Holiday Cheer

Each year, Community of Hope gives gift cards for families and single individuals experiencing homelessness in our housing programs. The Holiday Cheer Campaign allows you to bring holiday spirit directly to the children and families we serve. That’s about 790 families and households this year!

Our goal is to raise about $57,000 to bring holiday cheer!

You help families celebrate a joyful holiday season by providing parents with gift cards to purchase gifts and food for their families. The gift card provides parents with the power of choice, a basic need we believe is critical to helping our clients get back on their feet. It’s fundamental in every aspect of our program.

To participate in the Holiday Cheer Campaign, you can make an online donation, send a check and indicate “Holiday Cheer,” or donate Target or Walmart gift cards in increments of $50 or $75.

Please mail Target or Walmart gift cards or checks made out to Community of Hope and marked “Holiday Cheer” to:
4 Atlantic Street SW, Washington, DC 20032

To fundraise or make a donation in another way, please visit More Ways to Give.

Cheer Secured.

Give a full or partial gift card. Our goal this year is to raise about $57,000 to provide cheer through the power of choice for each person to choose gifts or a meal for their family. Together we'll give holiday cheer to about 790 families and individuals!

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More Ways to Give Hope.

The following opportunities are great for one-time and reoccurring volunteers or for groups of up to six people.

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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 began as a celebratory trip quickly became a fight for survival. Ebony planned a weeklong vacation that turned into her being stranded for two months when Hurricane Dorian hit the Bahamas during her stay in 2019. “I was planning to celebrate a major milestone, but had no clue that a storm was coming,” says Ebony. Once the storm hit, planes were grounded and her savings for the trip quickly dwindled, leaving her stranded physically and financially.  

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When the world shut down during COVID, she found herself facing storms she never saw coming. A devoted wife of 30 years, mother of five, and “Yaya” to three grandchildren, she had always been the one holding everyone together. But when her own health and peace of mind began to unravel, she realized it was finally time to take care of herself.

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When Kimberly talks about her health today, her face lights up. She feels stronger, more confident, and in control. After years of struggling with diabetes, she now eats better, has more energy, and her blood sugar is in a healthier range. “If you want to live a longer life, you have to take care of yourself,” she said. 

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Three years ago, Community of Hope opened our first in-house pharmacy — making it easier for patients to get the medications they need without additional barriers. Since then, the pharmacy has become a trusted part of care, offering convenience, savings, and a team that treats every patient with individualized support. 

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This month Community of Hope recognized our 45 year anniversary! Forty-five years ago, on September 12, 1980, Community of Hope was signed into existence. What began with a single housing site and a small health clinic at 1417 Belmont Street in Columbia Heights has grown into a support system for thousands of families across Washington, DC. 

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For years, Ms. Gwen prayed for something many of us might take for granted — a full smile. While she had a partial smile with her top teeth, she couldn’t complete it with bottom teeth because dentures were far too expensive.

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For Charles, a proud Ward 8 native, living with high blood pressure once felt overwhelming. “My blood pressure was through the roof,” he recalls. “I was eating okay but not like I should. I wasn’t managing things the way I needed to.

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For 18-year-old Tabatha Gore, this August marks a moment she’s worked toward for years: she’s starting her first semester at North Carolina A&T State University. She’s a first-generation college student with  a scholarship from the Pearl and Ivy Foundation (Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, DC Chapter). But behind her accomplishment is a powerful story of caring for her mom, her personal determination, and the support of Community of Hope. 

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When you meet Jalisa Settles, her warmth and determination shine through instantly. She speaks with the strength of someone who has overcome challenges and is now building a healthier future for her family with the help of Community of Hope’s WIC program. 

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For over 13 years, Darene has called the Bellevue community ”home.” Just a short walk away she found a place that would become her emotional anchor: the Bellevue Family Success Center at Community of Hope. Here she found a support system that carried her through some of life’s toughest chapters. 
Frequently Asked.
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.  

Ways to give
Wishlist Donations
Amazon Wish List!
Donate new household items to help new families and families moving into their own homes with a smooth transition.

Full size and twin sheets and blankets.
Dishes (plates, bowls, cups – sets of 4 or more place settings).
Silverware (sets of 4 or more place settings).
Pots and Pans sets.
Bath towels and wash cloths (sets of 2 or more).
Bathroom basics (shower curtain, curtain rings, and bathmat as a set).
First Aid Kits (in box).
Cleaning supplies (trash cans, mops, sponges, etc.).

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Community of Hope accepts the following items for our Housing program. Our wishlist is easy to purchase from on Amazon. We invite you to consider hosting a donation drive to engage even more people in our mission, with a birthday, holiday, or any other celebration to assist families in need with smooth transitions.

If you have any questions about our in-kind wish list, please email development@cohdc.org and a member of our team will follow up with you regarding your gift.

The kids see my car and call out to me. The warm welcome is one benefit of volunteering.

Stephanie Marrone
Volunteer at our Hope Apartments