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Join our Executive Director, Maureen Kornowa, on a virtual tour of our home
We know you can't visit us in person right now so we decided to take you on a virtual tour. Come on in! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-H4X9R2TXKI&feature=youtu.be
Meet Eric Williams, Residential Advisor
"We have an awesome team. They bring a great effort and a great talent to all we do. Our whole goal [as a team] is to provide that therapeutic environment and a structure that encourages residents to move from where they are and helps get them to a…
Working together to make a difference: Hendricks Cares and Home of Hope
It all started with a Google search. That’s how Tafi Jaji, general manager for Rick Hendrick Chevrolet in Duluth, first discovered Home of Hope at Gwinnett Children’s Shelter. Back in November 2018, Tafi said he started exploring different options for community services projects. Topping their list? Buying Christmas…
COVID-19 Announcement
Dear Home of Hope Supporters, Volunteers and Community Partners, During this time of uncertainty, we want to reassure you that we are open and continuing to serve our families in need. Navigating these uncharted waters takes a village and a commitment of time, talents and support. Everyday brings…
Meet Renita Pollard
She’s been helping moms in need for more than 20 years. Director of Operations Renita Pollard joined the Home of Hope family in 2004. But that’s just part of her experience working with homeless moms. “Prior to this, I worked at a shelter for homeless women and children…
Sip & Swine BBQ Festival 2020
Hungry? How about a plate full of award-winning barbeque? One hundred of the best barbeque teams around are set to converge on Coolray Field for the fifth annual Sip & Swine BBQ Festival. It all happens on March 5-6 and proceeds benefit Home of Hope at Gwinnett Children’s…
UPS Foundation supports Home of Hope with $11K grant
It’s a testimony to the power of volunteers. What started years ago with volunteers from the local UPS team has turned into a major grant from the UPS Foundation. Jeff Dunigan, a site manager for UPS, first connected with Home of Hope when he started looking for a…
Meet Samantha Pryor
Have you met Samantha Pryor? She’s one of the newest faces here at Home of Hope. Our executive assistant and volunteer coordinator, she knows a little something about not having a regular home base. “I grew up moving around a lot since my dad was in the military…
Community volunteers find success in serving others
What’s the secret to success? “We really believe that those who serve succeed,” says Celeste Giordano. Celeste leads the Women of Global Change (WGC) Atlanta Chapter, a group working to make a difference by supporting each other and organizing a variety of service projects — including projects…
Small Business Awards Nominee!
The Home of Hope at Gwinnett Children's Shelter is honored to be a nominee in the Community Contributor category of The Gwinnett Chamber's inaugural Small Business Awards! “At the Gwinnett Chamber, we believe small business is big business,” said Nick Masino, President & CEO, Gwinnett Chamber and Partnership…