Getting Ahead: Tuesdays
from 6-8:30pm
Staying Ahead: Meets first
Tuesday of month, from 6-8:00pm
HOURS: MON-THURS, 9AM-2PM
The Getting Ahead Class is an 18-week, hands-on workshop that empowers individuals who struggle in poverty reach their fullest potential, develop their future story, and build a support system.
Staying Ahead is a mentorship program for the graduates of the Getting Ahead Class who are living productive, sustainable lives, paired with a newcomer to help mentor and lead by example.
Read through these Success Stories and see the beauty and ashes that come from struggle and success. Meet some of our graduates, volunteers, and current class members and see how they have improved their lives!
We care about our families and their children. We know that reading drastically develops language skills and increases school readiness. Kids who are a part of the Bridges programs receive a special new book every month.
Lack of transportation is a HUGE barrier for families in need. Through volunteers, community partnerships, and donations we provide our families with vehicles and help with maintenance and repairs.
Volunteers are the foundation of our organization. From childcare, providing meals, transportation of our participants, light labor, and mentorships, we have a variety of opportunities to serve the community. Join us, we’d love to have you!
Let us know how we can help you by filling out our quick form, click below. If you have questions, want to know more about our programs, want to volunteer, or donate items, please contact us and we’ll get back to you within 48 hours.
As City Hope grows and expands we will be emailing out our monthly newsletter. Stay in the know on updates, needs, success stories, and ways to get involved as they arise. Sign up below if you’d like to be on our email list!
818 MAPLE ST.
BURLINGTON, IA 52601
MON/WED/FRI: 8-11:00am
TUES: 4-6:00pm
City Hope exists to promote the flourishing of individuals, families, and communities in Southeast Iowa and West-Central Illinois through building relationships, meeting needs, and sharing hope.
The Cupboard is a free, walk-in-friendly food bank for individuals and families in need. Enjoy an easy, judgment-free, shopping experience at both our Burlington and Fort Madison locations. No requirements, all are welcome!
Read about families just like yours and individuals who struggled with income poverty, spiritual poverty, and social poverty who used City Hope programs to help them step up in life. They explain the highs and lows of their journey and how they overcame huge obstacles.
Lack of transportation is a HUGE barrier for families in need. Through volunteers, community partnerships, and donations we provide our families with vehicles and help with maintenance and repairs.
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Volunteers are the foundation of our organization. From donating food and hygiene items, unloading trucks, transportation of our participants, prayer, and mentorships, we have a variety of opportunities to serve the community. Join us, we’d love to have you!
Let us know how we can help you by filling out our quick form, click below. If you have questions, want to know more about our programs, want to volunteer, or donate items, please contact us and we’ll get back to you within 48 hours.
As City Hope grows and expands we will be emailing out our monthly newsletter. Stay in the know on updates, needs, success stories, and ways to get involved as they arise. Sign up below if you’d like to be on our email list!
904 MAPLE ST.
BURLINGTON, IA 52601
YOUTH NIGHTS: Wednesday
from 6pm-8:00pm
HOURS: Contact us for in-person appointments
Youth Nights are a great way for students 3rd-12th grade to have a safe, social setting once per week on Tuesday evenings. The kids will be given a free dinner meal, snacks, games, and a quick lesson in small groups.
We all deserve second chances, and at City Hope it can be found. Students who dropped out of high school can join our free recovery program that helps them get back on track through a part-time online study that gets them a diploma once completed.
Read about families just like yours and individuals who struggled with income poverty, spiritual poverty, and social poverty who used City Hope programs to help them step up in life. They explain the highs and lows of their journey and how they overcame huge obstacles.
Volunteers are the foundation of our organization. From donating items, to spending a few hours at the Cupboard helping families, creating pre-packaged meals, prayer, and smiles, we have a variety of opportunities for both kids and parents to do together. Join us, we’d love to have you!
Let us know how we can help you by filling out our quick form, click below. If you have questions, want to know more about our programs, want to volunteer, or donate items, please contact us and we’ll get back to you within 48 hours.
As City Hope grows and expands we will be emailing out our monthly newsletter. Stay in the know on updates, needs, success stories, and ways to get involved as they arise. Sign up below if you’d like to be on our email list!
” Nobody cares how much you know until they know how much you care.”
– Theodore Roosevelt
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As City Hope grows and expands we will be emailing out our monthly newsletter. Stay in the know on updates, needs, success stories, and ways to get involved as they arise. Sign up below if you’d like to be on our email list!
904 MAPLE ST.
BURLINGTON, IA 52601
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MONA ASH FOR APPOINTMENTS
The Getting Ahead Class is an 18-week, hands-on workshop that empowers individuals who struggle in poverty reach their fullest potential, develop their future story, and build a support system.
The Staying Ahead program helps our graduates continue to grow, their resources and surrounds them with supportive relationships that will come alongside them as they continue to build their future story.
Read through these Success Stories and see the beauty and ashes that come from struggle and success. Meet some of our graduates, volunteers, and current class members and see how they have improved their lives!
While the participants are in their programs, we are intentional about helping the kids build their own resources.
From childcare, providing meals, transportation of our participants, light labor, and mentorships, we have a variety of opportunities to serve the community. Join us, we’d love to have you!
Our staff is intentional about building relationships, meeting needs, and sharing hope. We are comprised of folks that have hearts to share God’s love.
Let us know how we can help you by filling out our quick form, click below. If you have questions, want to know more about our programs, want to volunteer, or donate items, please contact us and we’ll get back to you within 48 hours.
As City Hope grows and expands we will be emailing out our monthly newsletter. Stay in the know on updates, needs, success stories, and ways to get involved as they arise. Sign up below if you’d like to be on our email list!
818 MAPLE ST.
BURLINGTON, IA 52601
MON/WED/FRI: 8-11:00am
TUES: 4-6:00pm
City Hope exists to promote the flourishing of individuals, families, and communities in Southeast Iowa and West-Central Illinois through building relationships, meeting needs, and sharing hope.
The Cupboard is a free, walk-in-friendly food bank for individuals and families in need. Enjoy an easy, judgment-free, shopping experience at both our Burlington and Fort Madison locations. No requirements, all are welcome!
Read about families just like yours and individuals who struggled with income poverty, spiritual poverty, and social poverty who used City Hope programs to help them step up in life. They explain the highs and lows of their journey and how they overcame huge obstacles.
From childcare, providing meals, transportation of our participants, light labor, and mentorships, we have a variety of opportunities to serve the community. Join us, we’d love to have you!
Our staff is intentional about building relationships, meeting needs, and sharing hope. We are comprised of folks that have hearts to share God’s love.
Let us know how we can help you by filling out our quick form, click below. If you have questions, want to know more about our programs, want to volunteer, or donate items, please contact us and we’ll get back to you within 48 hours.
As City Hope grows and expands we will be emailing out our monthly newsletter. Stay in the know on updates, needs, success stories, and ways to get involved as they arise. Sign up below if you’d like to be on our email list!
904 MAPLE ST.
BURLINGTON, IA 52601
YOUTH NIGHTS: Wednesday
from 6pm-8:00pm
DROPOUT PROGRAM: CALL FOR INFO
Youth Nights are a great way for students 3rd-12th grade to have a safe, social setting once per week on Wednesday evenings. The kids will be given a free dinner meal, snacks, games, and a quick lesson in small groups.
We all deserve second chances, and at City Hope it can be found. Students who dropped out of high school can join our free recovery program that helps them get back on track through a part-time online study that gets them a diploma once completed.
Read about families just like yours and individuals who struggled with income poverty, spiritual poverty, and social poverty who used City Hope programs to help them step up in life. They explain the highs and lows of their journey and how they overcame huge obstacles.
Volunteers are the foundation of our organization. From donating items, to spending a few hours at the Cupboard helping families, creating pre-packaged meals, prayer, and smiles, we have a variety of opportunities for both kids and parents to do together. Join us, we’d love to have you!
Let us know how we can help you by filling out our quick form, click below. If you have questions, want to know more about our programs, want to volunteer, or donate items, please contact us and we’ll get back to you within 48 hours.
As City Hope grows and expands we will be emailing out our monthly newsletter. Stay in the know on updates, needs, success stories, and ways to get involved as they arise. Sign up below if you’d like to be on our email list!
” Nobody cares how much you know until they know how much you care.”
– Theodore Roosevelt
As City Hope grows and expands we will be emailing out our monthly newsletter. Stay in the know on updates, needs, success stories, and ways to get involved as they arise. Sign up below if you’d like to be on our email list!
On June 17-20, we hosted a summer Bible Camp for grades K-5 at the Maple Leaf Center. The Bible Camp consisted of… READ MORE
YOUR FUTURE STORY – A HIGH SCHOOL COMPLETION PROGRAM / COMING SOON! City Hope is starting a brand new, state-approved High School Completion Program. Get a second chance by finishing your diploma at your pace and on your schedule.
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~Theodore Roosevelt
The hunger crisis and poverty barriers that our Burlington-area families face each day cannot be defeated by one person. Together we can stand against these obstacles. We are a community that loves and cares for one another, the way God loves us. With your help, we can give our families what they need to improve their quality of life. Grab a family member, a group of friends/co-workers, or come just as you are and sign up to volunteer and support your community.
City Hope Foundation is a 501(c)3 charitable organizations City Hope: Federal Tax ID (EIN): 84-3761726
