The Hope Exchange serves as our client store, enabling clients to shop for the items they require. Clients can earn Brightbucks by participating in classes offered on Brightcourse.

The Essential Work of Our Volunteers-

Our volunteers play a crucial role in the success of The Hope Exchange. Their dedication ensures that the store remains a welcoming and well-organized space for our clients. One of the key tasks our volunteers undertake is managing the donations we receive. They meticulously go through all donations, sorting out items that can be used effectively within the store. This process ensures that every item meets our quality standards and can be of true service to those in need. Once the clothes are sorted, our volunteers diligently wash and dry the clothes. This step is essential to ensure that all items are fresh and ready for clients to select. By providing clean and well-cared-for clothing, we maintain the dignity and respect of our clients, making their shopping experience as pleasant as possible. All baby equipment donations are thoroughly checked for manufacturer recalls prior to being cleaned and displayed in the store. All dishware that we receive is thoroughly cleaned and dried in our dishwasher before it is placed on our shelves. After processing donations, our volunteers take on the task of organizing the store. They carefully arrange items on shelves and racks, creating a neat and accessible environment. This organization helps us prepare for clients, making the process smooth and shopping experience both efficient and enjoyable.

When individuals and organizations donate to the Hope First Family Resource Center, their contributions have a profound impact. These donations directly support our clients, providing them with essential items they might otherwise lack. The generosity of our community ensures that The Hope Exchange can continue to serve as a vital resource for families in need. By facilitating these contributions and maintaining the store, our volunteers play an integral role in transforming donations into tangible support for those we serve. Every donation and every effort by our volunteers helps us fulfill our mission of providing hope and assistance to our community.

Mark 10:45 - "For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.”

Gigi came to our church on many occasions to present information about the center. I finally decided that I wanted to volunteer to help in the center.

Wash and sort clothes, stock shelves, with assorted items such as baby food, hygiene products, hang men's and women's clothes.

Working in my yard. My little dog.

What is your favorite memory or most rewarding moment while volunteering?

My favorite memories are talking, laughing, and praying with other volunteers.

Yes.

Yes. Hours are available that fit into my schedule.

The people who work and volunteer here and their love for other people.

They should really consider volunteering here and being a part of serving God by helping others with their needs.

The example of God’s love toward us.

Psalm 51:10 - Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a quiet spirit within me.

My daughter-in-law told me about the clinic because I am adopted and this is very close to my heart.

Folding, hanging, cleaning, clothes, and stacking items when they arrive. Get to know some beautiful sisters-in-Christ as we work.

Reading, crocheting, and embroidery.

Absolutely!

Yes, I am looking forward to doing more hours as needed.

The prayers and concern for the smallest of humans. Giving hope to someone who is needing help.

Come and join our team and watch God work!

I feel I am helping in an area that is very much needed in my community.

Psalm 30:7-9 - Lord, when you favored me, you made my royal mountain stand firm; but when you hid your face, I was dismayed. To you, Lord, I called; to the Lord I cried for mercy: “What is gained if I am silenced, if I go down to the pit? Will the dust praise you? Will it proclaim your faithfulness?

Donations We Are Seeking:
(all donations are tax deductible)

-Household essentials such as toilet paper, paper towels, laundry detergent, and fabric softener

-Boys' and girls' clothing in sizes 6-14

-Men’s and women’s socks

-Teen boy clothing including t-shirts, tracksuits, gym shorts, sweatpants/joggers, hoodies, and shoes/slides *please no vulgar apparel*

-Pampers/Huggies Size 6 Diapers

-Baby Girl Clothes Size 24 Months