HOPE Success Stories
Rehearse Your Disasters, Build Your Dreams: Michael’s Story of Financial Freedom
September 22, 2025Americans are often put in the unexpected position of navigating “disasters” – from the natural ones such as hurricanes and fires, to life events like company restructuring, divorces and illness. …
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From Side Hustle to Full-Time Business
May 9, 2025Written by: Lisa Karel Have you ever dreamed of turning your side hustle into a full-time business? Since its founding, Operation HOPE has guided individuals through the process of making …
Operation HOPE Helps This Entrepreneur “Think Bigger”
March 28, 2025At Operation HOPE, our small business coaches wear many hats to help entrepreneurs grow their businesses. They advise entrepreneurs on the technical aspects of their ventures, such as creating business …
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From Struggle to Stability: Tammara’s Journey with Operation HOPE
February 28, 2025When Tammara joined Operation HOPE in 2022, she had been stuck in a cycle of debt for over a decade—living paycheck to paycheck, relying on credit cards, and struggling to …
Finally Off the Rollercoaster: A Journey to Financial Stability
February 7, 2025For years, Cedric and Shavonta Hudson dreamed of homeownership, but the path to financial stability had been anything but smooth. Married since 1998, the couple moved across California, Arizona, and …
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A HOPE Perspective on Life
May 13, 2023My name is Judy Davis, and I am a client of Ms. Regina Osei with Operation HOPE. Mary Anderson with Trustmark Bank felt Regina was the ideal person to help me …
Expanding Financial Literacy for All: From Side Hustles to Businesses
April 21, 2023Financial literacy is the pathway to financial dignity and empowerment. For many, however, finding the light to show the way can be a challenge, even when you’re surrounded by the …
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Keys to a New Beginning: The Power of Financial Literacy and HOPE
February 14, 2025When Ms. Brown first reached out to her loan officer, Ruth at Cadence Bank in Memphis, TN, she had one goal in mind—purchasing a home. However, with a credit score in the low …
Driven by Ambitious Goals and Sacrifice, Homeowner Settles and Succeeds in San Diego
January 31, 2025Written by: Lisa Karel How do you purchase a home in one of the country’s most expensive real estate markets? That was the conundrum for Juliette, who moved to San Diego, …