Helping Others Possess Essentials
(H.O.P.E.) Foundation
Giving HOPE One Bag At A Time
Past Events
The G.I.R.L.S. Club invited the H.O.P.E. Foundation to their Winter Retreat to present our F.L.O.W. Workshop, and we were honored to pour into 88 amazing young ladies, grades 3–12! Our session helped participants Feel, Learn, Own, and focus on Wellness through hands-on activities and real conversations about menstrual health and confidence. A special thank-you to MH Boxes for donating beautiful boxes as a gift for each attendee — such a meaningful touch! We are grateful for the opportunity to support, educate, and empower the next generation.
November Donations:
​93 period packs and 93 hygiene were donated to:
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Fairfield MS
Mary Passage MS
Crittenden MS
Transitional Housing
Our amazing Co-Chair spent the day spreading joy—blessing two families with full holiday meals (all the trimmings included!) and donating 10 turkeys on behalf of the H.O.P.E. Foundation.
On Saturday, November 22nd, G.I.R.L.S. Club celebrated their Day of Service in the best way possible—by giving back! They hosted a Donation & Packing Drive for the H.O.P.E. Foundation, resulting in an incredible 304 Period Packs and 200 Hygiene Packs. These essential kits are now supporting students across Hampton Roads and the Richmond area. We are so grateful for this amazing group of young ladies and their dedicated leaders for making such a powerful impact!
On Saturday, November 15th, 11 incredible volunteers joined us for our November Donation & Packing Drive in partnership with NAAIA CVA. Together, we packed 150 period packs and 116 hygiene bags to support our adopted schools! NAAIA members also contributed $392.13 in cash and in-kind donations — helping us ensure students have the essentials they need. Thank you for making a real impact!
October Donations:
​239 period packs and 185 hygiene were donated to:
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Oscar Smith Community Resource Fair
MH Boxes
Nansemond River HS
King’s Fork HS
Mary Passage MS
Crittenden MS
Fairfield MS
Henderson MS
Bon Secours’ Kidz-N-Grief Program
On Oct 11th, our amazing volunteers came together to pack 150 period packs and 156 hygiene bags for our School Adoption Program! Every bag helps students feel confident, cared for, and ready to learn. A huge thank you to Unbound Books & Bridges for their generous donation and support!
We were honored to participate in the Resource Carnival at Oscar Smith Middle School on October 2nd, 2025! With about 119 attendees, we provided period packs and various other essential hygiene items to students in need.
On Sept 27th, we hosted our 2nd F.L.O.W. Workshop! Our attendee left feeling confident and prepared for her very first period — complete with resources and a F.L.O.W. Kit.
On September 6th, we came together to pack 63 hygiene bags and 153 period packs to jumpstart our Middle School Adoption Program.
July Donations
150 Period Packs were donated to:
MH Boxes
New Life Outreach Church
Redeemed Assembly of Jesus Christ
On July 19th, we hosted our very first F.L.O.W. Workshop — and it was a beautiful success! Designed to prepare preteens for their first period, each participant was empowered to Feel, Learn, Own, and Wellness through fun activities, honest conversations, and essential resources. A huge thank you to MH Boxes, Ali Terese, and Period RVA for their generous donations and support — you helped make this day impactful and unforgettable.
A huge thank you to Mimi's Sweet Thangs for hosting a fantastic event and donation drive benefiting the H.O.P.E. Foundation. We collected $718.00 in cash and received items valued at over $200.
Line Dancing with Anika was a huge success!
Thanks to our amazing attendees and supporters, we raised $1,520 in cash donations plus generous in-kind hygiene donations to support our upcoming programs!
Your energy, generosity, and commitment to the mission of the H.O.P.E. Foundation help us continue restoring dignity and promoting wellness through access to essential hygiene items.
Special thanks to Anika, DJ Stretch, Junior League of Hampton Roads, and BeeZesty Lemonade.
May Donations
300 Period Packs & 75 Hygiene Bags were donated to:
William E. Waters M.S.
MH Boxes
Grand Lake Relief Drive
Redeemed Assembly Community Health Fair
Crittenden M.S.
April Donations
200 Period Packs & 130 Hygiene Bags were donated to:
William E. Waters M.S.
Homer L. Hines M.S.
Menchville H.S.
Fairfield MS's 4th Annual All About Me Day Community Festival
On March 29th, we came together to pack 115 hygiene bags and 608 period packs for our Middle School Adoption Program. Thanks to our dedicated volunteers and supporters, we continue to provide essential hygiene supplies to students in need!
March Donations
400 Period Packs & 80 Hygiene Bags to:
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Vernon Johns MS
Waters MS
Nansemond River HS
Hines MS
Crittenden MS
Cradock MS
Henderson MS
NCCU Men's & Women's Basketball Team for MEAC
Tabernacle Baptist Church Community Health Fair
February Donations
300 Period Packs & 200 Hygiene Bags to:
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Henderson MS
Menchville HS
Ruffner MS
MH Boxes
Bacon Retirement Community
Peace Church
Siler City ES
Nansemond River HS
On February 8th, we packed 624 period packs and 74 hygiene bags with the help of 25 amazing volunteers! A huge thank you to everyone who donated, including The Dental Careers Course I from Chesterfield Technical Center.
January Donations
250 Period Packs & 75 Hygiene Bags to:
MH Boxes
Cradock MS
Dogwood MS
Henderson MS
Fairfield MS
Waters MS
On January 18th, 2025, H.O.P.E. Foundation hosted an incredible Donation & Packing Drive! With the support of 35 amazing volunteers across two locations, we packed 100 hygiene bags and 417 period packs. Huge thanks to everyone who contributed to making a difference in our community, including the Odds-n-Eds Bowling League for their generous donation. A special shout-out to the Army Ordnance Basic Officer Leadership Class from Fort Gregg-Adams for joining us and lending a helping hand.
December Donations:
Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc (Alpha Chi Chapter)
Toys "U" Can't Return Program
50 Period Packs​
November Donations:
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96 bottles of deodorant, 350 period packs, & 100 hygiene bags to:
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Cradock M.S.
Dogwood M.S.
Nansemond River H.S.
Ruffner School M.S.
Henderson M.S.
Vernon Johns M.S.
Fairfield M.S.
Henry L Marsh III E.S.
Mary Scott Preschool Parents
On November 2nd, 2024, we hosted our November Donation & Packing Drive and packed an incredible 452 period packs and 100 hygiene bags! These essential supplies will go directly to schools as part of our Middle School Hygiene Adoption Program, helping students access the hygiene items they need. Huge thanks to all the volunteers and supporters who made this possible!
On October 25th, we joined the excitement at North Carolina Central University for the Homecoming Donation Drive, collecting essential hygiene items and food pantry supplies! Thanks to all who came out and supported this event—your donations will make a meaningful difference for those in need.
October Donations:
​​Cradock Middle School / Portsmouth, VA - 83 Period Packs
Dogwood Middle Schools/ Richmond, VA - 35 hygiene bags
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We were honored to participate in the Resource Carnival at Oscar Smith Middle School on October 4th, 2024! With over 250 attendees, we provided 67 period packs, 35 hygiene packs, and various other essential hygiene items to students in need. A special thanks to Period RVA for joining us and offering valuable hygiene education. We’re proud to be making a difference in our community!
September Donations:
100 Hygiene Bags
250 Period Packs
100 boxes of dryer sheets
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Given to:
Faith Fun Fest & Community Giveaway
McGee's Crossroads Middle School​
​Vernon Johns Middle School
On August 10th, 2024, we hosted our first Donation & Packing Drive for the upcoming school year. The community showed up with generous donations, and our amazing volunteers helped us pack 687 period packs! Once everything was packaged, we proudly donated 100 period packs to a fantastic organization called MH Boxes. Your support is making a real difference—thank you!
Huge thank you to Mimi's Sweet Thangs for raising money for the H.O.P.E. Foundation! All items and funds will directly support our upcoming school year adoption program. We raised an incredible $500 in cash, plus essential hygiene items! Your generosity is helping us make a difference in the lives of students in need.
We are grateful to Redeemed Assembly of Jesus Christ in Richmond for hosting a packing drive! Together we packed 103 hygiene packs and 146 period packs. These packs were given at a National Night Out in Richmond VA on 8/6/24.
We’re thrilled to announce a collaboration between the Greenville (NC) Alumnae Chapter (GNCAC) of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and the Helping Others Possess Essentials Foundation! Together, we’re hosted a Donation & Packing Drive to benefit Pitt County Schools. This initiative aims to provide essential hygiene items to students in need, ensuring they have the resources necessary for their well-being and success.
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We packed 144 hygiene bags & 352 period packs plus lots of full sized items.
On Sunday, June 2nd, 2024, H.O.P.E. Foundation went to Dream Park in Greenville, NC to give out hygiene products to the Lunch Buddies of Something2Somebody Organization. We even left a few in the cabinet for others at a later time.