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Bridging the gap between high school students and communities in need

Welcome to Hands of Hope

OurMission

At Hands of Hope, we ignite compassion by connecting high school students with the real world, showing them the challenges faced by communities in need and inspiring them to take meaningful action. Through hands-on volunteering, our signature ripple initiatives, and our annual awards ceremony, we empower tomorrow's leaders to grow through empathy and lead with purpose.

Inspiringthe

NextGeneration

At Hands of Hope, we believe real change begins when students step beyond the classroom and into the world around them. By volunteering directly with communities in need, students witness the power of compassion in action and discover their own ability to make a tangible difference. Along the way, they grow into confident leaders. Their commitment is recognized through meaningful service hours, national honors, and celebration at our annual Hands of Hope Awards Ceremony. Most importantly, they become part of a community that believes empathy isn't just a value: it's a force that creates lasting impact and a ripple of hope far beyond high school.

International

Hands of Hope works with people beyond our own communities because need doesn't stop at borders.

Meaningful Change

Every project and event that Hands of Hope does directly serves the community in need, helping them sustain themselves and making a real difference.

Community

Hands of Hope is about people showing up for each other. We bring students together to serve, learn, and grow while building connections that make communities stronger.

Branches

Every Hands of Hope branch is different because every community is different. Branches are student-led and built around local needs.

Moments of Change

OurImpact

5000+

Volunteer Hours

Students contributing to community service projects across Atlanta.

$20,000

Fundraised

Funds raised to support underserved communities and organizations.

250+

Students Empowered

Young leaders actively participating in community service.

Meet the Team

We couldn't do it without us. We built this organization to make sure every student, no matter what circumstances, has the opportunity to get involved with their community. We built and are currently building the bridge between students who want to help and communities that need it.

Our Partners

OrganizationsWeWorkWith

We're proud to partner with leading organizations dedicated to serving our community and supporting those in need.

FrequentlyAskedQuestions

Any high school student who attends one of our many school chapters may register through their school.
No chapter in your school? Start one today

Members of Hands of Hope work directly with one understaffed community organization, depending on their branch (this could be a homeless shelter, sustainable gardening program, food packing center, etc.)

Nope, we give you the experience.

Yes, any work you do with Hands of Hope will earn you verified volunteer hours that carry over outside of high school.

Fill out this form to apply. *Note: While we are a very inclusive organization, the branch leader application process is very rigorous
Apply here

Contact Information

let's build a
compassionate
community together.

Reach out to us via info@handsofhopeoutreach.com