Great things are happening because of you.
A NEW SAFE HAVEN FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES IN NEED

If you were unable to attend and witness our prayer and dedication for Place of Hope's newest campus in Stuart on Wednesday night, this is a must watch.

Over 100 friends and supporters gathered on the newly acquired 11-acre campus off Cove Rd. in Stuart to celebrate the desperately needed and incredible life changing mission work happening at Place of Hope. Guests in attendance included Senator Gayle Harrell, State Representative John Snyder, Martin County Sheriff William Snyder, Martin County Commissioner Ed Ciampi, Port St. Lucie Police Chief Deputy Richard Del Toro and Christ Fellowship Founders and Place of Hope Co-Founders Pastor Tom and Donna Mullins.

"There are so many kids removed for eminent danger in their homes and they have to go somewhere. And they just can't go anywhere. They need to go where it is high quality and where they are going to be raised up for the time they are going to be in the system and we don't know how long that will be. That's why every day matters that we train them up like we would with our own children." Charles Bender, Founding CEO, Place of Hope.

To learn more about the campus and how you can support the programs and initiatives, email JamieB@placeofhope.com.
FROM THE FORMER FIRST LADY
WHAT IS SHADE TREE FAMILY OUTREACH?
Shade Tree Family Outreach Program, we are providing family outreach and intervention programs, family strengthening initiatives and critical services to families and children who are navigating the child welfare system. All programs and service offered through Shade Tree Family Outreach are aimed at supporting and blessing children and families dealing with the dependency/child welfare and foster care systems; meeting emergency and family preservation needs; expanding the ministry reach of Place of Hope. Shade Tree Family Outreach also promotes child abuse and neglect prevention and awareness, and child advocacy.
WHY IT MATTERS. WHY YOU MATTER.
Recently, three children ages 12 years, 3 years, and 6 months were returned to a non relative care giver. The biological family was unable or unwilling to care for the sibling group. Though they came with mostly nothing, the baby came with absolutely nothing.

Through our Shade Tree Family Outreach Program, and work with our friends at Hands and Feet, these three littles were welcomed into the care givers arms, and were able to receive the material support they needed. These basic material items are often the small things that make a huge impact. Shade Tree Family Outreach is able to provide these fundamental and every day items because of the community who rallies to help collect these items.

We are grateful for our friends and supporters who have hosted drives to collect the everyday essentials, or who have donated toward Shade Tree Family Outreach enabling us to purchase the needed items.
THANK YOU TO THESE SHADE TREE DRIVE HOSTS!
We are so thankful for our friends at NextEra who are hosting a summer time drive to benefit the children and families in care at Place of Hope. For the month of July they are collecting diapers, wipes, socks and more! For those who would rather give than shop, NextEra has encouraged employees to donate toward Shade Tree Family Outreach.
Our friends at Carr Riggs & Ingram are also hosting a summer long drive to benefit the children and families in care at Place of Hope. July through August they are collecting diapers, wipes, socks and underwear, new and gently used clothing, non perishable goods, new and gently used strollers, car seats, cribs and pack & plays. Thank you!
Thank you International Materials who always says yes! We recently asked them if they would host a drive to benefit the children and families being cared for through our Shade Tree Family Outreach Program. Their team showed up in overwhelming numbers to give financial gifts, or donate diapers, wipes, formula and baby clothing!
First Republic decided to get their employees involved in charity by hosting a drive for back to school supplies, diapers and wipes, cribs, non perishables and more!

We love seeing our community rally for the greater good! Thank you for being a leader in Palm Beach County.
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO OUR GENESIS COTTAGE!
Eight years ago we opened our Genesis Cottage in South County on our Boca Raton Campus. As the needs in the community presented themselves, the services and program offered in this cottage pivoted to meet the needs. In just 8 years with your help, we have been able to serve:

  • 54 boys as an emergency shelter for boys
  • A sibling group of 6, keeping them together, as residential neighborhood family style foster care cottage
  • 6 single mothers with children
  • 7 young adults in extended foster care (over 18 years old, but still in high school)

We are so thankful for the visionary leaders who have stepped up and poured into this cottage transforming over 70 lives! Consider a gift to celebrate! placeofhope.com/donate.
Not only is Will Clervil Tiano leading with excellence, but also by example. Will grew up in foster care at Place of Hope. He set his sights on his future and never looked back. After graduating from Jupiter Christian School with honors, Will went to South Eastern University to play football on a scholarship. He graduated with his bachelors, and then masters in social work. During his time in school, Will also worked part time on staff at Place of Hope. After working in the field as a case manager for DCF, Will has officially joined the Place of Hope team fulltime as a Therapist and Support Specialist at Villages of Hope!

"I chose this field of work to help other people beat the odds and make the impossible, possible." We are so thankful for Will and his perseverance. He truly is an inspiration to our youth and our staff! 

Give the gift of childhood!

Meet our Summer Splash Champions for Children who accepted our Summer Splash Challenge to provide our children with family summer vacations, activities, outings & experiences! You can give the gift of childhood too! Sign up today for your own Summer Splash Champions fundraiser! Email MaicieR@placeofhope.com to learn more.

Or donate to one of their fundraisers by clicking the donate button below!
The Crossfit Squad has stepped up to host a Crossfit Competition Fundraiser, "Throwdown for the Kids" for Place of Hope! Since launching their challenge, they have raised over $10,000 for the kids at Place of Hope!

"We host Throwdown For The Kids because we want to make a difference in the world for kids that had little chance at a normal life. We raise these funds in hopes of bettering these children after being saved from trafficking. As a father I can’t imagine this type of thing and how it must affect a person. The least we can do is this." Derek Bishop, Owner and Coach The Crossfit Squad.
Alison is a wife, mom of three and an entrepreneur leading a team of 100 Amazon delivery service associates, who deliver smiles in our community every day. Her mission and passion to serve others with integrity and lead them to be the best version of themselves through wellness and a positive mindset.

Alison is excited to be an ambassador because she believes, "the culture at Place of Hope aligns with my core value of servant leadership. I am excited to spread hope and enrich the lives of the children and families at Place of Hope by cultivating community and raising awareness."
Born in Peru, Nancy always had a soft spot in her heart for children in need. When she was a teenager, she put her love into action and volunteered at a local orphanage. A few years ago, Nancy became a foster parent and learned about the statistics of needy children in our area and the great need for more services.

After witnessing the good work Place of Hope does for children in the foster care system, she became a member of their Leadership Advisory Council. Nancy is committed to supporting the organization with its high level of care, commitment and continuous efforts of improving the conditions of children. She feels the standards at Place of Hope are truly admirable and is impressed with the results of the care provided to children resulting in some of them becoming professionals and positive influencers in our society.
Place of Hope Director of Advancement, Jamie Bond and long time POH friend and supporter, Lauren King will be competing in the 3rd annual Crossfit Competition Charity Fundraiser, "Throwdown for the Kids" hosted by The Crossfit Squad benefiting Place of Hope!

They have set the bar high with the hopes to raise $10,000 for their team to donate to Place of Hope.

Not only will they be sweating it out "for the kids," throwing down "for the kids," but also raising money "for the kids!"
One of the best ways to bless our foster families is with family meal donations! With school starting up, these are needed now especially. Like many families, our cottage parents are managing busy schedules for six kids including family visits, therapy, school, tutoring, mentoring, extra curricular activities, team sports and more! Donate a family meal to serve 8-10 people. This can be homemade, store bought or ordered & delivered! Schedule a meal donation today and bless a foster family!
UPCOMING EVENTS
YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS!
AUGUST 10 - BBQ & BENEFIT CLAY KICK OFF
Place of Hope and NEVS Barbeque are teaming up to bring you a BBQ & Benefit for Place of Hope' 11th Annual Sporting Clays Fun Shoot. Enjoy the best BBQ outside of the state of Texas paired with some of the classics to wash it down!

Come hear more about our 11th Annual Clay Shoot and how you can “aim to change a child’s life!”
AUGUST 25 - BASH BEFORE THE BASH KICK OFF
To kick off Hope Bash Palm Beach planning and excitement, join us August 25 from 6-8PM for our "Bash before the Bash goes Derby" Kick Off Celebration! This celebration and gathering is open to committee members, sponsors and volunteers or those who would like to join the committee or become a sponsor.

Taste, sip and savor what we have in store for our 17th Annual Hope Bash at Trump National on March 10, 2023. Due to limited capacity at our kick off venue, you must RSVP for the kick off by Monday, August 15 to MaicieR@placeofhope.com.
NOVEMBER 5, 2022 - HOPE BASH BOCA "HARVEST"
Join us for Hope Bash Boca's Napa Valley inspired dinner and auction, "Harvest" to benefit Place of Hope at The Leighan and David Rinker Campus on November 5, 2022 at Boca West Country Club. Harvest is co-chaired by: Mary Donnell and Wendy Sadusky. Our 2022 Jay Di Piertro Heroes of Hope are Cherie & John Arscott. Due to the tremendous outpouring of support through our Building Hope Leadership Society Annual Fund Partners, limited sponsorships are available. We encourage you to make your commitment early.
NOVEMBER 18, 2022 - PARADISE ON THE PENINSULA
Guys grab your Stetson and favorite pair of jeans! Ladies dress up those boots with some bling and join us on the polo field for a one-of-a-kind dinner and fundraiser under the stars for the kids at Place of Hope!

If you have been in the past, then you know what a great time it is. This year we are stepping it up even more! If you have not been to this event, you do not want to miss out! Tommy Nevill of NEVS Barbeque will fire up his smoker before the sunrises to bring us some of the best BBQ outside of Texas! Shaking Aces will be shaking up some local craft refreshments to remind you there is no better place to be than old Florida with friends!

Back again this year is everyone's favorite band, Whisky Six! From the mechanical bull, to Busch Wildlife, Axe Throwing and more, there will be plenty of entertainment to make up South Florida's largest, coolest and most fun charity fundraiser!
JANUARY 20, 2023 - SPORTING CLAYS FUN SHOOT
Place of Hope’s 11th annual Sporting Clays Fun Shoot is the largest charity fun shoot in the state bringing together over 350 shooters to raise critical funds for Place of Hope. Known to be one of the most well-run shoots, this fun shoot offers shooters of all ages, skill levels and professions a great day of camaraderie, friendly competition, breakfast, lunch, awards, raffle and live auction!

We are at the beautiful Quail Creek Sporting Ranch and will offer our shooters their choice of two flights: morning or afternoon. Morning shooters will enjoy breakfast, a morning on one of two courses, followed by lunch and awards, raffles and a live auction. Afternoon shooters will culminate with morning shooters to enjoy lunch, raffles and the live auction, followed by an afternoon on one of two courses.

Sponsorships are now available and most include a foursome shooting team. Individual shooting teams are also now on sale. First Responder Foursome Shooting Teams are half priced!
MARCH 10, 2023 - 17TH ANNUAL HOPE BASH PALM BEACH
Palm Beach's favorite event, Hope Bash is going to the Derby! March 10, 2023 we will host our 17th annual gala raising critical funds for Place of Hope! Co-Chaired by: Heather Atkins, Tara Dillon, Erin Elmore and Morgan McGrath Ross

LIMITED SEATING! This intimate event sells out every year! Reserve your sponsorship or table today! Visit hopebash.givesmart.com or text "HopeBash" to 76278.

NEW! Exclusive Luxury Lifestyle Sponsorships with custom branding opportunities!
  • "Kentucky Oaks Reception Sponsor" $10,000
  • "Derby Lounge Sponsor" $10,000

We look forward to an incredible night of big hats, big smiles, big hearts and big fun!
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