Get Help - Hope Florida

When you call the Hope Line, you take the first step towards accomplishing the American Dream. Our dedicated Hope Navigators are ready to listen, understand your unique challenges, and connect the dots in a community-based approach that organizes the generosity and goodness of neighbors ready to help.

We believe in the strength of personalized support. Your Hope Navigator will work with you to create an individualized plan tailored to your specific needs and goals. Together, we’ll help you overcome barriers and navigate your pathway to personalized success.

Need help or know someone who does? Call 850.300.HOPE to connect with a Hope Navigator today.

“Being a Hope Navigator has allowed me to serve the community and remind them that there are still some warm hearts, ready and willing to help others in their time of need.”

Natarra, Hope Navigator

WHO WE SERVE

Single Parents

For single parents striving to balance work and family responsibilities, we offer a lifeline. Hope Florida connects them to affordable childcare options, valuable mentorship programs, and tailored employment opportunities supporting parents as they provide for their families.

Individuals with Unique Abilities

Individuals with unique abilities and their families find strength in our community connections. Hope Florida empowers them with essential resources that promote independence and integration, helping them to unlock their God-given potential and thrive.

Veterans

Hope Florida honors the courage and sacrifice of Florida veterans by helping them to navigate their benefits and overcome barriers to success, ensuring that those who risked all for their country never walk alone.

Individuals on Government Assistance

Our Hope Navigators work one-on-one to connect individuals on government assistance with opportunities to develop career skills and a long-term vision, helping them build their individualized pathway to self-sufficiency and the American Dream.

Youth Aging out of Foster Care

For youth aging out of foster care, the road ahead often can seem uncertain. Through Hope Florida, they can receive mentorship and guidance, ensuring they step into adulthood with confidence and engage in a future full of possibilities.

Seniors

Offering seniors opportunities for companionship and community engagement through volunteerism as Hope Heroes, Hope Florida connects seniors with the tangible support they need to thrive at every stage of life.

Juvenile Justice Youth

Hope Florida connects juvenile justice youth and their families with essential resources to address immediate challenges and work towards a bright future.

STORIES OF HOPE

In July 2022, Betena Powell was referred to the Hope Florida Program. Betena is a 36-year-old mother of three and had recently been evicted from her home. The Hope Navigator was able to connect her with Operation 180, which provided Betena and her children with a temporary place to live. Betena was able to stay in the temporary shelter for two months until she found a secure home for her and her children. One of Betena’s biggest challenges was finding somewhere for her 14-year-old autistic daughter to be placed after school so that she would be able to work and provide for her children. The Hope Navigator reached out to Spark Pediatric Medical Daycare and Betena’s daughter was accepted into the program. To assist with the barrier of employment, Betena was referred to CareerSource and is now working for Advent Health in the medical field.

The Powell Family

How Do Hope Navigators Help?

Hope Navigators possess a working understanding of the complimentary resources available within both the community and government sectors. By using this “big picture” knowledge, our Hope Navigators connect individuals to nonprofits and faith communities that will provide immediate help with needs like temporary housing, water bill assistance, or nourishing meals for their families. After meeting initial crisis needs, Hope Navigators then work hand-in-hand with Floridians to identify and overcome barriers to long-term success, such as facilitating access to stable employment, mentorship, affordable childcare, and educational opportunities that open doors to advance career paths. Beyond essential resources, Hope Navigators help promote independence and volunteerism, so every Floridian can unlock their God-given potential and thrive.