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We are so grateful and excited to announce The Lane Family has committed a very generous gift naming our Family Village on our Bender Family Campus in Stuart! Our Lane Family Village is comprised of four complexes that, once built out, will serve daily a minimum of 64 aged-out foster care youth, otherwise homeless youth, and single mothers with children and survivors of human trafficking. Each of the four transitional housing complexes will have a total of eight "cottages" or apartments. Each cottage, a two-bedroom/two-bathroom apartment, will house two residents and offer independent life skills and comprehensive supportive services.
Thanks to a generous lead gift from John & Bobbi Erbey, the Stuart Campus has been named The Bender Family Campus, and the first of four new complexes within the Lane Family Village has been named, The Snyder Family Complex. The Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation and the Smith Brothers Family Foundation have also committed generous gifts naming our second of four transitional housing complexes in our Lane Family Village, the Smith Brothers Family Foundation Complex.
Six of the eight apartment style cottages in the Snyder Family Complex have been named thanks to the generosity of:
Chuck & Diane Hanlon Cottage
The Gary & Vivienne Player Foundation Cottage
Helping Hands Foundation Cottage
Ambassador Impact Cottage A
Ambassador Impact Cottage B
Johnny & Terry Gray Cottage
Units 7 and 8 in the Snyder Family Complex, and the eight cottage units in Smith Brothers Family Foundation Complex are available for naming (as of 11/8/24).
To learn more providing a hand up to those in need by building critically needed affordable transitional housing, or to learn more about our “God’s Children. Our Future.” Campaign, contact JamieB@placeofhope.com. |
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| The Season of Giving is Upon Us! |
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For some children, this will be their first Christmas or Hanukkah ever. You can give the gift of joy and wonderment as brighter traditions begin!
We love the holidays, and we want to make them special for those in our care and in our community. Place of Hope serves thousands of children, youth, and families throughout the year and during the holiday season. Many who call Place of Hope “home” will celebrate Hanukkah or Christmas for the very first time. This holiday season is an opportunity for us provide them joy, faith, hope, and love.
For our children in our Neighborhood Foster Care cottages, they will celebrate the joy of the season in a safe and loving home with their foster siblings and Cottage parents making new traditions from cooking together to opening gifts together. For our young adults, homeless youth and single moms, a warm bed surrounded by friends and new family is just the beginning. These youth will also experience learning how to make their own traditions as they grow into healthy independence, including how to make traditional holiday meals for their own future families! Finally, for the families in our community in crisis, we are continuing to bring them hope and love through not only critical material support, but also holiday gifts, and food.
With full bellies and eyes bright, our families will experience a miraculous holiday thanks to your generosity.
Help fulfill a Christmas wish list for foster youth today! To shop our Christmas wish lists, click the button below. |
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| Runway of Hope: Meet Our Champions! |
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With Runway of Hope just around the corner, we would like to take this opportunity to introduce our Champions for Children! They will be on the runway in January, but before they do that, they are competing to raise the most funds for the children, youth and families in our care!
Click on each of their photos to go directly to their fundraising page to learn why they said "YES" to being a Champion for Children.
Stay tuned to learn more about this exciting peer-to-peer challenge and how you can join us for the fashion show on January 25 at The Royal Poinciana Plaza! |
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Ensuring Every Child's Health and Safety
Homelessness greatly affects the future of a child. Homeless children are at twice the risk of repeating a grade and are much more likely to face higher rates of learning disabilities. At Place of Hope, we are committed to breaking this cycle by providing each child with the stability and education they need to succeed.
This November, in recognition of National Homelessness Month, we stand with every child who deserves a future filled with opportunity. Join us in providing vital educational resources and support systems to children in need. Your support will help empower the next generation and give every child the chance to break free from the cycle of homelessness.
Visit placeofhope.com/donate to be part of this meaningful change. Together, we can ensure a brighter future for vulnerable children. |
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| HIVE for Hope is back at it again! We are grateful for HIVE for hosting a Holiday Drive that will benefit Place of Hope from now until December 11! Visit any of their locations and support the drive today! |
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Fall Festival Means Fun Memories!
At Place of Hope, we believe that every child deserves the joy and warmth of family traditions, especially during the fall season. Recently, our cottages came together for a vibrant Fall Festival, celebrating this festive time of year with a variety of fun activities. Each family received hay and supplies to create their own unique scarecrow friends, bringing personal touches and creativity to their cottage lawns. In addition to scarecrow decorating, families enjoyed an afternoon filled with bounce houses, Twister games, carnival booths, and an exciting football toss—bringing laughter and joy to children and parents alike.
This special festival offered families the chance to bond, play, and make cherished memories together. The friendly competition for the best scarecrow, with a prize package of movie passes awaiting the winning family, added even more excitement to the day. Moments like these help create a sense of belonging, safety, and joy that every child deserves to experience, making Place of Hope a true home.
Support our mission to provide these meaningful family-centered experiences for all children at Place of Hope. Your generosity ensures that each child can enjoy the warmth, love, and traditions that make childhood truly special. Together, we can make every season memorable. Thank you for being a part of our family! |
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Inspiring Hope and Curiosity in Young Learners
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In honor of National STEM Day, we are thrilled to shine a spotlight on the amazing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) experiences that have inspired our youth here at Place of Hope. STEM represents the fields that fuel innovation, drive discovery, and shape the future, and we are dedicated to providing our children with opportunities to explore these exciting areas.
Recently, our Junior Career Day brought STEM to life through hands-on activities and interactive learning, led by inspiring educators like Jennifer Arrington from Jupiter Christian School. With engaging experiments and practical applications, our children were able to immerse themselves in the wonders of STEM, discovering that their futures are filled with limitless potential. These experiences not only sparked curiosity but also encouraged our youth to explore new interests, build self-confidence, and envision careers in fields that shape our world.
At Place of Hope, we believe that every child deserves the chance to dream big and reach their full potential. We are committed to fostering a love for learning and empowering young minds to see themselves as future leaders, creators, and problem-solvers. |
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| Thank you to all who support our mission to create a brighter future where every child can thrive, learn, and grow. |
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| Help us continue this vital work. To learn how you can get involved or host a drive to benefit families in need, please contact JoyT@placeofhope.com. |
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Light In the Shadows: Shining a Light on Exploitation
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Keynote Speaker: Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody
Thursday, December 5, 2024
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Mar-a-Lago Club
1100 South Ocean Boulevard, Palm Beach, FL 33480
Co-Chairs Jill Gallagher and Jordan Brown
Festive Holiday Brunch Attire
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Place of Hope continues to be a leading force in the fight against human trafficking, dedicated to offering survivors and at-risk youth a safe and supportive environment, along with life-changing resources. Our comprehensive services include stable housing, targeted therapy, professional case management, medical care, tutoring, mentoring, life skills development, and enrichment programs. Together, these initiatives provide a path toward healing, empowerment, and a future free from exploitation.
We invite you to join us on December 5 for our 2nd Annual Light in the Shadows Anti-Human Trafficking Luncheon. This powerful event brings our community together to shine a light on the realities of human trafficking and rally support for those in need. Last year’s event sold out quickly, welcoming 700 guests, and this year we are almost sold out. Secure your spot today to stand with us against trafficking and exploitation.
With YOUR support, we are making a tangible difference, offering hope, healing, and a brighter future to thousands of survivors and foster youth each year. |
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Mark Your Calendars and Reserve your Table Today!
Saturday, March 1, 2025
6PM - 11PM
Trump National Jupiter | 115 Eagle Terrace, Jupiter
Attire: Cocktail, semi-formal, black tie optional
Our 2025 LEXUS Hope Bash is an unforgettable evening raising critical friends, funds and awareness to benefit south Florida’s largest and most comprehensive children and family’s organization serving foster children, aged-out foster youth, homeless youth, single moms with dependent children and human trafficking survivors - Place of Hope!
As we embark on our 25 years as an organization (May 2025 is our 25th anniversary!), we are in awe of the selfless and incredible generosity of our supporters and friends. Because of you, Place of Hope has been able to care for our community's most vulnerable, hurting, homeless and hopeless.
Mark your calendars for March 1, 2025, at Trump National Jupiter. Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating hope and transformation. This event is limited to just 430 guests and sells out every year!
Together we have been able to impact, lift up, brighten and rewrite over 100,000 lives like these. Click the links below to watch three inspiring stories of hope. |
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Place of Hope's 13th Annual Sporting Clays Fun Shoot
Friday, January 17, 2025
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Quail Creek Northeast 224th Street
Okeechobee, FL 34972
Co-Chairs Bob Bell, Mike Burke, Mike Ellis |
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Place of Hope’s 13th Annual Sporting Clays Fun Shoot is the largest charity fun shoot in the state, bringing together nearly 400 shooters to raise essential funds for local foster children, homeless youth, single mothers with children, and survivors of human trafficking. Recognized as one of the best-organized shoots, this event offers participants of all ages and skill levels a memorable day filled with camaraderie, friendly competition, and an exciting lineup of activities including breakfast, lunch, awards, raffles, and a live auction.
We are thrilled to return to the beautiful Quail Creek Sporting Ranch, where both morning and afternoon shooting sessions will be available. Morning shooters will start their day with a delicious breakfast, followed by 70 clays on one of five courses, and then enjoy lunch, an awards ceremony, raffles, and an exhilarating live auction. Afternoon shooters will join the morning participants for lunch, raffles, and the live auction before heading out for an afternoon of sporting clays on one of the scenic courses. |
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Runway of Hope: Fashion Meets Philanthropy
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Location: The Royal Poinciana Plaza, Palm Beach
Date: Saturday, January 25, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Chaired by Emily Pantelides
Event Attire: Chic Fashion (Come dressed to impress!) |
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Place of Hope invites you to join us for the 2025 Runway of Hope, an unforgettable evening where fashion and philanthropy unite to make a powerful impact. Chaired by Emily Pantelides, this star-studded runway fashion show will take place at The Royal Poinciana Plaza on Saturday, January 25, from 3 PM to 6 PM. Our "Champions for Children"—comprised of influential community leaders, local celebrities, and models—will come together in a fundraising challenge to support children, youth, and families in care at Place of Hope.
Guests will enjoy an afternoon of high-end fashion, gourmet treats, and the chance to participate in a lively silent auction, all while being inspired by the incredible mission of Place of Hope. After the show, attendees are invited to shop The Royal's boutiques to take home a bit of runway magic for themselves.
Proceeds from this event will directly support Place of Hope's Anti-Human Trafficking initiatives, providing life-changing resources such as targeted therapy for survivors, support services for at-risk youth, prevention and intervention programs, and comprehensive community education. With your support, we can continue our work to empower those affected by human trafficking and help break the cycle of exploitation.
Join us on January 25 for an afternoon that combines elegance and compassion, creating a brighter future for those in need. Sponsorships and VIP packages are available! To reserve yours, contact Jamie at JamieB@placeofhope.com. |
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Join Us for Saturday Serve!
Every Saturday, our team and volunteers come together for Saturday Serve drives, where we help distribute essential items such as food, clothing, and other necessities to families and children in need. These drives are a crucial part of Place of Hope’s work, with a strong focus on our Shade Tree Family Outreach Program. This program is dedicated to supporting families who are navigating the foster care system, facing homelessness, or dealing with the challenges of child welfare.
We invite you to come and be part of this incredible work. Join us at our next Saturday Serve and experience firsthand how together, we can change lives for the better.
Upcoming dates: November 9, November 16, & November 23
Time: 8:30AM - 12:30PM
Location: Boynton Beach Mall, 801 N. Congress Ave., Boynton Beach, 33426
What to wear: Your favorite POH gear, sunscreen, comfy shoes and a smile!
RSVP with JoyT@placeofhope.com so we know you are coming! |
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As we face the challenges of the future, it is the generosity of supporters like you that will make all the difference in the lives of children and families in South Florida. You recognize the importance of breaking the cycles of abuse, homelessness, poverty, food insecurity, and human trafficking in our local communities.
"I have always thought that we are called to make the world a better place and make it better for somebody that doesn’t have the opportunities that we have. The youth at Place of Hope are not only vulnerable, but they are also our future.” Katharine and Scott Moss
Creating your estate plan—a thoughtful one that considers both your passions and your possessions—is a vital step for everyone. It allows you to extend your charitable legacy while avoiding unnecessary taxes. By joining with others, like the Moss Family, who believe in offering children a secure environment where they can reach their full potential, you help ensure a brighter future for those in need.
Visit our Planned Giving website to explore your options plannedgiving.placeofhope.com |
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