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To nurture and guide motivated young people in need to become well-educated, career-ready, men and women for others.

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A key differentiator of Hope Ignites is our strong Network, which ensures high standards, similar experiences, and better outcomes for every young person, regardless of location. Each affiliate uses the proven Hope Ignites program model, which may include Residential homes, Academy locations, or a combination of both pathways. We collaborate and innovate together to fulfill our mission with excellence, and to chart a vision for the future.

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92%
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Envision U | Summer 2026
James WilliamsDecember 2, 2025
2026 EnvisionU | IN NEW YORK CITY Rising senior scholars coming together for team-building activities, reflection, and exploring college options with our partner schools [...]

Yearbook 2025
Jenny (Jennifer) StarkeyNovember 19, 2025
Hope Ignites is proud to share our 2025 Yearbook, featuring 109 high school graduates and 61 college graduates who completed their four-year degrees across our Network. [...]

A Season of Hope, a Future of Possibility
Jenny (Jennifer) StarkeyNovember 19, 2025
Give the gift of hope As the year ends, we’re reflecting on the incredible potential we see every day in our scholars, and how they turn dreams into reality through support, encouragement, and opportunity. This year, we [...]

Medan Mamo’s Path to College and Career
Martin TotlandNovember 19, 2025
“It was the first time anyone had made that kind of promise. It gave me confidence I didn’t have before.” When Medan Mamo was just [...]

Make 2025 Your Year of Impact
Jenny (Jennifer) StarkeyNovember 18, 2025
Tax-smart giving before the rules change If you’ve been thinking about a meaningful gift to Hope Ignites or one of our local affiliates, 2025 is a uniquely [...]

“Do It Scared”: Alejandra Aquino on Overcoming Fear and Making the Most of It
Martin TotlandNovember 14, 2025
“I was relieved to have stability. It felt like I could finally be myself.” When Alejandra Aquino looks back at her childhood, she remembers survival. Born in [...]

From Katrina’s Shadow to Conserving Louisiana’s Waters: Holly and Glenn Fraychineaud’s Story
Martin TotlandNovember 5, 2025
“I realized recently that I’ve only lived with my actual parents for maybe four or five years of my life. That was just our normal after Katrina.” [...]

DAFday | October 9
Jenny (Jennifer) StarkeyOctober 8, 2025
Join Us for DAF Day on October 9! On October 9, people across the country will be making a difference by giving through their Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs). [...]

From the Bronx to City Hall: Amari Haynes’ Internship in Public Safety
Martin TotlandOctober 6, 2025
“I realized what I went through wasn’t just personal, it connected to broader patterns in society.” When Hope Ignites New York collegian Amari Haynes came across a [...]

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at Hope Ignites
Martin TotlandSeptember 24, 2025
From September 15 through October 15, the United States observes Hispanic Heritage Month. This month honors the histories, cultures, and contributions of Americans whose ancestors came from [...]

20 Years After Katrina: Stories of Survival and Strength
Jenny (Jennifer) StarkeySeptember 16, 2025
Hurricane Katrina hit New Orleans on August 29, 2005. The Hope Ignites New Orleans home was affected along with collegians, alumni and staff in the area. [...]

Silicon Valley Immersion STEAM + Business Camp 2025
Martin TotlandAugust 1, 2025
The very first Hope Ignites Silicon Valley Immersion STEAM + Business Camp took place last week in Santa Clara, CA. The week-long STEAM + Business camp [...]
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Position Opening | Senior Director of Scholar and Alumni Services | New York
Alyson MarinJanuary 26, 2024
MISSION To nurture and guide motivated young people in need to become well-educated, career-ready men and women for others. About Us Boys Hope Girls Hope is the [...]

Position Opening | Alumni Support Fellow
Alyson MarinJanuary 24, 2024
MISSION To nurture and guide motivated young people in need to become well-educated, career-ready men and women for others. About Us Boys Hope Girls [...]

Position Opening | Mission Effectiveness Alumni Intern
Alyson MarinFebruary 8, 2023
MISSION To nurture and guide motivated young people in need to become well-educated, career-ready men and women for others. About Us Boys Hope Girls [...]

Now Hiring: Live-In Residential Counselors | Multiple Locations
Alyson MarinOctober 28, 2020
Hope Ignites is seeking experienced and energetic ‘people for others’ to fill this important live-in full-time role As a Residential Counselor at Hope Ignites, you will have [...]
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Larry’s Story
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News & Stories

Envision U | Summer 2026

Yearbook 2025

A Season of Hope, a Future of Possibility

Medan Mamo’s Path to College and Career

Make 2025 Your Year of Impact

“Do It Scared”: Alejandra Aquino on Overcoming Fear and Making the Most of It

From Katrina’s Shadow to Conserving Louisiana’s Waters: Holly and Glenn Fraychineaud’s Story

DAFday | October 9

From the Bronx to City Hall: Amari Haynes’ Internship in Public Safety

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at Hope Ignites

20 Years After Katrina: Stories of Survival and Strength

Silicon Valley Immersion STEAM + Business Camp 2025

Work With Us

Position Opening | Senior Director of Scholar and Alumni Services | New York

Position Opening | Alumni Support Fellow

Position Opening | Mission Effectiveness Alumni Intern

Now Hiring: Live-In Residential Counselors | Multiple Locations

Illinois

Larry’s Story

Boys Hope Girls Hope Honors Inspirational Leaders Who Instill Hope During Inaugural Excellence Award Ceremony