The sharp, clean scent of lavender and jasmine lingers in the air as Gracie stands behind her table, fielding questions and managing the growing crowd gathered around her handcrafted soaps at the 2025 Women of Hope’s Beauty, Bubbles & Bites fundraiser. It’s her...
Across Southern California and in Texas, children raced their way into summer during our annual Field Day event – a vibrant celebration marking the end of the school year. From sack races to splashes from overflowing water buckets, Field Day was more than just fun. It...
When Martina set out to find a new home for her family of three in 2023, she wasn’t just searching for a roof over their heads – she was searching for community. Martina wanted a place where her 9-year-old daughter, Taniyah, who is homeschooled, could connect with...
A magnificent oak tree, with rich brown branches and brilliant pink and orange flowers, transforms the setting for Keri’s Corner, a key element of the Eric Dickerson Learning Center at National CORE’s Residences of Diamond Hill. Lush green leaves and a whimsical blue...
After an intense series of matches, National CORE resident Anthony Mendoza has emerged as the winner of the Jack Downer Street Panna one-on-one soccer tournament, sponsored by the Empire Strykers. Anthony, 14, spends his days on the Corona del Rey soccer field,...
Hope through Housing’s after-school program empowers youth in underserved communities, equipping them with tools to break the cycle of poverty and create brighter futures. During monthly career conversations, children are introduced to an array of career paths –...
