Operation New Hope

✨ Voices of Hope Highlights 2024! ✨ This year, we’ve had the privilege of sharing stories from our former clients and celebrating their incredible journeys. Reentry efforts across our state are making meaningful impacts, empowering individuals like these to thrive as dedicated employees, parents, and well-rounded members of their communities. As Crystal says: “Second chances matter, and so do you.” #VoicesOfHope #SecondChancesMatter #Reentry #HopeStartsHere

Wishing you a season filled with hope, joy, and new beginnings. From all of us at Operation New Hope, happy holidays! ❤️ #HappyHolidays #OperationNewHope #SeasonofHope #reentry

For many of us, decorating a Christmas tree is a simple tradition, but for our clients, it represents so much more—hope, healing, and new beginnings. In Orlando, our clients came together to decorate not only a Christmas tree but also to create a Gratitude Tree. Here’s what some of our clients shared: 🎄 “I have spent the last six Christmases incarcerated. This is the first one home since then, and it feels good.” 🎄 “I haven’t done this since I was a child.” 🎄 “I don’t remember the last time I had a tree to decorate.” These moments remind us how meaningful seemingly small traditions can be, especially for those navigating the often overwhelming process of returning home after incarceration. #HopeStartsHere #Gratitude #Reentry #Orlando

Here’s a peek at how we brought the holiday spirit to life in our Jacksonville office this year! 🎄 #HolidayCheer #HopeStartsHere #OfficeDecor #HappyHolidays

At Operation New Hope, we witness these powerful moments every day. Together, we’re spreading second chances and holiday cheer, proving that hope truly starts here—through dedicated reentry efforts and the hard work and determination of our clients. #HopeStartsHere #reentry #Hope

As the year comes to a close, here’s a quick update on our holiday office hours: Week of 12/23: All ONH offices will be closed and will reopen on Monday, 12/30. 👉 Note: On Monday, 12/23, Thursday, 12/26, and Friday, 12/27, a skeleton crew/on-call staff will be available at each location to assist clients with urgent matters. The week of 12/30, all ONH offices are open on Monday 12/30. We will have early release at 2pm on Tuesday 12/31. All offices are closed on Wednesday 01/01. We hope you all have a safe and joyful holiday season! #HappyHolidays #HopeStartsHere

Today we celebrate the achievements of this week's #Ready4Work graduates—individuals who embody strength, determination, and hope. When asked what hope means to them, they shared: 🎓 “Forgiving myself for past mistakes.” 🎓 “Supporting myself and my family.” 🎓 “Cherishing my freedom.” Congratulations to our graduates across Florida for putting in the work to achieve their goals and reaching this moment! #HopeStartsHere #Reentry #SecondChances #Graduation

Earlier this month, at the Greater Orlando SHRM holiday party, members generously assembled over 60 Welcome Home Kits filled with full-size, high-quality items for our clients. We’ve already started distributing these kits and will continue to do so in the coming weeks. These thoughtful donations provide essential items while helping our clients feel respected and welcomed as they return home. This act of kindness is also a meaningful way to give back during the holiday season. Thank you to all who contributed! 🙌 #WelcomeHomeKits #GivingBack #Donation #HopeStartsHere

The Carrying Hope Forward campaign is here, and thanks to a matching gift opportunity, every dollar you give will be doubled to support second chances. ⏳ But hurry—this campaign runs until December 31st! Visit the link below to make your impact now. #CarryingHopeForward #SecondChancesMatter #OperationNewHope 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eR8GNWuA 🔗

1 in 28 children has an incarcerated parent. Programs like InsideOut Dad help rebuild families and break the cycle of poverty and incarceration. Learn more at operationnewhope.org. 🙌 #BreakingTheCycle #SecondChancesMatter #HopeStartsHere #reentry