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Mentor

Be a wise and trusted friend to a young person who has experienced homelessness. Community of Hope’s mentoring program matches youth ages 8-16 in our Permanent Supportive Housing program with compassionate, committed, and responsible adult mentors.

Getting Started.

Our mentor program offers an opportunity for volunteers to form meaningful, long-term relationships with young people whose families have experienced homelessness.

As a Mentor, you can..
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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Did you know that youth with a mentor are 92% more likely to volunteer regularly in their communities? This statistic underscores the transformative power of mentorship.

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In the vibrant tapestry of Ward 8, Monique Diop stands out as a fierce community advocate, connector, and an ardent friend of Community of Hope. Her journey with us started in 2014, at about the time we moved in, which was a transitional period in her life.

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Can you believe it's been a decade since our Conway Health and Resource Center opened its doors? Ten years of trust-building, bond-forming, and nurturing relationships. In this time, we've had the honor of caring for tens of thousands of incredible individuals, and we're here to celebrate the milestones and victories that make our journey memorable!

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In the world of healthcare, where compassion, dedication, and up-to-date knowledge are paramount, medical assistants play a crucial role. Meet Leah Napier, a medical assistant at Community of Hope, dedicated to growth and her community. Leah's inspiration to become a medical assistant was deeply rooted in her genuine love of caring for others.

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Carlos Redmond didn’t expect to spend his summer clearing out his cabinets and ridding himself of high-sodium foods, but when he learned he had chronic hypertension, he made some changes.

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"The ability to be in my own space is calming,” says Amanda. “Having the same midwives who've been with me throughout the entire nine months right here with me makes this transition easier." Although she admits this is a different type of experience that she’s never heard of, Amanda notes that not having to get the baby ready to leave the house makes these home visits all the better.

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Five years ago, Community of Hope opened our doors at The Commons at Stanton Square and joined a collaborative effort with the Horning Family Foundation and Martha’s Table to ensure a place where children and families thrive. As we look back at our time in the Fort Stanton neighborhood, we see how our efforts collide to build happier and healthier communities.
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FAM-CLUB AT THE
Triumph!
Volunteer with Hope!
Support families overcoming homelessness and give back to your local community! Help lead fun activities with the residents at The Triumph, our short-term housing site in Ward 8, Washington, DC.
Join our team at The Triumph by leading fun activities, reading, and playing with children and families during dinnertime. We welcome individuals as well groups of up to six volunteers.

Location: The Triumph 4225 6th Street SE

Minimum Age: 14 Years Old

Volunteer Times: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 5:30-8:00pm

Requirements:

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.
Contact: Rebecca Church Volunteer Specialist rchurch@cohdc.org

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
Host A Birthday
Party!
Volunteer with Hope
Host a birthday party at Community of Hope’s Ward 8 short-term family housing site, The Triumph! This opportunity provides a meaningful way for you, your workplace, or community group to make a positive impact on the lives of Community of Hope’s clients.Birthday parties celebrate the lives of the children and youth and provide them with a bit of fun and normalcy amidst their family’s transition into permanent housing.
 
Party hosts supply the birthday cards, pre-packaged snacks, decorations, and a couple of crafts and/or games.
 
Please contact our team to learn more about your group hosting a party! Groups of about 5-8 volunteers are best for parties at The Triumph.
 

Location: The Triumph 4225 6th Street SE

Minimum Age: 14 – Groups of three of more teens must be accompanied by an adult.

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.
Contact:
Rebecca Church Volunteer Specialist rchurch@cohdc.org

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
The Bridge At
Girard!
Volunteer with Hope!
Host a game night or share a special skill or talent with the adult residents in our Bridge Programs at Girard Street or Hope Apartments.

Groups are also welcome to host a lunch or seasonal party for the residents.  Learn more at a Volunteer OrientationWe welcome individuals as well.

Location: The Bridge at Hope 3715 2nd Street SE Washington, DC 20032

Minimum Age: 18

Volunteer Times: Weekday evenings or lunchtime

About the Program:

The program’s goal is to be ‘the bridge’ for individual adults experiencing homelessness who have been deemed eligible for a permanent housing subsidy but need a safe and stable place to stay in the interim to work on getting rental applications and other paperwork together.

Requirements:

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.
Contact: Lauren Cranman Volunteer Manager lcranman@cohdc.org

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