Dear Friends,

So many of our family and cultural traditions are centered around food. A recipe passed down through generations. A favorite dish on the holiday table. The simple comfort of gathering to share a meal. Food is woven into so many of our most treasured memories.

But for too many families in our community, putting food on the table has become a source of worry. When the monthly budget already leaves little room to spare, even everyday expenses can force painful choices. As the holidays approach, parents who want to create those same happy memories for their children may be wondering how they’ll afford a holiday meal.

With your help, we’re determined to ease that worry and bring comfort and joy to our neighbors wo depend on us.

Over the next few months, House of Hope will host food drives for our community members in need. And we are also the grateful recipient of the food drives being coordinated by other organizations, community groups and churches.

Whether you give your time, donate food or make a financial gift, you can help a family gather around the table with a little less worry and a little more joy. You can give parents the relief of knowing there is enough to share - and children another warm memory to carry with them.  

Thank you for helping make that possible this holiday season.

With heartfelt gratitude,

House of Hope 

House of Hope is working to provide holiday meals and gifts to over 300 families this holiday season. You can help by donating holiday food and/or gifts for children and teens or providing a monetary donation to help us purchase items for this program. 

For Thanksgiving, we are collecting turkeys and all the trimmings. Please deliver items to our pantry locations by Friday, November 13th. 

For Christmas, we are collecting gifts for children and/or food for families. Please deliver all items to our pantry locations by Friday, December 4th. 

Thank you for making a difference and brightening the holidays for our neighbors in need! 

For more details, please visit our website or contact us at events@hohmartin.org or 772-286-4673 x1031 with any questions.  

Tennis and Pickleball Registrations are Closing Soon! 

We hope you can join us for a fun weekend of friendly competition at the beautiful Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club in Palm City. Tournament brackets are available for all skill levels of pickleball and tennis. New this year: we have youth brackets for tennis! 

Click Here to register before the deadline on midnight, October 30th.

We hope you'll take this chance to sign up with a friend, experience a best-in-class environment, and support your community. We look forward to seeing you courtside! 

For more details, please visit our website or contact us at events@hohmartin.org or 772-286-4673 x1031 with any questions.

House of Hope is excited to partner with Newfield for the 2026 Trick-or-Trot 5K, and we're excited to share that they are offering YOU a discount when registering to participate in the event! 

Run, walk, dress up and give back! Newfield is also encouraging participants to support House of Hope’s food pantries by bringing nonperishable food donations to Newfield Harvest House in advance or on race day.

🎃 A big THANK YOU to Newfield for choosing to benefit our mission through this frightfully fun event along the scenic trails of the Kiplinger Conservancy in Palm City.

Saturday, October 24, 2026

Race Start: 8:00 a.m.

Get your House of Hope DISCOUNT by using code HOH5 when registering for the race.

Click here to learn more and register for the event.

Estate planning involves creating a comprehensive strategy to preserve and transfer your personal wealth, without impacting your financial security. October is a great time to explore planned giving options that align your financial goals with your passion for our mission. 

Please contact your personal financial advisor or reach out to our Development Team if you are interested in supporting House of Hope through estate planning, or any similar planned giving program.

Information needed to set-up these gifts: 

Legal name: Jesus House of Hope, Inc. 

Tax ID: #59-2422998. 

Mailing address: 2482 SE Bonita St., Stuart, FL 34997

Plant seeds of hope for a brighter tomorrow while keeping your wallet full today! 

Want to learn more about how House of Hope helps our community overcome hunger and hardship? Schedule a behind-the-scenes tour and see firsthand how our programs, services and supporters work together to make a difference.

We’d be happy to show you around, share more about our mission and answer your questions along the way.

Interested in a tour? To get started, click here to complete our tour inquiry form. After you submit the form, a member of our Development Team will contact you to confirm your visit.

Please note: Tours must be scheduled in advance. Be sure to receive confirmation from our team before arriving.

Just a reminder, The Holiday Shop is Open! 

Festive decor! Unique gifts! Holiday treasures! All of these are available at our popular Holiday Shop. New items are still coming in. Shop early and often to secure that special item at a great price while you support House of Hope programs and the season of giving. 

Visit our website by clicking HERE for location information and hours of operation.  



We hope to see you soon for the best selections for this holiday season! 

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For information about our 2026-2027 Event Season, visit www.hohmartin.org/events.

This month, Rob’s Friends & Neighbors column highlights how House of Hope’s food pantries serve as more than a source of nutritious food. Rob shares how our client-choice approach provides dignity and respect while connecting individuals and families to resources, programs and opportunities that help them overcome hardship.

Read Rob's full column on our website.

House of Hope is grateful to Tom Campenni, founder of the Friends & Neighbors digital newspaper, for the opportunity to keep our community informed and connected to our mission to empower Martin County! 

House of Hope has a wide variety of volunteer opportunities. There's something for everyone! Your time and effort make a significant difference in our community.

See below for current volunteer needs:

SEASONAL VOLUNTEER NEEDS 

🥫 St. Joseph Catholic Church's Food Drives 

Help welcome donors, collect filled grocery bags, and load food and household donations into House of Hope collection bins during St. Joseph Catholic Church's upcoming food drives.

Upcoming Drives: November & December 

Please Note: This opportunity involves standing, bending, and lifting. Closed-toe shoes are required. 

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP

🐾 Pooch Plunge | Saturday, December 5 

We are looking for three enthusiastic volunteers to lend a helping hand from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 

As a House of Hope volunteer, you will play an important role at the registration booth by: 

• Sharing information about House of Hope's services and programs 
• Distributing materials and welcoming event attendees 
• Collecting monetary donations to support our furry friends and other contributions 

After the event concludes at 1:00 p.m., volunteers will return all collected donations to the House of Hope Thrift Store on US 1. 

Click HERE to sign up to volunteer!

🎶 TCMTA Music Thon | Saturday, December 5 

If pups are not your thing, we have another great opportunity. Join us at the TCMTA Music Thon at the Treasure Coast Mall, located in front of Macy's, for a day filled with music and community outreach. 

As a volunteer at the House of Hope table, you will: 

• Greet guests and answer questions about our mission 
• Share information about our programs and services 
• Help collect donations to support local families 

Enjoy a full day of live performances while helping spread awareness and hope. 

Available Shifts 

• 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 
• 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. 
• 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 

Click HERE to sign up to volunteer!

If you have questions about these opportunities, please email events@hohmartin.org.

ONGOING VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES 

🥫 Stuart Food Pantry

Location: 2484 SE Bonita Street, Stuart

Shifts:

• Monday: 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
• Friday: 9:00 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.

For more information, click here.

🍎 Nutrition Center (Stuart)

Location: 2484 SE Bonita Street, Stuart

Shifts:

• Friday: 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

🌱 Growing Hope Farm & Packing House 

Shifts:

• Tuesday: 8:00–11:00 a.m. | Greenhouse Projects
• Thursday: 8:00–11:00 a.m. | Greenhouse Projects
• Friday: 8:00–11:00 a.m. | Greenhouse Projects
• Saturday: 8:00–11:00 a.m. | Greenhouse Projects

🛍️ Stuart Thrift & Holiday Store 

Shifts:

• Monday: 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. or 1:00–4:30 p.m.
• Wednesday: 12:00–4:30 p.m.
• Friday: 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. or 1:00–4:30 p.m.

For more information, click here.

🥫 Jensen Beach Food Pantry 

Shifts:

• Tuesday: 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.- 2
• Thursday: 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. - 2
• Friday: 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. - 2

💚 Hobe Sound Brach

Shifts:

Thrift Store:

• Tuesday: 1:00 - 4:30 p.m.
• Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. or 1:00 - 4:30 p.m.
• Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. or 1:00 - 4:30 p.m.

For more information, click here.

💚 Indiantown Branch 

Shifts:

Pantry:

• Tuesday: 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. or 1:00–4:30 p.m.
• Thursday: 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. or 1:00–4:30 p.m.

For more information, click here.

Thrift Store:

• Saturday: 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

For more information, click here.

🤝 Community Outreach Volunteers

Help represent House of Hope and connect more people with the programs, services, and resources available throughout our community!

Our Outreach Volunteers assist at community fairs, resource events, tabling opportunities, and other outreach activities by greeting community members, sharing information, distributing materials, and helping spread the word about House of Hope.

If you enjoy meeting new people, being out in the community, and want a flexible way to volunteer, this could be a great fit! Opportunities are available throughout the year, and volunteers can participate as their schedules allow.

For more information about volunteering, visit our website or contact Natasha at natasha@hohmartin.org.

Keep up to date on all of our events and activities by following us on social media or visiting our website at hohmartin.org.

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