Volunteer - Community of Hope

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

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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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.

Six Weeks to a Healthier Future

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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.

Prescriptions with Care

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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.

45 Years of Impact

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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.

How a Flyer at Church Became A New Smile

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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.

Managing Health, Finding Hope: Charles’ Journey with Malaysia

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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.

College-Bound. Future Inventor. Future Leader.

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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.

Building a Healthy Future: Jalisa’s Story of Hope with WIC

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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.

A Village of Her Own

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Before anything else, April will tell you this about her home: “It’s my safe space." Today, she and her 14-year-old son have a peaceful home of their own — a quiet place to rest, recharge, and prepare for what’s next. For her son, it’s a solid place to grow and get ready for high school. For April, it’s the foundation that allowed her to grow and focus on new goals.

Rebuilding Season: April’s Story

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At 67 years old, Tonie Sanders is enjoying the rhythm of retirement and again learning what it means to lead with a smile. Tonie has proudly lived in the District all his life — just a block and a half from Community of Hope, where he has received health care for the past five years.

Tonie Finds His Smile Again

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