Who We Are
At Hope Ignites, formerly Boys Hope Girls Hope, we have always been there for young people at pivotal moments in their lives. Affectionately known as our scholars, our youth face the harsh realities of growing up in poverty, including families struggling to make ends meet, neighborhood violence, underperforming schools, and limited exposure to opportunities. They also bring with them grit, resilience, determination, and big dreams.
With the support of friends like you, Hope Ignites is empowering 1,250 highly motivated scholars and collegians in great need across 12 US Cities, Mexico, and Guatemala to achieve their full potential. What sets us apart is the long-term commitment we make to our scholars through middle school, high school, college, and early careers.
What We Do
We meet young people where they are as their needs evolve, offering two pathways: the Academy pathway provides year-round, out-of-school programming, while the Residential pathway also offers a primary home with other scholars and round-the-clock care for those who need it. Additionally, we provide scholarships, wrap-around support, and connections to internships and jobs for our collegians and alumni.
Hope Burns Bright, Even in the Toughest Times
We’re living in uncertain times, and the challenges facing young people have never been more daunting. For the scholars we serve, hope and opportunity can feel out of reach—but with your support, we can change that.
Now more than ever, your partnership can help them rise above adversity, unlock their potential, and achieve dreams once thought impossible. Your support can make all the difference.
The Population We Serve:
- 90% are from very low-income households
- 96% are persons of color
- 86% are first-generation college students
Join us as we continue our work and help transform the lives of our scholars. We need your help to be there for the young people who depend on us.
Help Shape Futures: Volunteer Opportunities
Inspire the next generation of professionals by volunteering with Hope Ignites. Our virtual professional development opportunities empower collegians with the skills, confidence, and guidance they need to succeed in their careers and beyond.
Share your experience through résumé reviews, mock interviews, or one-on-one career conversations. Your time and insight can open doors, build confidence, and create lasting impact.
Interested in future virtual volunteer opportunities? Sign up using the registration survey below:
Ways You Can Help
$500
Helps us deliver our “My Road” whole person curriculum to one scholar, providing year-round academic enrichment, career preparation, spiritual development, and life skills experiences.
$1,000
Makes it possible for scholar or collegian to enjoy one of three transformative Hope Ignites summer experiences.
- Weeklong Envision U seminar at Saint Louis University for high school juniors, featuring college prep, team-building, service activities, and a college admissions fair.
- 10-Day Guate-Maya Service and Immersion for US scholars to immerse themselves in the rich culture and history of Guatemala working with their Latin American peers.
- Silicon Valley STEAM + Business Camp at Santa Clara University offering innovative learning, career exploration, and networking with tech professionals
$2,500
Can provide a scholarship for one of more than 400 collegians to become the first in their family to earn a degree.
$5,000
Funds a scholarship + the full array services our team provides a collegian with mentoring, professional development, internship and jobs.
Double Your Impact
If this is your first time supporting us, your generosity will be matched, thanks to a generous commitment from the Valhalla Foundation. Your donation will have twice the impact, enabling us to serve twice as many young people in need.
Make A Gift Today & Spark A Journey
Together, we can make a life-changing difference for our scholars.
When you donate using the form below, your donation is processed in an encrypted manner, ensuring your data is secure.
To make a gift of stock or through another mechanism, contact Bill Fronczak, Vice President of Development, at [email protected].
CONTRIBUTE BY MAIL
Please mail your contribution to:
Hope Ignites
5257 Shaw Ave., #202
St. Louis, MO 63110
EIN: 51-0182614
HERE IS HOW YOU CAN PROVIDE HOPE
Working to nurture and guide motivated
young people in need to become well-educated,
career-ready men and women for others
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