OUR MISSION
To nurture and guide motivated young people in need
to become well-educated, career-ready men and women for others.
Same Spark, Brighter Than Ever!
Hope Ignites reflects the evolution of who we are and the impact we make. In an increasingly competitive landscape of youth-serving organizations, this name distinguishes us from others and clarifies our unique mission and impact.
Our new name reflects the full journey of those we serve—from scholars to young professionals—and better represents the diverse individuals and communities we serve.
A big thank you to documentary filmmaker and supporter Timmy Vatterott, who donated his time to make this video for this historic announcement!
At the same time, they have inspiring grit, motivation, capacity, and promise; needing access to education and skills that will give them a chance to thrive in life and make a difference in their communities.
That’s where we come in.
Hope Ignites closes the achievement gap and workforce development divide by acting as a bridge to opportunity which spans middle school through college graduation and into career launch.
It was a good decision to come to Hope Ignites because it was an outlet, and provided me with the resources I needed to become a stronger version of myself.
IN THE MEDIA
tastytrade Podcast “Bootstrapping in America” welcomed an on-air collaboration by two of our fearless Boys Hope Girls Hope leaders!
Boys Hope Girls Hope of Illinois President Karen Croteau, and Boys Hope Girls Hope President & CEO Kristin Ostby were interviewed by Kristi Ross, tastytrade’s co-CEO, about their leadership journeys, our work with young people, fundraising needs, and plans for the future of the Illinois affiliate and the Boys Hope Girls Hope Network.
Boys Hope Girls Hope of Illinois is recognized as Chicago’s Very Own by WGN 9!
HERE IS HOW YOU CAN PROVIDE HOPE
HERE IS HOW YOU CAN PROVIDE HOPE