We asked our Graduating Seniors the following question: What was one thing you learned from participating in Hands4Hope that you will use in your future?

"Everyone has a unique valuable gift that they bring to the table." "The importance of helping people and giving back to the community." "Hands4Hope gave me the opportunity to step out of my comfort zone and become more outgoing when first interacting with people that I don't know." "Public speaking! Before Hands4Hope, I was very shy and I was always nervous about public speaking. Now I am extremely comfortable standing in front of a crowd and leading. I am able to effectively articulate my thoughts and execute a plan."  "I learned how to be a better listener and how to lead people to be more comfortable with sharing their ideas." "I learned a countless number of leadership and project management skills such as how to run a meeting, planning and coordinating multiple events, budget monitoring, marketing, and time management that really helped me in both school and my personal life."

"Hands4Hope has helped me grow into the leader I am today." WE ARE SO PROUD OF EACH AND EVERY ONE OF OUR Hands4Hope - Youth Making A Difference Graduating Seniors! Follow us on Instagram & Facebook where we will be doing a special feature on each of our amazing graduates!

These positive outcomes are a direct result of the financial investment that our donors have made during our Annual Giving Campaigns. We'd like to take a moment to acknowledge the generosity of our repeat donors who have helped us grow and strengthen our programs over the last 14 years. If you are new to Hands4Hope or would like to contribute to our Big Day of Giving Campaign for the first time, we want you to feel reassured that we will continue to be trusted stewards of your investment in our organization. For additional resources that reflect the impact of your donation: Review the impact reports on our website Read below how our youth were able to raise over $15,000 for local community organizations as a result of donors like YOU! See how a gift of $5000, $500, $150, or $25 helps to sustain our program

No gift is too small - the impact of your donation will be felt for years to come!

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On April 2, the Hands4Hope Youth Board’s annual fundraiser, Dine With Austin, raised over $10,000 for their beneficiary, Walk with Austin! Their efforts will help Walk With Austin achieve its goal of building an all-abilities playground at Bass Lake Park in El Dorado Hills! Visit our website to read the full update from Madisen Berry, Hands4Hope Youth Board Public Relations Coordinator 

Here's a great example of your Return on Investment! Because of your donations, youth in our after school clubs had the opportunity to organize Service Learning projects AND raise funds for local community organizations such as Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Sierra Wildlife Rescue, All About Equine, UC Davis Pediatric Heart Center, Sweet Dreams Foundation, Folsom Zoo, Folsom High School Special Education Department, and those impacted by the Caldor Fire! Check out our latest Club Wrap-Up to see how our youth raised over $5500 for projects close to their heart! 

Our May Staff Spotlight is Jennypher Doan, our new Communications & Fundraising Coordinator! Jennypher's focus will be on keeping you up-to-date with what's happening at Hands4Hope, sharing our Stories of Impact, and building a relationship with our community through in-person events, print, email, and online! She'll also be assisting with fundraising efforts such as our Big Day of Giving Campaign in May, our Endless Summer Beach Party Auction Fundraiser in September and events that recognize our incredible Donors & Volunteers. Jennypher is passionate about making a difference which makes her a wonderful addition to the team! Read more about Jennypher on our website! 

There are many ways to support our life-changing programs for youth and your financial wishes. Click HERE to learn more about our giving options to support Hands4Hope - Youth Making A Difference. Your gift has the power to change lives!

Imagine the impact we can have if we work together! Hands4Hope - Youth Making A Difference is a youth driven non-profit charitable (501(c)3) organization whose mission is to inspire and empower youth in leadership and service. Our vision is to develop a community of civic minded and socially responsible citizens for generations to come.