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Join us in creating positive change and hope for all.
Empowering Lives Through Community Support
Join us in creating positive change and hope for all.
House of Prosperity Everlasting Inc.
WHO WE ARE!
House of Prosperity Everlasting Inc. (HOPE) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2009 by Ina M. Brown, CAC II. What began as a volunteer-run center has grown into a trusted community resource serving individuals and families, the majority of whom are experiencing homelessness. Through outreach, case management, and partnerships, HOPE helps people meet urgent needs and build pathways toward lasting stability.
Our Mission
HOPE’s mission is to empower individuals and families, especially those experiencing homelessness and other hardships, through essential social services, and to build a supportive community that fosters growth and resilience.
Our Vision
We envision a community where every person, regardless of circumstance, has a safe place to live, access to the support they need, and a voice that is heard. We advocate for those too often unheard, honor each person’s values, culture, abilities, and rights, and work together to transform our community.
House of Prosperity Everlasting Inc.
Our Program Services at a Glance
At House of Prosperity Everlasting Inc. (HOPE), we provide holistic, person-centered support to help individuals and families, especially those experiencing homelessness, build stability, grow, and achieve lasting self-sufficiency. Explore our programs below.
Community Outreach
Our outreach team meets people where they are, including on the streets, in shelters, schools, neighborhoods, and community events. We build trust, identify needs, and connect people to resources, with follow-up support so no one falls through the cracks.
Comprehensive Case Management
Every client is paired with a dedicated case manager who assesses their needs, creates a personalized plan, and connects them to housing, benefits, health care, employment, and other services, with ongoing support every step of the way.
Housing & Homelessness Services
We support individuals and families experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Our team helps clients access shelter, transitional and permanent housing resources, and essential needs, while connecting them to case management and benefits that support long-term stability.
Individual & Family Services
We support individuals and families facing financial hardship or personal crises. Our case managers work one-on-one with clients to create personalized plans for long-term success.
Workforce Development & Job Readiness
We help job seekers build the skills and confidence to find and keep employment. Services include job readiness training, resume and interview preparation, job search support, and referrals to education and vocational training.
Returning Citizens Services
We help formerly incarcerated individuals transition back into the community. Services include reentry planning, housing referrals, employment readiness, peer support, and life skills coaching. We welcome referrals from probation, parole, and community partners.
Substance Use Support Services
We support individuals affected by substance use with compassion and without judgment. Through partnerships with licensed providers, we connect clients to assessments, treatment, and recovery support. Our staff is also trained in Narcan (naloxone) overdose response.
HIV/AIDS Support Services
We help people living with HIV/AIDS access healthcare, treatment adherence support, housing, and mental health services. We also offer free condoms and referrals for HIV testing and PrEP.
Youth Services
Through literacy initiatives, art workshops, mentoring, and educational advocacy, we help children and teens build creativity, confidence, and academic skills. All youth programs are free.
Veterans Services
We honor those who served with tailored support, including housing assistance, mental health referrals, benefits navigation, and community reintegration services.
Benefits and Entitlements
We help clients apply for and keep public benefits such as SNAP, TANF, SSI/SSDI, Medicaid, and utility assistance. We also provide DC ID vouchers to individuals experiencing homelessness and offer a secure mailing address for clients without stable housing.
Community Focus Groups
Our monthly focus groups offer a safe space for community members to share experiences and give feedback. What we hear directly shapes our programs.
Together, these services reflect our commitment to strengthening lives, building connections, and empowering communities.
Need support or want to refer someone? Contact Us: (202) 248-2992
House of Prosperity Everlasting Inc
Comprehensive Case Management Services
Case management is at the heart of HOPE’s mission. We provide client-centered support that addresses immediate needs while helping individuals and families work toward stability, self-sufficiency, and a better quality of life.
How It Works
Each client is paired with a dedicated case manager who:
- Completes a thorough needs assessment to understand the client’s situation, strengths, and goals
- Works with the client to create a personalized service plan
- Connects the client to resources and services, and provides ongoing support along the way
- Tracks progress together and adjusts the plan as needs change
Areas of Support
Housing and homelessness services, mental and physical health, substance use support, employment readiness, education, financial literacy, advocacy, identification services, and access to public benefits.
Our Approach
- Crisis intervention and stabilization
- Ongoing support and resource navigation
- Goal setting and progress tracking
- Collaboration with community partners and service providers
- Empowerment through education and advocacy
Who We Serve
We serve diverse populations, including people experiencing homelessness, low-income families, returning citizens, people living with HIV/AIDS, individuals in recovery from substance use, people with disabilities, veterans, and youth. Our case managers are trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and committed to meeting clients where they are.
By building strong, trusting relationships and connecting clients to vital resources, our case management services help people overcome barriers, sustain their progress, and move toward greater independence.
Empowering Our Community
Community Outreach
Housing & Homelessness Services
Housing & Homelessness Services
Outreach is often the first step in someone’s journey with HOPE. Our outreach team goes where people are, including streets, encampments, shelters, schools, neighborhoods, and community events, to build trust, offer support, and connect people with the help they need. For many people experiencing homelessness, a friendly, consistent face is what makes reaching out possible.
During outreach, our team provides:
- Engagement and relationship building: Regular, respectful contact that builds trust over time
- Needs assessments: Listening to each person’s situation and identifying immediate and long-term needs
- Essential items: Hygiene products, water, snacks, and other basic supplies
- Resource information: Sharing information about shelter, housing, health care, food, benefits, and other services
- Connection to case management: Linking people to a dedicated HOPE case manager for ongoing support
- Identification and mail services: Information about DC ID vouchers and HOPE’s mailing address for those without stable housing
- Health and prevention: Free condoms, HIV testing and PrEP referrals, and staff trained in Narcan (naloxone) overdose response
- Follow-up support: Checking in to make sure connections happen, and no one falls through the cracks
Community Events
HOPE also participates in community events, resource fairs, and partner activities to share information about our services and reach residents who may not know where to turn.
Where We Serve
Washington, DC, Wards 7 and 8
Know someone who needs help? Request outreach or refer someone to our team. Contact Us:(202) 248-2992
Housing & Homelessness Services
Housing & Homelessness Services
Housing & Homelessness Services
Most of the people HOPE serves are experiencing homelessness, and helping them find safety and stable housing is central to everything we do. We support individuals and families who are living on the streets, staying in shelters, or at risk of losing their homes, with respect, patience, and no judgment.
Our team works one-on-one with each client to understand their situation and create a plan toward stable housing. Services include:
- Shelter connections: Helping clients access emergency shelter and safe places to stay
- Housing navigation: Connecting clients to transitional and permanent housing resources, and helping with applications and required documents
- Homelessness prevention: Linking individuals and families at risk of losing their homes to resources that help them stay housed
- Essential needs: Connections to food, clothing, hygiene items, and other basic supplies
- Identification services: DC ID vouchers for individuals experiencing homelessness, since an ID is often required for housing and benefits
- Mail services: A secure mailing address for clients without stable housing, so they never miss important letters about housing, benefits, or appointments
- Benefits and income support: Help applying for public benefits and connecting to employment services
- Ongoing case management: Continued support after housing is secured to help clients stay housed and build stability
Meeting People Where They Are
Our outreach team regularly visits streets, encampments, and shelters to build trust with people who may not seek help on their own. Every connection moves people toward a safer, more stable future.
Individual and Family Services
Housing & Homelessness Services
Individual and Family Services
Our Individual & Family Services support adults, children, and families facing homelessness, financial hardship, or personal crises. We provide trauma-informed, culturally responsive services that address basic needs while promoting stability, growth, and long-term success.
Each individual or family works with a case manager to build a personalized plan. Services include:
- Case management and resource navigation
- Housing assistance for individuals and families experiencing or at risk of homelessness
- Counseling and mental health support
- Parenting support and family strengthening
- Educational advocacy for children and youth
- Life skills development
- Connections to benefits, identification services, and community resources
Our team works collaboratively with individuals and families to build strong support systems, improve communication, and overcome challenges such as housing instability, behavioral concerns, school engagement, and mental health needs.
By creating safe, supportive environments and offering personalized guidance, we help individuals and families thrive and young people reach their full potential.
Youth Services
Individual and Family Services
HOPE’s Youth Services support children and teens in building confidence, creativity, and the skills they need to succeed in school and in life. We create safe, encouraging spaces where young people can learn, express themselves, and connect with caring mentors. All youth programs are free.
Our youth programs include:
- Youth Literacy & Art: Literacy initiatives and art-based workshops that build reading skills, creativity, self-expression, and critical thinking
- Mentoring: Positive relationships with caring adults who offer guidance, encouragement, and support
- Educational Advocacy: Helping families work with schools to support enrollment, attendance, and academic success
- Life Skills Development: Age-appropriate learning in communication, goal setting, decision-making, and responsibility
- Support for Youth Experiencing Homelessness: Helping children and teens in unstable housing stay connected to school, services, and stability
- Support for Justice-Involved Youth: Mentoring, case management, and positive activities that help young people involved with the justice system stay on track, reconnect with school, and build a brighter future
We work closely with parents and caregivers so that young people have support both in our programs and at home.
A Second Chance for Every Young Person
We believe a young person’s mistakes should never define their future. HOPE works with justice-involved youth and their families to build strengths, set goals, and create positive paths forward. We welcome referrals from juvenile probation, the courts, schools, and community partners, and families may also contact us directly.
Safety Comes First
Every child’s safety in our care is our top priority. All staff, mentors, and volunteers who work with youth complete background checks and training before working with young people, and HOPE staff supervise our programs.
Your Privacy Matters
Information about youth and families is kept confidential and shared only with permission or as required by law.
Ages served: 6–17
Workforce Development & Job Readiness
At HOPE, we believe meaningful work is a key step toward stability and independence. Our Workforce Development & Job Readiness program helps individuals build the skills, confidence, and tools they need to find and keep employment, whether they’re entering the workforce for the first time, returning after incarceration, or rebuilding after homelessness or other hardships.
Each participant works one-on-one with a case manager to identify their strengths, set career goals, and create a personalized employment plan. Services include:
- Job readiness training: Workplace expectations, communication, professionalism, and time management
- Resume and cover letter assistance: Creating resumes that highlight each person’s skills and experience, including guidance on addressing employment gaps
- Interview preparation: Practice interviews and coaching to build confidence
- Job search support: Help finding openings, completing applications, and following up with employers
- Digital literacy: Basic computer skills, email setup, and navigating online job applications
- Referrals to training and education: Connections to GED programs, vocational training, and certification opportunities through community partners
- Fair chance employment support: Guidance for returning citizens on discussing their background and connecting with second-chance employers
Removing Barriers to Work
Many job seekers face obstacles before they ever reach an interview. HOPE helps clients overcome common barriers by providing DC ID vouchers, a reliable mailing address for employment correspondence, and connections to benefits, housing, and other support services that make it possible to focus on work.
Ready to start your job search or refer someone? Contact Us / Call (202) 248-2992
Returning Citizens
Our Returning Citizens Services help individuals transitioning from incarceration reintegrate successfully into the community. We provide person-centered support that addresses the unique challenges justice-involved individuals face, focusing on reducing recidivism and building long-term self-sufficiency.
Each client works with a case manager to develop a personalized reentry plan that builds on their strengths and supports their goals. Services include:
- Case management and reentry planning
- Housing navigation and access to shelter resources
- Identification services, including DC ID vouchers
- Mail services for clients without a stable address
- Employment readiness and job search support
- Mental health and substance use support
- Life skills training and peer support
- Connections to legal aid and community resources
Referrals
We welcome referrals from probation and parole officers, correctional facilities, reentry programs, courts, attorneys, and community partners. Individuals and family members may also contact us directly.
Through advocacy, mentorship, and a strong support network, we work to break cycles of incarceration and create meaningful second chances. Our goal is to give every returning citizen the tools, support, and opportunities they need to rebuild their life with dignity.
Substance Use Support Services (SUD)
Substance Use Support Services (SUD)
Substance Use Support Services (SUD)
HOPE supports individuals affected by substance use with compassion and without judgment. Wherever someone is in their journey, whether they’re ready to start treatment, in recovery, or simply exploring their options, we’re here to help them take the next step.
Through partnerships with licensed providers and community organizations, we connect clients to outpatient Substance Use Disorder (SUD) services, behavioral health resources, and recovery support, including:
- Assessments and counseling
- Treatment referrals
- Relapse prevention support
- Case coordination
- Recovery-focused services and peer support
Because substance use often overlaps with homelessness, mental health needs, and other challenges, our case managers also connect clients to housing, benefits, and other HOPE services to support long-term stability.
Overdose Response
HOPE staff are trained to administer Narcan (naloxone) and are ready to assist anyone experiencing a suspected opioid overdose while awaiting emergency medical responders.
Your Privacy Matters
All services are confidential. We respect each client’s privacy and share information only with their permission or as required by law.
HIV/ AIDS Support Services
Substance Use Support Services (SUD)
Substance Use Support Services (SUD)
Our HIV/AIDS Support Services help people living with HIV/AIDS lead healthy, stable, and independent lives. We provide compassionate, stigma-free support tailored to each client’s needs, recognizing the complex challenges many face, including homelessness, financial hardship, and barriers to care.
Working closely with healthcare providers and community partners, we offer:
- Case management and care coordination
- Linkage to HIV treatment and care services
- Treatment adherence support
- Medical and mental health referrals
- Housing assistance for clients experiencing or at risk of homelessness
- Nutritional support
- Transportation coordination for appointments
- Help accessing benefits and identification services
Prevention Services
HOPE is committed to preventing HIV and other sexually transmitted infections in our community. Our prevention services are open to everyone and include:
- Free condoms: Available at our office and through our community outreach, no questions asked
- HIV testing referrals: We connect individuals to confidential HIV testing with trusted community partners
- PrEP referrals: We help connect people to PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis), a daily medication that greatly reduces the risk of getting HIV
Your Privacy Matters
All services are confidential. We respect each client’s privacy and share information only with their permission or as required by law.
Through education, advocacy, and wraparound support, we work to reduce health disparities, promote treatment adherence, and help clients thrive. Our work is grounded in respect, dignity, and a commitment to walking alongside every individual on their journey toward wellness and hope.
Looking for support? All inquiries are confidential. Contact Us: request@hopeeverlasinginc./ Call (202) 248-2992
Veterans Support Services
Substance Use Support Services (SUD)
Veterans Support Services
HOPE’s Veterans Services honor and support all who have served in the United States Armed Forces, along with their families. We help veterans transition successfully to civilian life by addressing challenges such as homelessness and housing instability, unemployment, health concerns, and social reintegration.
Through case management and a trauma-informed approach, we provide direct support and connect veterans to essential resources, including:
- Access to transitional and permanent housing
- Employment readiness and job search support
- Mental and physical health services
- Help navigating VA and non-VA benefits
- Identification services, including DC ID vouchers for veterans experiencing homelessness
- Peer support and community engagement opportunities
Our programs are built on respect, dignity, and empowerment. Whether a veteran needs immediate assistance or long-term support, we’re ready to help every step of the way, so veterans and their families can rebuild their lives with stability, pride, and purpose.
Are you a veteran or family member who needs support? Contact Us: (202) 248-2992
Veterans in crisis can call 988 and press 1 to reach the Veterans Crisis Line, available 24/7.
Benefits and Entitlements
Benefits and Entitlements
Veterans Support Services
Our Benefits and Entitlements program helps individuals and families receive the public assistance they qualify for. We provide personalized guidance through the often-complex process of applying for and maintaining benefits, including SNAP, Medicaid, TANF, SSI/SSDI, utility assistance, and housing subsidies.
Through one-on-one counseling and case management, our team helps clients with:
- Determining eligibility and completing applications
- Gathering and organizing required documents
- Understanding program requirements, deadlines, and renewals
- Advocacy and follow-up to resolve problems with benefit agencies
By making benefit processes easier to understand and providing ongoing support, we help community members gain access to critical resources, build financial stability, and live with greater dignity and independence.
Identification Services
A valid ID is often required to apply for benefits, housing, and employment. HOPE provides vouchers for DC identification cards to individuals experiencing homelessness, removing one of the most common barriers to getting help.
Mail Services
For unhoused or housing-unstable clients, HOPE offers a reliable mailing address. Clients can use our address to receive official correspondence, identification documents, benefits notices, and other important mail, which they can securely pick up at our office.
Mail pickup hours: Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Please bring a valid ID to pick up your mail. Don’t have an ID? Ask our staff about DC ID vouchers.
Community Focus Groups
Benefits and Entitlements
Community Focus Groups
At HOPE, we believe the people we serve are the experts on their own lives and communities. Our quarterly focus groups give community members a safe, welcoming space to share their experiences, voice concerns, and help shape HOPE's services.
During each focus group, participants:
- Share their experiences with housing, health care, benefits, employment, and other services
- Discuss challenges and barriers facing our community
- Give honest feedback on HOPE's programs and what could work better
- Suggest new ideas and solutions
- Connect with neighbors and build community
Your Voice Makes a Difference
What we hear in focus groups directly shapes our programs. Feedback from participants helps us improve existing services, identify unmet needs, and advocate for change with community partners and decision-makers.
A Safe and Respectful Space
Trained facilitators guide focus groups with respect. Participation is voluntary, and we keep personal information shared in the group confidential.
When: Quarterly: January, April, August, December. Date: Check our newsletter
Who can join: Community members ages 18 and up
Want to join our next focus group? Contact Us: (202) 248-2992
Why Work With Us
At HOPE, your work makes a real difference every day. Our team meets people where they are, on the streets, in shelters, and in our community, and walks alongside them as they rebuild their lives. If you’re passionate about service, equity, and second chances, you’ll find a meaningful home here.
Purposeful Work
You’ll see the impact of your efforts firsthand, whether it’s helping someone get their first ID in years, connecting a veteran to housing, or celebrating a client’s milestone in recovery.
A Mission-Driven Team
Founded in 2009 as a volunteer-run center, HOPE has grown through the dedication of people who believe in dignity and opportunity for everyone. You’ll work alongside compassionate colleagues who share that commitment.
Growth and Learning
We invest in our team through training in trauma-informed care, cultural responsiveness, and skills such as overdose response, so you can grow professionally while serving others.
Lived Experience Is Valued
We believe people who have faced homelessness, incarceration, recovery, or other challenges bring powerful insight to this work. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.
Join Our Team
Explore current openings or learn about volunteer opportunities.
www.hopecareers.org
House of Prosperity Everlasting Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
Thanksgiving Turkey & Food Basket Sign-Up
Additional Information
This Thanksgiving, HOPE is proud to partner with Bread for the City to provide free turkeys and food baskets to clients and families in our community. Everyone deserves a warm holiday meal, and we’re here to help make that possible.
Who can sign up: DC residents
Distribution dates: November 5 – November 23, 2026
Pickup location: HOPE Access and Resource Center, 2918 Minnesota Avenue SE, Washington, DC
Pickup hours: 9:30 am -4 pm
How to sign up:
Call us at (202) 248-2992 or visit our office during business hours (Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) to reserve your turkey and food basket.
What to bring: Proof of DC residency, such as a DC ID, lease, or utility bill.
Closed Wednesday, Nov 11, in observance of Veterans Day
Supplies are limited, so please sign up early. We look forward to celebrating the season with you!
In partnership with Bread for the City.
If you or someone you know is in need of food or other essential items, please see below:
Get Fresh & Free Groceries
Every month, you can pick up free groceries at Bread for the City. When you visit one of our centers, you can shop and choose what goes into your bag—just like at a grocery store. We offer a seasonal mix of fresh fruits and vegetables, frozen meats, and shelf-stable items.
Southeast Food Pantry
1700 Marion Barry Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020
Open Hours
Mon-Thu, 9 am to 3 pm
Friday, Free farmers' markets, 9-11 am (every 2nd, 4th, and 5th Friday when applicable)
Upcoming Events
Join us for community gatherings, conversations, and special events all month long. Everyone is welcome, and we can’t wait to see you there!
Morning Brews and Views
First Thursday of every month, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Start your morning with coffee, conversation, and community. Connect with neighbors, share ideas, and learn about HOPE resources and opportunities.
Podcast: What’s On Your Mind
First Friday of every month
Real conversations about the issues that matter to our community, from wellness and recovery to housing, family, and second chances.
Stepping Into HOPE
From our Little Closet of HOPE, where every child finds something just for them.
Every child deserves to walk into school and life with confidence. Through Stepping Into HOPE, we provide free shoes and clothing to children in need, so they can focus on learning, playing, and growing. Families can visit our Little Closet of HOPE, where children choose items that fit their needs and their style.
Support House of Prosperity Everlasting Inc.
Every gift helps HOPE provide outreach, housing support, and a path to stability for our neighbors in need.
HOPE is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Donations are tax-deductible.