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HOPE Success Stories

From Side Hustle to Full-Time Business
May 9, 2025

Written by: Lisa Karel Have you ever dreamed of turning your side hustle into a full-time business? Since its founding, Operation HOPE has guided individuals through the process of making …

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One Million Black Businesses Stories - View All

Championing the Caregiver is This Entrepreneurs Calling

We recently shared a story during our year-end giving campaign that did not fully reflect the reality of Dawnita Brown’s experience. We deeply regret this oversight and want to correct …

Filling the Gaps with Knowledge

1 Million Black Businesses is about more than just creating 1 million Black businesses by 2030. It’s also about helping existing Black entrepreneurs enhance their skills, grow their network, and …

Credit & Money Management Stories - View All

More Than Just a Credit Score: Nicole’s Financial Wellness Story

written by: Lisa Karel Operation HOPE is often the first place people experiencing a financial emergency will turn to for help. As a result, it’s not uncommon for Operation HOPE …

From Struggle to Stability: Tammara’s Journey with Operation HOPE

When Tammara joined Operation HOPE in 2022, she had been stuck in a cycle of debt for over a decade—living paycheck to paycheck, relying on credit cards, and struggling to …

Small Business Development Stories - View All

A Haircut that Led to HOPE

Claire Broderick has been self-employed for over two decades, so the struggles and rewards of entrepreneurship are nothing new to her. But no amount of experience could have prepared her …

Sweet Legacy: The Mom + Daughter Duo Behind Kayla’s Italian Ice

written by: Y. Theresa Bostic Every mother carries a vision, a hope that her children will grow to be strong, dynamic individuals who will leave an indelible mark upon the …

Homeownership Stories - View All

Henry’s Homeownership Dreams Become a Reality

Henry Pinto, an immigrant from Venezuela, came to the United States with a dream of building a better life for his family. After settling in Lafayette, Louisiana, he encountered significant …

Achieving the Dream of Homeownership with HOPE: Courtney’s Story

When Courtney G. began working with Operation HOPE in September 2022, she faced a low credit score, three collections, nearly $100,000 in student loans and other debts, and no savings. …