Blog Posts
Byron Regains His Financial Freedom
November 25, 2023A few years ago, Byron suffered an injury in an accident at his job. Soon after, he was laid off due to COVID. Unfortunately, he was not prepared for the …
Unbanked to Banked with First Independence
November 16, 2023Anthony B. first encountered Operation HOPE at the Sickle Cell Association of Michigan Annual Walk, and he immediately connected with our services and mission. After struggling with his finances for …
Sharing Mahalo from Maui
October 27, 2023“On Aug. 8th, our lives were upheaved due to the unexpected Lahaina Wildfires. We have been displaced for three months now. We have been paying out of pocket for housing after …
US Bank Gives a HOPE Inside a Fresh, New Look!
October 10, 2023US Bank has remodeled the space adjacent to their North Minneapolis branch for the last six months for HOPE coaches to meet with clients. The site was a rallying point for …
The Chavises Journey to Their Dream Home
October 6, 2023When Alisha Kenney first started working with the Chavis family back in December 2020, they had a dream of buying a home. At that time, they had no savings, and …
Remembering Senator Diane Feinstein, A Friend of HOPE and the Community
October 4, 2023We are deeply saddened by the recent passing of Diane Feinstein, longtime Senator from California. She was a lioness in the Senate, a trailblazer for women, and a tireless advocate …
Operation HOPE Shares “Commitment to Action” at Clinton Global Initiative 2023
September 20, 2023Each year, the Clinton Global Initiative gathers many of the world’s top “doers” who are committed to taking meaningful action to make the world a better place for us all. …
We Remain Hopeful and Resilient: Remembering 9/11
September 11, 2023On September 11, 2001, our world changed forever. We faced immense grief as thousands of lives were stolen from us, and our nation experienced a sorrow unparalleled in our recent …
Filling the Gaps with Knowledge
September 8, 20231 Million Black Businesses is about more than just creating 1 million Black businesses by 2030. It’s also about helping existing Black entrepreneurs enhance their skills, grow their network, and …
Honoring the Legacy of Clarence Avant: A Tribute from Operation HOPE
August 16, 2023In the tapestry of change-makers, advocates, and community builders, some threads shine more brightly than others. Today, we at Operation HOPE want to take a moment to honor one of …