Kelly has supported the Angel/Hope Tree Project since its very first year, 11 years ago!  She and her daughter, Caroline, have helped “behind the scenes” to make each year a success.  Since 2022, Kelly has donated ALL of the wonderful, huge bags that we will package the gifts in.  THANK YOU, KELLY!!

Walmart's Spark Good initiative is designed to support community causes and empower nonprofits. We are honored to have received a $1,000 grant from the 3850 East Independence Blvd store!  We are using these funds to purchase Walmart gift cards for our Hope Tree families.

Most of you probably already know “Dr. Matt”, a leading pediatric dentist in Charlotte and a favorite amongst so many.  He and his awesome wife, Maggie, have been big supporters of our project for years.  They have continued their tradition of donating toothbrushes, toothpaste and floss for our neighbors in need.  THANK YOU, MATT AND MAGGIE!!!

We are so excited to partner with the MPPC Weekday School this year!  They have graciously agreed to collect blankets for each of the Hope Tree children!  THANK YOU, MPPC WS!!

Anna Davis has been a big part of the Hope Tree Project since it's inception eleven years ago!  Her leadership, organization and huge heart are so needed and appreciated.  Thanks to her generous donation, each Hope Tree child will receive a winter hat!  THANK YOU, COLLEGE GUIDANCE!

This wonderful family and organization came into our lives last year and they brought the fun and support!  Take Charge helps promising young people take charge of their lives and reach their greatest potential through college scholarships, mentorship, networking, and leadership training.  The young people who go through our programs, in turn, inspire those around them - in their families, their neighborhoods, and their schools – to take charge of their futures. Thanks to the Battiers, we will be able to provide nice winter insulated gloves to each Hope Tree child!  THANK YOU, TAKE CHARGE!

Jane’s Fund exists to pour love and light into the community by providing encouragement and financial support to families experiencing personal hardship. By providing resources to individuals and other nonprofits with a similar mission, Jane’s Fund seeks to improve the educational, medical and physical well-being for children, giving the opportunity of new life, hope, and a thriving future.  Jane's life makes us want to SHINE LIKE JANE.  

ATOM hosts a huge mid-season meet every December.  This year, Coach Shaynah and team have invited participants to donate hats and gloves to the Hope Tree Project.  Also, the Senior 1 & 2 groups are going to assist at the Mingle Jingle in assembly gifts for the Hope Tree recipients.  THANK YOU, ATOM!!

Every year, various swim groups choose a charity to support during the holidays.  I’m thrilled and honored that several swim groups have chosen to support our Hope Tree Project over the past four years.  This year, Shark 2 and Dolphin 2 are collecting snacks and assembling 175 drawstring bags packed with snacks for each Hope Tree child.  Last year, Shark 1, Marlin 1 and Marlin 2 are providing supplies and assembling Blessing Bags of hygiene products.  Shark 2 is providing snacks and assembling Blessing Bags packed with snacks.  Each family receives hygiene bags, snack bags and various other necessities.  THANK YOU, MAC!

"Food Lion's philanthropic focus is on ending hunger in the towns and cities we serve through Food Lion Feeds, our hunger-relief initiative. Through Food Lion Feeds, we have donated 500 million meals to families, children, seniors, military families and veterans, and have committed to donate one billion more meals by the end of 2025.

We are passionate about helping to solve hunger today while investing in and honoring those who work toward ending hunger tomorrow. Therefore, we would like to support your group by providing $2,010 in Food Lion gift cards."  

THANK YOU, FOOD LION!

The OrangeTheory studio at Cotswold is collecting stocking stuffers and other helpful supplies for our Hope Tree families!  This is one of my favorite workouts - efficient, fun, and effective.  The coaches are personable and motivating.  Go get your Splat Points!  THANK YOU, OT!

Local Charlottean, Nancy Johnson, started making collages during the COVID pandemic. "My hope is that wherever these collages find a home, they will provide a spark of JOY and a ray of HOPE to all."  A portion of her proceeds goes to the Type 1 Diabetes Hope Fund that is set up through Atrium Health Foundation. "Anything is possible and to never, ever give up HOPE!"  Last year, Nancy donated 50 notepads to go along with our Hope ornaments we give to the parents of the children we spons.

Visit www.mysignsofhope.com to shop for meaningful gifts.

THANK YOU, NANCY!

The Hope Tree Project was honored to be the recipient of the 2023 14th annual Walk For Hope proceeds!  Students at the Charlotte Country Day Middle School walked laps around the track and donated 183 fleece blankets, 18 toys and 23 gift cards (total value $2,600)!!  

In 2024, the Hope Tree Project was blessed to work with advisories in the Upper School at Charlotte Country Day School to collect hats and gloves for each of the Hope Tree children!   THANK YOU, CCDS!

“Seeing is believing, but sometimes the most real things in the world are the things we can’t see.” - The Polar Express.  

The compassion and generosity our community shares is highlighted for me each year with this project.  I am moved to tears seeing how we came together to make an impact we may never see with our eyes, but we will feel in our hearts.  I will think of the 130 children and their families in our community who will wake up on Christmas morning (or other holidays) to a huge plaid bag of gifts, helpful items and most importantly hope and a feeling of support, love and respect from their neighbors.  

THANK YOU ALL!