We’re open during this winter storm to provide a safe and warm place to stay. Coffee is on and we have plenty of snacks. Many thanks to Anderson County for the opportunity to operate in this space all the time, especially this weekend.
This is a coffee pot. But if you’ve been to HOPE Missions of the Upstate, you know that it isn’t just a coffee pot. It’s warmth after a long night on the streets or in substandard housing. It’s a symbol of hospitality, a place to gather. I’ve had several “God moments” in the time I’ve been involved with the mission, but this morning I had the most touching conversation with […]
One of many community projects from Anderson University’s Communications department includes a video documentary named, “Homelessness in Anderson.” Over the course of several weeks, students from COM 451 collected footage, interviewed people, walked the streets and listened intently to those who helped tell the story of homelessness in our city. Thanks to the crew who put this together: Jeremy Thompson (editor and camera operator), Simon Loftus (Director), Asa Waters (Producer), […]
Beyond Our Walls Ministry from Hartwell, Georgia, is providing a HUGE Christmas dinner this Saturday, Dec 4th, 2021 at HOPE Missions, 213 S. Towers St, Anderson SC 29624, from 2-4pm. Please spread the word to our surrounding community and let people know to come and get some HOPE and amazing food! The menu includes: Turkey, Ham, Dressing and gravy, Green beans, Potato salad, Rolls, Dessert, and Tea all served with […]
The LOT Project and HOPE Missions are joining forces to hand out coats, blankets, sleeping bags, and shoes this Friday, December 3rd, 2021, from 8:30-10:00 at The LOT Project, 302 W. Market St. We are very excited to continue our work in the community with our friends at The LOT Project. We are truly doing everything we can to be of one mind and one spirit — all in unity […]
We’re serving at Anderson’s Lights of Hope this year!! There are two ways you can be a part: 1) visit the outdoor extravaganza and enjoy all the scenery and/or 2) volunteer to help us at the gate. For HOPE Missions, this is a fundraiser as we get a portion of the proceeds relative to the amount of support we provide. For our community, it’s a chance to get out and […]
We need your help in supporting our local blood bank! Supplies are running low, so this is our chance to contribute blood AND raise money for HOPE Missions. Please make an appointment now! Location: 213 S Towers Street (Honey’s Place), Anderson, SC 29624 October 29th, 2021 | 01:00 to 06:00 PM To make an appointment, please scan the QR Code and search for Sponsor Code 7299 or click this link: […]
Come by HOPE Missions this Saturday to enjoy homemade chicken-n-rice casserole with salad and garlic bread from 2pm to 4pm. We will setup dinner with fixins under the canopy and celebrate a reprieve from the rain (prayerfully). This is just one way we love the opportunity to serve those in our community. We are all about building relationships, creating a safe space for many to enjoy true fellowship. Here’s a […]
HOPE Missions is proud to be a Partner Agency with Second Harvest Food Bank.
HOPE Missions is blessed to have volunteers that support our desire to be the hands and feet of Jesus to over 50 people every day that we’re open. One of our super volunteers is Jenni Marchbanks. Jenni’s work schedule only allows her to help out a few times a month before she goes to work, but that hasn’t stopped her from volunteering! We’re blessed to enjoy the biscuits she provides […]