HopeWorks of Howard County

HopeWorks of Howard County Need Help? Contact our 24-Hour Helpline 410-997-2272.

HopeWorks is a comprehensive private non-profit agency that provides services to individuals impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and child sexual abuse.

✨ GOOD NEWS — WE’VE EXTENDED OUR BACK TO SCHOOL DONATION DRIVE! ✨🎒Missed the original deadline? There’s still time to he...
08/19/2026

✨ GOOD NEWS — WE’VE EXTENDED OUR BACK TO SCHOOL DONATION DRIVE! ✨🎒

Missed the original deadline? There’s still time to help! We’re extending our Back To School Donation Drive through September 1st, and gift cards are still our greatest need. 💙

Your donation can help a local student get the school supplies and essentials they need to start the school year feeling prepared and confident. Every gift card makes a difference!

🗓️ NEW DEADLINE: September 1, 2026

If you’ve been thinking about donating, now is your chance! Help us give local students and families healing from violence the support they need for a successful school year. 🎓✏️📚

Thank you to everyone who has already donated and helped us spread the word!

🎓🚨 Calling all high school seniors and families!Join our Community Educators for a virtual workshop filled with informat...
08/15/2026

🎓🚨 Calling all high school seniors and families!

Join our Community Educators for a virtual workshop filled with information, advice, and practical tips to help make the transition to college life a little smoother. During this meeting, we'll cover a comprehensive checklist of essential items and important steps to consider before move-in day — helping students and families feel prepared for the big transition.

🗓️ Wednesday, September 16, 2026
⏰ 7:00–8:00 PM
💻 Virtual (via Zoom)

✨ Ready to get prepared? Register through our link in bio!

Stalking is often misunderstood and underreported, but is a real threat. Join HopeWorks' Educator Victoria Ramón on Mond...
08/14/2026

Stalking is often misunderstood and underreported, but is a real threat. Join HopeWorks' Educator Victoria Ramón on Monday, August 31 to learn more about what stalking is and how to identify and prevent it in your community.

💻 Virtual (via Zoom)
⏱️ 7PM-8PM EST

RSVP using the link in our bio!

Dine-In or Carry-Out without any guilt on August 20 — because a portion of your funds will support HopeWorks! 🍽️Join us ...
08/13/2026

Dine-In or Carry-Out without any guilt on August 20 — because a portion of your funds will support HopeWorks! 🍽️

Join us in partnership with Titan Strong for a Restaurant Night Fundraiser benefiting HopeWorks on August 20 from 11:30 AM–9 PM at The Blackwall Barn & Lodge Columbia!

20% of net sales will be donated to HopeWorks when you present this flyer with your dine-in or carryout order.

Bring your appetite and help give back to our community!

📍 The Blackwall Barn & Lodge Columbia
📅 August 20 | 11:30 AM–9 PM

College applications can feel overwhelming — but you don’t have to navigate them alone!Join HopeWorks' Youth Educators L...
08/11/2026

College applications can feel overwhelming — but you don’t have to navigate them alone!

Join HopeWorks' Youth Educators LaRelle John & Victoria Ramón for free, virtual College Application Prep on Thursday, August 27 from 6–7 PM!

We'll cover the key steps for preparing for college and successfully navigating the application process.

💻 Virtual meeting
📅 August 27 | 6–7 PM

✨ Register at hopeworksofhc.org/events

Are you a teen who wants to make a difference in your community, build your leadership skills, and grow your understandi...
08/10/2026

Are you a teen who wants to make a difference in your community, build your leadership skills, and grow your understanding of social justice work — all while earning community service hours?

The HopeWorks Youth Leadership Project (YLP) is now accepting applications for our 2026–2027 Cohort!

YLP is a service-learning program for teens ages 13–18 who are interested in learning about social justice, violence prevention, and challenging systems of oppression.

Throughout the school year, Youth Leaders:

🌱 Develop leadership and public speaking skills
💬 Engage in meaningful conversations about social justice and healthy relationships
🫶 Learn skills for violence prevention, self-care, and community safety
📣 Serve as outreach specialists and educate their peers
🎨 Create a Zine exploring liberation and youth power
⭐ Earn community service hours

Most importantly, YLP is a safe, affirming space where young people of all identities can learn, question, connect, create, and use their voices to make a difference.

👉 Apply for the 2026–2027 Youth Leadership Project today! LINK IN BIO! Applications are due September 29, 2026!

ONE WEEK LEFT to support HopeWorks' Back 2 School Donation Drive! ✨🎒We’re in the home stretch, and there’s still time to...
08/09/2026

ONE WEEK LEFT to support HopeWorks' Back 2 School Donation Drive! ✨🎒

We’re in the home stretch, and there’s still time to make a difference! Gift card donations help families shop for the school supplies and essentials their children need most as they head back to school.

Every gift card, no matter the amount, can help a local family start the school year with confidence! 🚌📚✏️

This is our LAST WEEK! If you’ve been meaning to donate, now is the time! Visit our LINK IN BIO or copy + paste the link below for a detailed list of gift card needs:
hopeworksofhc.org/backtoschool

Thank you to everyone who has already donated, shared our drive, and helped us spread the word. We couldn’t do this without our incredible community. 💙

Volunteer applicants, board members, community members and partners are invited to join us for this interactive in-perso...
07/23/2026

Volunteer applicants, board members, community members and partners are invited to join us for this interactive in-person training focused on understanding the root causes of gendered violence!

This workshop includes:

· an overview of intimate partner violence (IPV) and sexual violence (SV)
· an exploration of the root causes of violence
· an introduction to HopeWorks’ services, programs, and volunteer opportunities
· complimentary snacks + beverages!

This free training is required for volunteer candidates and open to the public. Pre-registration is required — please RSVP using our link in bio!

Applications for HopeWorks' 2026-2027 Youth Leadership Cohort are now OPEN! 📢The HopeWorks’ Youth Leadership Project is ...
07/18/2026

Applications for HopeWorks' 2026-2027 Youth Leadership Cohort are now OPEN! 📢

The HopeWorks’ Youth Leadership Project is a service-learning program inspiring introspective thinking, social consciousness, equity, and the use of these concepts to prevent violence. Youth Leadership is open to teens of all genders, ages 13-18.

From September to June, Youth Leaders gather once a month to explore topics related to violence prevention, including:

✨ Healthy relationships
✨ Media literacy & the safe use of technology self-care
✨ Bystander intervention & bullying prevention
✨ Gender dynamics, sexism, and healthy masculinity
✨ Anti-racism
✨ Self-care
✨ Understanding intersectionality and root causes of oppression

& more! Youth Leaders also EARN COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS alongside learning valuable skills.

Ready to learn more? Visit our link in bio!

🎳 THANK YOU to everyone who helped make such a memorable and meaningful event!Events like this are made not both possi...
07/01/2026

🎳 THANK YOU to everyone who helped make such a memorable and meaningful event!

Events like this are made not both possible and successful by the dedication and generous support of our incredible community partners, sponsors, volunteers, and friends. We are so grateful to everyone who showed up, made a team, donated to our goal, volunteered, and helped bring Hope Bowl to life — together, we raised $27,000+!

A Special Thank You To:

💙 HopeWorks Board of Directors, staff, and Youth Leaders for your leadership, passion, and commitment to our mission

🎳 The amazing team at Lucky Strike Columbia for hosting us and helping create an unforgettable experience

🌟 Our sponsors and prize donors for your incredible generosity, including:

• APL Federal Credit Union ()
• Bang N Jen Salon ()
• Brightwater Spa ()
• Chao Wu
• Howard Community College
• Howard County Education Association ()
• Howard County LGBTQIA+ Commission
• Merriweather Arts and Culture Center ()
• Polish'd Nail Salon
• Power52 Foundation ()
• The Beaulieu Family
• The Dog Wash ()
• The Sai-Palm Family
• The Wendy Slaughter Team at Samson Properties

Your support helped us surpass our fundraising goal, making a tangible difference in the lives of the survivors we serve. Thank you for being part of Hope Bowl and the work we do every day! 💙

Address

9770 Patuxent Woods Drive
Columbia, MD
21046

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+14109970304

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