Join the Fight: Place of Hope’s Freedom Society
At Place of Hope, we believe that ending human trafficking and exploitation starts with education and awareness. That’s why we created the Freedom Society – a movement...
Gary & Vivienne Player Foundation “Journey from Africa” to benefit Place of Hope
The Gary & Vivienne Player Foundation shone a spotlight on one of their non-profit beneficiaries, Place of Hope. Place of Hope was recognized for their outstanding work in...
National Foster Care Awareness Month
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Scye7KekCbw We are so grateful for The David A. Burk Foundation's continued advocacy and generosity in support of the mission at Place of Hope....
Celebrating 23 Years – A Focus on Hope
In April, we launched our 'Focus on Hope' initiative at Place of Hope. Among other exciting communications, we are highlighting selected “scriptures of the month” to read,...
Cottage Family Vacations
Recently, the children and youth living in our family-style cottages went on summer vacation with their Cottage Parents! For some of the children in our care, going away on a...
5 Summer Activities to Keep Your Kids Cool
Summer is here and so is the summer heat wave! Many parents seek ways to keep their kids out of the high temperatures while also creating an educational environment. These five...
Giving Back in a Special Way
On two separate occasions this month, one of the boys in Place of Hope’s care asked if he could cook dinner for the cottage on his own. Each time he simply walked up and asked if...
Charles L. Bender III Appointed to the Transition Advisory Committee on Health and Wellness
We are excited to announce that our Founding CEO, Charles L. Bender III, was chosen to serve on the Transition Advisory Committee on Health and Wellness by Governor elect Ron...
Place of Hope Wins Regional Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Award
We are both honored and humbled to announce we are one of the southeastern recipients of Chick-fil-A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards! The True Inspiration Awards were...
Holiday Bark, A Kid-Friendly Recipe
Holiday Bark Ingredients: Saltine crackers 2 sticks of butter 24 oz. semi-sweet morsel 1 ½ cup light brown sugar 2 cups toffee bits Peppermint candies or sprinkles (optional)...
Back to School – Sweet Summers End
The hot summer days spent lounging by the pool and eating popsicles are coming to a close! The school year is upon us. Below are tips on how to have a smooth and stress free...
New Year’s Resolutions
It is that time of year again where you make resolutions to eat healthier, go to the gym more and take a step back from social media. Make this year special by creating...
A Future of Hope Begins With You
Together, we can place hope in the life of a child—one at a time.











