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Volunteer

Dedicate your talents and passions to help us care for families, improve lives, and lead change. Looking to get involved? Check out the calendar to sign up for a Volunteer Info Session to learn more about our opportunities!

Volunteering with Community of Hope

Volunteer on your own or engage your workplace, family, or community to volunteer with us and inspire hope!

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer with families or individuals overcoming homelessness at one of our housing sites by playing games, doing crafts, sharing a skill, hosting a lunch, or more. Organize a collection drive of critical items or host a holiday party to spread cheer!

We welcome volunteers 14+ at Fam-Club.

For additional volunteer information or questions, please contact  volunteer@cohdc.org.

One-Time & Recurring

Fam-Club

Birthday parties

Photographer

Diaper Delivery

Frequently Asked.

Find a volunteer opportunity that interests you by viewing our current opportunities here. Simply create your Community of Hope volunteer profile and sign up for opportunities on Volunteer Hub!

For certain positions, individual applications will be reviewed and potential volunteers will be contacted for an interview.

Visit our calendar of events and then view availability for an event by clicking the event title. When you want to register for an event, click the sign-up button, and either login or create an account when prompted. Once you are logged in, you can return to the calendar and sign up for any other events you’d like without having to log in again.

You’ll know you have successfully been signed up for an event when you receive a confirmation email.

You are an important part of the team! In order to ensure that we have enough volunteers for each shift, we count on you to keep your commitment. If you are unable to attend, we ask that you cancel via VolunteerHub, email, or phone as soon as you know of a change in your plans. If you miss two or more shifts without contacting Community of Hope staff, your VolunteerHub account will be locked (you will not be able to log in), until you have a further conversation with Community of Hope staff. We appreciate your understanding.

General Donation Questions

Yes, we take new or gently used items from our approved items list including household goods, baby & toddler and maternity items, and children’s books.

You can bring your items to Conway Health & Resource Center at 4 Atlantic Street SW, Washington, DC 20032.

Yes, you will receive an acknowledgement letter including a tax receipt within one week of your donation being received. Please complete the in-kind form and add a donor-assigned value of the value.

Yes, you may apply for tax deduction. Learn more about becoming a Community of Hope intern and our eligibility criteria by checking out our FAQ page.

Yes, visit our locations page and find the nearest location. Learn more about becoming a Community of Hope intern and our eligibility criteria by checking out our FAQ page.

There are many ways to support Community of Hope. Visit our Ways to Give or Get Involved page and find your best donation method! You can also contact directly to discuss others ways to support our mission!

We ask that all items are delivered to our Conway Resource and Health Center at 4 Atlantic Street SW, Washington, DC 20032.

You can deliver your items to the information desk at the following times: Monday through Friday from 9:00-5:00 or Saturday from 9:00-3:00.

General Donation Questions

Yes, we take new or gently used items from our approved items list including household goods, baby & toddler and maternity items, and children’s books.

You can bring your items to Conway Health & Resource Center at 4 Atlantic Street SW, Washington, DC 20032.

Yes, you will receive an acknowledgement letter including a tax receipt within one week of your donation being received. Please complete the in-kind form and add a donor-assigned value of the value.

Yes, you may apply for tax deduction. Learn more about becoming a Community of Hope intern and our eligibility criteria by checking out our FAQ page.

Yes, visit our locations page and find the nearest location. Learn more about becoming a Community of Hope intern and our eligibility criteria by checking out our FAQ page.

We ask that all items are delivered to our Conway Resource and Health Center at 4 Atlantic Street SW, Washington, DC 20032.

You can deliver your items to the information desk at the following times: Monday through Friday from 9:00-5:00 or Saturday from 9:00-3:00.

General Donation Questions

Yes, we take new or gently used items from our approved items list including household goods, baby & toddler and maternity items, and children’s books.

You can bring your items to Conway Health & Resource Center at 4 Atlantic Street SW, Washington, DC 20032.

Yes, you will receive an acknowledgement letter including a tax receipt within one week of your donation being received. Please complete the in-kind form and add a donor-assigned value of the value.

Yes, you may apply for tax deduction. Learn more about becoming a Community of Hope intern and our eligibility criteria by checking out our FAQ page.

Yes, visit our locations page and find the nearest location. Learn more about becoming a Community of Hope intern and our eligibility criteria by checking out our FAQ page.

We ask that all items are delivered to our Conway Resource and Health Center at 4 Atlantic Street SW, Washington, DC 20032.

You can deliver your items to the information desk at the following times: Monday through Friday from 9:00-5:00 or Saturday from 9:00-3:00.

General Donation Questions

Yes, we take new or gently used items from our approved items list including household goods, baby & toddler and maternity items, and children’s books.

You can bring your items to Conway Health & Resource Center at 4 Atlantic Street SW, Washington, DC 20032.

Yes, you will receive an acknowledgement letter including a tax receipt within one week of your donation being received. Please complete the in-kind form and add a donor-assigned value of the value.

Yes, you may apply for tax deduction. Learn more about becoming a Community of Hope intern and our eligibility criteria by checking out our FAQ page.

Yes, visit our locations page and find the nearest location. Learn more about becoming a Community of Hope intern and our eligibility criteria by checking out our FAQ page.

We ask that all items are delivered to our Conway Resource and Health Center at 4 Atlantic Street SW, Washington, DC 20032.

You can deliver your items to the information desk at the following times: Monday through Friday from 9:00-5:00 or Saturday from 9:00-3:00.

Stories of Hope.

Learn more about stories of healing, hope and transformation from our Community of Hope voices, clients and partners

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What brought Markesha to Community of Hope was simple: A dream to have a water birth, but what has kept Markesha connected has been a circle of support.

A Mother’s Circle of Support: Markesha’s Story

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This Women’s History Month, we recognize the women whose work and generosity make Community of Hope’s mission possible

Celebrating Women Who Give & Women Who Lead. #GiveToGain

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When Vernada, a mom of four, left Charlotte, North Carolina, she was focused on one thing—keeping her family safe.

“This Is It — I’m Home”: Vernada’s Story

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LaDonnae Wells, a mother of two, had been searching for stable housing while navigating motherhood. Now, as her youngest child celebrates their first birthday, LaDonnae is expressing deep gratitude to her perinatal care coordinator, who supported her throughout her pregnancy ensuring she had the resources, care, and guidance she needed while also experiencing homelessness.

HONEY: LaDonnae’s Story

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Black history at Community of Hope isn’t something visited once a year. It’s embedded in how we serve, how we grow, and how we invest in our people. It lives in the stories of staff whose work and leadership have shaped the organization over time. One of those stories belongs to Candice Jones – our longest-serving Black staff member.

Through the Eyes of Our Longest Serving Black Historian

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At 65 years old, Tony makes healthy choices with confidence. He talks about food labels like a researcher. He monitors his glucose like a scientist. He jokes about giving up pepper steak like it’s a strategic decision —not a sacrifice. But there was a time when none of that felt clear to Tony.

Tony Takes Control: from Fear to Confidence

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After helping raise 15 nieces and nephews, Aaliyah, a first-time mother thought, “Yeah, I got this.” But when her son, Jalen, was born just 8 months ago, she quickly realized that parenting your own child brings a different kind of responsibility and a new set of challenges!

Finding Her Village: How CenteringParenting® Builds Confidence for New Mom

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When you think of birthday parties, you think balloons, games, and fun — and that’s exactly what members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®, Alpha Beta Upsilon Omega Chapter, brought to families in Fam-Club throughout last year, hosting four birthday parties, and Five nights at Fam-Club!

Volunteer Spotlight: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, INC. ®

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Just days after giving birth for the first time, new mom and Community of Hope patient, Shayla, gushes about her new arrival: “Everyone says you don’t know love until you meet your child—and it’s very true.”

A New Year, A New Beginning: Welcoming Baby Skyler

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This January, we’re celebrating a major milestone at Community of Hope: 25 years of Kelly Sweeney McShane’s leadership as President and CEO.

25 Years of Kelly’s Accomplishments!

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