Christmas Sponsorship Program
NOVEMBER-DECEMBER ANNUALLY
The HOPE Center Christmas Gift of HOPE Program assists families with gifts for their children and winter necessities over the holiday season. Each year, with your help, we are able to give over 350 local families a merry Christmas.
“You feel a sense of belonging that you’re a part of the community just by someone reaching out and helping you.”
Jennifer Iwuchukwu
“HOPE Center is the group that brought Christmas to my family 19 years ago,” said Iwuchukwu. “They provided a lot of gifts and other services. In particular I got a doll house that I remember most of anything. And for a child, that lights up their day and is something they never forget.”
Children helped by HOPE Center are tomorrow’s leaders, Iwuchukwu said.
“We currently will be sponsoring children through the HOPE Center,” Iwuchukwu said of the HOPE Center Christmas Sponsorship Program. “So it’s a full circle of how you change one person’s life and that can triple just by you helping one child, one mother, or one family.”
Christmas Sponsorship Information
HOW DOES THE PROGRAM WORK?
Sponsors will be matched with a family who has contacted the HOPE Center to request assistance during the holiday season through our Christmas Sponsorship Program.
WHO WOULD I SPONSOR?
A family residing in the Edmond, OK area. Clients go through a screening process to determine eligibility for assistance. You may wish to sponsor as an individual, family, business, church, school, Scout group, or any other organization. You may request the size of family and sponsor as many families as you wish.
WHAT IS MY RESPONSIBILITY?
We request that you provide at least one new gift for each child in the household, such as educational toys, books, games, etc. Warm clothing is always welcome and needed. Fresh food for a Christmas dinner is especially appreciated, as well as daily household necessities. Most importantly, the HOPE Center intends this program to offer a way for you to reach out to your community and help others.
HOW DO I START?
- Fill out the sponsorship form below and return to 1251 N Broadway, Suite A or mail in to PO Box 2915, Edmond, OK 73083
- Email [email protected] to request or return a form
- Call the HOPE Center at (405) 348-1340 to fill out a form over the phone
ALTERNATIVE SUPPORT
Monetary donations are always welcome online or mailed in to PO Box 2915, Edmond, OK 73083. We have some cases that for a variety of reasons, may not be receptive to or available for sponsor contact. These donations may help with the purchase of winter coats, pay utility bills, or provide funds for another specific need during the holiday season, and would be greatly appreciated.
Christmas Assistance Information
APPLY FOR ASSISTANCE BY NOV. 30
HOW DOES THE PROGRAM WORK?
Families will be matched with a sponsor who has contacted the HOPE Center to provide assistance during the holiday season through our Christmas Sponsorship Program.
WHAT ASSISTANCE IS PROVIDED?
You will receive at least one new gift per child in your household. Gifts will be available for pickup at HOPE Center mid-December, or you may arrange a pickup with your sponsoring family.
WHAT DO I NEED TO APPLY?
- Edmond or Arcadia, OK ZIP code (The ZIP codes we serve are 73034, 73013, 73003, 73007, 73025, and 73012)
- Proof of residence (Piece of mail with your current name and address)
- Photo ID
- Original Social Security cards for each child receiving assistance OR verification of school enrollment for each child
- A working phone number and email to communicate with your sponsor
HOW DO I START?
- Email [email protected] to request a Christmas assistance application
- The application, list of required documents, and a letter explaining the Christmas Sponsorship Program will be sent to you
- Once the completed application and ALL required documents are returned, you will receive a confirmation email that you you have been enrolled in the program
Medicare & Medicaid Specialist Assistance Program
EVERY THURSDAY & BY APPOINTMENT
9 AM-12 PM
Ashley Dodd, Medicare Specialist, will be available at HOPE Center of Edmond to assist with:
- Medicare Applications
- Medicare Education
- Medicaid Applications
- SNAP Assistance Applications
- Advantage Waiver Program
- Extra Help Program
(405) 820-8708
1251 N BROADWAY, SUITE A
EDMOND, OK 73034
Veterans Affairs Assistance Program
EVERY TUESDAY & THURSDAY
10 AM-2 PM
Lucas Derrick, Veteran Service Officer, will be available at HOPE Center of Edmond to assist with:
- VA Community Resources
- VA Disability Claims
- VA Healthcare
- Homeless VA Benefits
- Funeral & Widow Benefits
(405) 738-5997
1251 N BROADWAY, SUITE A
EDMOND, OK 73034
LEARN MORE
The Board will have guest speakers and activities designed to create a team of individuals who are working to assist their neighbors in need. The Board plans several service projects to help raise awareness and benefit the community through HOPE Center.
TLB members will serve a one-year term and are asked to attend a minimum of 8 meetings to complete training and to participate in planning and completion of projects. The meeting times and dates are determined by the Board members.
Members will earn community service hours for school or service club requirements from a nonprofit organization in supervised settings and activities. Verification of volunteer hours will be provided and letters of recommendation to colleges or employers will also be available.
TLB members must be mature, responsible, compassionate teens who enjoy working with people and supporting their community. Being on the HOPE Center Teen Leadership Board is a significant commitment; however, the leadership experience and reward of serving your neighbors in need will be invaluable.
Teen Leadership Board
Please check back in for our 2024-2025 Teen Leadership Board application, available April 1, 2024.
The HOPE Center Teen Leadership Board is designed to be a learning experience for young people interested in understanding more about their community and service. The program is open to students entering grades 10-12.
LEARN MORE
The Board will have guest speakers and activities designed to create a team of individuals who are working to assist their neighbors in need. The Board plans several service projects to help raise awareness and benefit the community through HOPE Center.
TLB members will serve a one-year term and are asked to attend a minimum of 8 meetings to complete training and to participate in planning and completion of projects. The meeting times and dates are determined by the Board members.
Members will earn community service hours for school or service club requirements from a nonprofit organization in supervised settings and activities. Verification of volunteer hours will be provided and letters of recommendation to colleges or employers will also be available.
TLB members must be mature, responsible, compassionate teens who enjoy working with people and supporting their community. Being on the HOPE Center Teen Leadership Board is a significant commitment; however, the leadership experience and reward of serving your neighbors in need will be invaluable.
HOPE CENTER COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER
STREET ADDRESS
1251 N BROADWAY, SUITE A
EDMOND, OK 73034
MAILING ADDRESS
PO BOX 2915
EDMOND, OK 73083
OFFICE HOURS
MON–THU: 8:30 AM–4:00 PM
FRI: 8:30 AM–12:00 PM
SAT-SUN: CLOSED
DONATION HOURS
MON–THU: 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
FRI: 8:30 AM–4:00 PM
SAT: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
SUN: CLOSED
CONTACT
(405) 348-1340
STREET ADDRESS
1251 N BROADWAY, SUITE B
EDMOND, OK 73034
OFFICE HOURS
MON–THU: 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
CLOSED DAILY FOR LUNCH: 12:00 PM-1:00 PM
FRI-SUN: CLOSED
CONTACT
(405) 348-4680
