A committed group of strong and compassionate women, giving hope and opportunity to children and teens facing obstacles to their success. Together, we are building the future of our community by investing in our youth today.
Building Bright Futures
Women of Hope champion the Building Bright Futures initiative, supporting:
- Literacy Activities
- After-School Programs
- The Building Bright Futures Student Scholarships
Women Transforming Themselves and the World
The Women of Hope launched in 2019 and is more than 100 members strong and making a big impact on the children, families and seniors living in affordable housing communities.
Together, the Women of Hope:
- Raised more than $100,000 in 2024 to support the Building Bright Futures Fund
- Volunteered more than 192 hours of service
- Provided more than $4,000 of in-kind support for book giveaways, back to school drives, holidays, and other special events
- Are fostering a love of reading through literacy events and book distributions
How You Can Make a Difference
- Attend quarterly membership meetings and social gatherings
- Join a committee
- Volunteer
Schedule of Events for 2025
Membership Meetings
January 30 – Quarterly Meeting
May 19 – Donors & Scholars IE Dinner
July 23 – Quarterly Meeting
December 3 – Annual Holiday Celebration
Fundraising Events
June 12 – Beauty, Bubbles and Bites: A Ladies Night Out
September 18 – An Evening of Hope: San Diego
October 23 – An Evening of Hope Gala
Volunteer Opportunities
Monthly – Read to Kids Events
February – Valentine’s Celebrations (mid-February)
March – Read Across America (1st week of March)
April – Spring/Easter Celebrations (mid-April)
May 22 – After-School Program End of Year Celebration
July/August – Back to School Events
October – Harvest/Halloween Event (mid to late October)
November – Thanksgiving Events (mid to late November)
November 27 – Turkey Trot
December – Holiday Events, Colonies Holiday Miracles
Social Gatherings
February 18 – Circle of Hope Reception
August 20 – Bunko