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Through Operation HOPE, Brian Rebuilt His Life and Regained Faith in Himself
December 10, 2025

As one of fifteen children, Brian grew up in a large, close-knit family. Over the years, he became the one everyone could count on. “I’ve always been that guy,” Brian …

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Augustus Finds New Confidence with His Coach and Community

HOPE small business coaches do more than lay the foundation of business for new entrepreprenuers. They also serve as a catalyst for confidence and building community for existing ones. Augustus …

“I Just Want to Pay My Bills On Time”: Calvine’s Credit and Budgeting Dreams Come True

Calvine and her coach, Alisha, met in March 2020. The pandemic had just started, and neither knew what to expect. Her credit was in bad shape, being in the low …

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Sadie’s “Maid”-to-Order Dream Comes to Life

Leaving home is rarely an easy thing to do. But when mom calls and asks that you move from one state to another to assist with her growing business, you …

“I understood that if I can dream it, I can achieve it.”

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Operation HOPE is highlighting a few of our clients who have made significant strides in their journey towards financial empowerment and success. This week’s …

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HOPE, Sweet HOPE for a Home Sweet Home

When Montrell and Kawanda discovered Operation HOPE, it couldn’t have happened at a better time. This couple, residing in Southeast Memphis, with dreams of purchasing a home large enough for …

Louis Gets Serious About Financial Literacy and Goes All the Way

An adage says, “if you play with fire long enough, you’re bound to get burned.” Often this saying is used as a warning against destructive behaviors and influences, but in …