Our Mission
The Center of Hope CDC empowers communities by driving bold, impactful initiatives that foster growth, strengthen connections, support well-being, and build a lasting legacy where families thrive.
COH CDC News
Agency in Action: Hope Small Business Fair Brings Entrepreneurship and Community Together
BE³ Business Incubation | September 13, 2026
What does agency look like in action? Sometimes, it looks like an entrepreneur introducing a product to a new customer, a business owner making an unexpected connection, or a community choosing to invest in the businesses growing within it.
On Sunday, September 13, Center of Hope Community Development Corporation (COHCDC) brought that vision to life through its Hope Small Business Fair. Held from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the Center of Hope courtyard, the event brought together approximately 23 vendors for a lively marketplace filled with commerce, conversation, and community connection.
🎓 Hope Academy Is Open!
Today, in the rain, a new chapter began.
Education Initiative | September 8, 2026 (Inaugural)
For the very first time, the doors of Hope Academy, a new educational initiative of Center of Hope CDC, opened to welcome its inaugural class of students for the first day of school.
Serving students in Kindergarten through 3rd grade, Hope Academy was created with a bold vision: to cultivate academic excellence, identity, and creativity while helping children grow in confidence, character, faith, and purpose…
uPCOMING EVENTS & Projects
Events at a glance
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HOPE Academy is grounded in a multi-age approach that honors the developmental range and potential of every early learner…(Learn More)
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Helping entrepreneurs to build, scale, and expand their businesses
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Light the Night is Center of Hope CDC's annual community festival held on October 31st designed to celebrate families while strengthening connections throughout the community…
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Uniting government and community to support Black fathers of young children (0-5), using Community Cultural Brokers (CCBs) for empowerment, family preservation, and equitable reunification.
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Walking in Purpose at Work and in Business
Join us on Saturday, November 22 (2–5 PM) for an afternoon of insight, exchange, and empowerment featuring speakers from across tech, real estate, sales, education, law, and more. Come ready to connect, learn, and walk boldly in your purpose—at work and beyond.
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This emergency support initiative provides structured assistance to individuals facing economic hardship due to natural disasters, personal crises, or unexpected financial strain. This program ensures immediate relief while fostering long-term resilience by integrating case management, verification processes, and sustainability strategies.