youth growth & development, family wellness and community outreach services
MY ABUNDANT HOPES, INC IS GEARED TOWARDS YOUTH GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT, FAMILY WELLNESS, AND COMMUNITY OUTREACH SERVICES.
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WE REACH OUT TO THE HOMELESS, YOUTH, TEENS, ELDERLY, AND FAMILIES THROUGH OUTREACH AND EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMS, YOUTH SERVICES, SPIRITUAL CONNECTIONS, AND COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS.
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THE ORGANIZATION'S GOAL IS TO REACH OUT TO AS MANY INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES AS POSSIBLE. TO DO THIS, WE WILL FORM PARTNERSHIPS WITH MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOLS IN THE SURROUNDING AREAS, JUVENILE PROBATION OFFICES, HOMELESS SHELTERS, DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY AND CHILDREN SERVICES, ALCOHOLIC ANONYMOUS ORGANIZATIONS AND PROGRAMS, DEPARTMENT OF PROTECTIVE SERVICES, HUD, DEPARTMENT OF DRIVERS SERVICES, AND OTHER INDIVIDUAL AND FAMILY SOCIAL SERVICES ORGANIZATIONS.
Keywords: community, health, wellness, students, programs, non profit, goals, underprivileged youth, youth development, services, family wellness, community outreach services
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
My Abundant Hope, Inc has been in business for 7 years
What is your primary product or service?
Our primary service is assisting underprivileged youth, elderly, homeless
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
I have been interested in starting a non profit since I was about 12 years old. I didn't have the finer things growing up but I wanted to give what I had to those who didn't have as much as I did.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
I consider myself holistically involved. I'd give my everything just to help the next person, not expecting a thing at all in return.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
I only have one location, and yes I plan to expand. Hopefully, one day the organization will own a building large enough to renovate and open the one and only My Abundant Hopes, Inc Family & Recreation Center, a long time dream i've had.
What type of payments do you accept?
We accept paypal, all debit & credit cards, checks, money orders, cash, and all donations of perishable items, foods, clothing, furniture, use of building space, vehicles, and anything anyone is willing to donate to help our organization grow so that we can help more and more families and individuals.
Which areas do you service?
As of now, we service the southern metro Atlanta counties
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Myself, Laurie M. Crawford
What are your hours of operation?
We do not have specific hours of operation. If someone calls and needs assistance, we are there.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
I am always told that I am a virtuous woman with a heart of gold.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
Favorite quote is by Anne Frank "No one has ever become poor by giving"