ABOUT US

About Help & Hope Center

Help & Hope Center is a non-profit human service organization dedicated to providing assistance to people in Douglas and Elbert counties who are in serious economic need, at risk of homelessness, or in a similar crisis. We address immediate needs by consistently providing food and other necessities for homeless, low income, and financially fragile in our community.

Our Mission

To meet the immediate needs of residents of Douglas and Elbert Counties who are in financial distress and at risk of becoming homeless, to help them through troublesome times with dignity.

Our Vision

HHC envisions a community in which every individual and family can achieve and maintain financial stability.

A Note from our Executive Director

Help & Hope Center is a human service organization whose mission is to meet the immediate needs of residents in Douglas and Elbert counties who are in financial distress and at risk of becoming homeless, to help them work through troublesome times with dignity. Through our team of client advocates we are able to provide resources tailored to each person’s unique circumstance.

We are an organization of and for our community, with our roots dating to 1981, in a garage called "Mela's Pantry." One of our original volunteers still works with us to this day. Over the years, we've adapted and expanded to help the most disadvantaged meet hardship with dignity. Our lifeblood continues to be the generosity of our volunteers and countless donors who make it possible for us to continue amplifying our reach, serving the growing needs of our neighbors year after year. From financial contributions, to gifts of essential items for our clients, and volunteering with valuable time and skills to our many programs, it's our community who make it possible for Help & Hope Center to make an impact.

I sincerely thank you for your interest in Help & Hope Center and look forward to many more years of meaningful impact.

Dan Marlow

Executive Director