitalized. Stories of opportunities created where they are needed most.

Stories of all that is possible, when we hope together.

“We all hope for a world where everyone can reach her or his potential. We share in the belief that when our neighbors and our communities thrive, we all thrive. Joining with others to build on what we have in common, and convert these aspirations into reality, has fueled HOPE’s work for the past 25 years. When we hope together, when we unite to forge a shared prosperity, we achieve our very best.”

Bill Bynum, Chief Executive Officer

Commercial Lending

Building Businesses Together

Too many promising business ideas never launch due to lack of capital.

Consumer Lending

Realizing Dreams Together

Too many promising business ideas never launch due to lack of capital.

Deposit Services

Brightening Futures Together

Too many promising business ideas never launch due to lack of capital.

Moving Forward Together

LOCATIONS IN 5 STATES

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3,927 NEW MEMBERS IN 2018.
47,976 MEMBERS TOTAL.

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MILLION IN TOTAL LENDING

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CONSUMER LOANS TOTALING $10 MILLION

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COMMERCIAL LOANS TOTALING $53.4 MILLION

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MORTGAGE LOANS TOTALING $19.2 MILLION

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STUDENTS WERE EDUCATED IN SCHOOLS FINANCED BY HOPE. 89% RECEIVED FREE AND REDUCED-PRICE LUNCHES.

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ADDITIONAL RESIDENTS IN QUALITY, AFFORDABLE HOPE-FINANCED RENTAL HOUSING (TOTAL = 5,564)

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PATIENTS WERE TREATED IN HEALTHCARE FACILITIES FINANCED BY HOPE.

Homeownership

A child's hands holding a toy home

Celebrating “Sold” Together

Owning a home is an important tool for wealth building, yet home ownership can seem an out-of-reach goal for many families.

Community Development

Friends walking arm in arm.

Revitalizing Neighborhoods Together

HOPE serves areas that are home to one-third of the nation’s “persistent poverty counties,” counties in which 20 percent or more of the population has lived in poverty for at least 30 years.

Expansions and New Locations

Reaching New Markets Together

Over the past 25 years, HOPE has grown from a single location serving 55 counties and parishes to 31 locations covering five states.

Shaping Policy Together

HOPE is both an action-oriented, boots-on-the-ground service provider and a trailblazing advocate for policies and practices that promote opportunity.

Learn How We Shape Policy Together

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