Chattanooga, TN

HOPE Initiative serves youth and their families who have experienced trauma due to violence (domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse and community violence). We have 40 volunteers who mentor our youth throughout the year and we have an amazing week of sleep away camp in the summer. Our children are able to process their experiences in a healthy way, build healthy relationships, gain confidence, learn to challenge themselves, and feel a sense of belonging. Our ultimate goal is to break g HOPE Initiative serves youth and their families who have experienced trauma due to violence (domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse and community violence). We have 40 volunteers who mentor our youth throughout the year and we have an amazing week of sleep away camp in the summer. Our children are able to process their experiences in a healthy way, build healthy relationships, gain confidence, learn to challenge themselves, and feel a sense of belonging. Our ultimate goal is to break generational cycles of violence, one child at a time. Read More...