April was a month of movement, mercy, and mission at HOPE Missions! We witnessed God’s hand at work as we welcomed 468 unique individuals. On average, we served 132 guests daily, with a recording breaking 162 guests on one day! Check out our April 2025 Impact Report: April Snapshot! Resource Partnerships that Empower This past month we had 19 classes and events spanning benefits and services connection, employment support, and […]
Be Kind—Because Everyone Is Made in the Image of God Genesis 1:27 reminds us: “So God created man in his own image…”Every person you see is a reflection of God’s love and creativity. That truth calls us to treat one another with kindness, dignity, and compassion—just as Jesus taught us. Our “Be Kind” T-shirts are more than just apparel—they’re a statement of faith and a way to live out the […]
Each week, we update this page with the most pressing needs at HOPE Missions. Your support helps us serve our community effectively by ensuring we have the essential supplies and resources to assist those in need. This Week’s Urgent Needs (May 2025):✅ Underwear ✅ Women’s Sports Bras: All Sizes✅ Women’s and Men’s Underwear: sizes small to XL✅ Baby Powder: Individual Travel Sizes✅ Breakfast Meats Every donation—big or small—makes a difference! […]
We are thrilled to announce that our very own Day Shelter Manager, Marlando Campbell, and his wife Sonia will be taking the stage as dancers for this year’s Dancing for Our Heroes 2025! What is Dancing for Our Heroes?Dancing for Our Heroes is presented by the Rotary Club of Greater Anderson and brings local non-profits together to the dance floor to raise funds. This year, every step, spin, and shimmy […]
HOPE Missions of the Upstate is excited to announce the launch of our newest initiative, HOPE Restart, a program designed to empower individuals who have faced life-dominating challenges to begin anew. Through intentional discipleship and dignified housing, HOPE Restart offers a Christ-centered pathway to stability and renewal. Under the leadership of Pastor John Boyte and in partnership with The Good Shepherd’s House, HOPE Restart focuses on providing post-incarceration services, support […]
We are thrilled to share that the backpack giveaway at First Presbyterian Church was a huge success! Thanks to the incredible efforts of 25 amazing volunteers, we distributed 165 backpacks during the Backpack Giveaway event on Monday December 23, 2024! In addition to backpacks, families had the opportunity to shop from across 12 tables that were stocked with essential items like blankets, batteries, soap, flashlights, first aid kits, toilet paper, […]
At HOPE Missions, we are blessed to have volunteers who pour their hearts into serving our community. This month, we are thrilled to spotlight Eleanor Walters, one of our most dedicated warming center volunteer servants. Eleanor exemplifies what it means to serve selflessly. She is always the first to respond when help is needed and the first to arrive, ready to make a difference. Her phenomenal dedication ensures that every […]
“Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.” – Matthew 25:40 As we reflect on the month of November, we are reminded of God’s call to love and serve others as an expression of our faith. The Lord blessed us with opportunities to live out His teachings, providing for the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of those who came […]
We are incredibly blessed to highlight the faithful members of Gospel Light, who have been unwavering in their commitment to serving at HOPE Missions. For years, their dedication, kindness, and genuine love for the Anderson community have made an immeasurable impact on the lives of so many. Whether it’s preparing meals, offering encouraging words, or lending a listening ear, Gospel Light members consistently embody Christ’s compassion. Their efforts have transformed […]
Join HOPE Missions of the Upstate for GivingTuesday and Help Us Reach Our $200,000 Goal! The holiday season is here—a time to reflect, give back, and make a difference in the lives of others. This year, HOPE Missions of the Upstate is proud to participate in GivingTuesday, the global movement of generosity, on Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024. Our mission has always been to provide nourishment, compassion, and support to those […]