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Adopt a family for christmas 2024

Adopt a Family for Christmas 2024

Bring joy and hope to a family in need this holiday season!

Esperanza-Hope invites you to participate in our “Adopt a Family for Christmas 2024” program. Together, we can make the season brighter for families who need a little extra support.

Here’s how you can help:

  • Adopt a Family: We’ll provide you with a “wish list” so you can shop for their gifts.
  • Make a Monetary Donation: Let us handle the shopping for you, ensuring the family receives the gifts they need.

If you know of a family in need or would like to adopt a family, please contact us at (401) 536-2151.

Gift Delivery Date: December 22, 2024

Thank you for sharing the spirit of giving and making a difference in the lives of others this Christmas!

Free Gingerbread Houses Decoration 2024

Free Gingerbread House Decorating Event

We are excited to invite you to our Gingerbread House Decorating Event on:
Date: Saturday, December 14, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Location: 1014 Broad Street, Providence, RI 02905

Each child will receive their very own pre-assembled gingerbread house and all the decorating materials needed to create a masterpiece. All they need to bring is their creativity and holiday spirit!

Who Can Participate:
This FREE event is open to children aged 6 to 12 years old.

How to Register:
Space is limited! Please call (401) 536-2151 to register your child today.

Let’s make magical holiday memories together! 🎄🍭

Toy Drive Flyer 2024

Join the PC Friars for a Holiday Toy Drive Benefiting Esperanza-Hope!

The PC Friars will host a special Toy Drive to support the Esperanza-Hope Non-Profit Organization on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, during the men’s basketball game: PC vs. BYU. The game tips off at 8:30 p.m. at the Amica Mutual Pavilion in Providence.

All fans attending the game are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy to help brighten the holiday season for children in Rhode Island. Be part of the spirit of giving and make a difference in the lives of those in need!

Toy Drive 12-1-24

2024 Holiday Toy Drive

Join us in spreading holiday joy to children in need! The Tri-State Cycling Club is hosting a toy drive to benefit Esperanza-Hope, dedicated to making the season special for deserving families.

How You Can Help:

  • Donate a New, Unwrapped Toy to bring a smile to a child’s face.
  • Spread the Word to friends and family—together, we can make a difference!

📅 Date: December 1, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: 201 Portugal Pkwy, Providence, RI 02903 (India Point Park)

Let’s unite as a community and make this holiday season unforgettable for those who need it most. Thank you for your support! 🎁

Adopt a family for Thanksgiving 2024

Adopt a Family for Thanksgiving 2024

Let’s come together to give THANKS! Thanksgiving is the perfect time to reflect on our blessings and share them with others. A Thanksgiving dinner is more than a meal—it’s a blessing that brings families together.

Esperanza-Hope invites you to join us in spreading joy and gratitude by participating in our *“Adopt a Family for Thanksgiving 2024”*program. Would you like to help a family in need? We are excited and prayerfully inviting you to be part of this meaningful tradition.

Here’s how you can help:

  • Adopt a Family by preparing a Thanksgiving meal basket.
  • Make a Monetary Donation, and we will prepare the basket on your behalf.

Each adopted family will receive a whole turkey and a Thanksgiving meal basket, complete with everything they need to cook a delicious Thanksgiving dinner together.

If you know a family in need or would like to support this effort, please contact us at (401) 536-2151.

Delivery Date: November 23, 2024

Thank you for helping us bring blessings and smiles to families this Thanksgiving season. Together, we can make a difference!

Coat drive 2024

Help Spread Warmth This Season!

Join us in bringing comfort to those in need by donating new or gently used coats, hats, and gloves for adults and children. Your contributions will make a meaningful impact, helping individuals and families stay warm this winter.

Drop Off Donations Today
All items collected will be donated to the Mathewson Street Church in Providence, RI, where they’ll reach those who need them most.

Let’s work together to spread hope and warmth in our community. Thank you for your generosity!

#EsperanzaHope #CoatDrive #GiveWarmth

Art Exhibition

We are excited to showcase the masterpieces created by children aged 7-14 during the Esperanza-Hope Free Art Program! These vibrant works of art are filled with color, creativity, positivity, and love, reflecting the joy and growth experienced by the young artists over the past few weeks.

This inspiring event is made possible through the generous support of the POC Foundation, Neighborhood Health Plan of RI, Roger Williams Gateway Center, and Joel Tavarez Photography.

Free Art Program 2024 Esperanza-Hope

Parents, don't miss the chance to register your child for the Esperanza-Hope Free Art Program! Call (401) 536-2151 to secure a spot. SPACE IS LIMITED. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.

This program is made possible in part by grants and sponsorships from the POC Foundation, Neighborhood Health Plan of RI, Roger Williams Gateway Center, The Family Cake, and Joel Tavarez Photography.

Providence Police Department Annual Fundraising Basketball Tournament 2019

By Esperanza Hope | October 10, 2019 | Comments Off on Providence Police Department Annual Fundraising Basketball Tournament 2019
Holiday 3 on 3 Hoops Tournament poster 2019 (1)

Providence Police Department hosting it’s Annual Fundraising Basketball Tournament on November 30, 2019 that benefits Lights and Sirens International. Come support this worthy cause by dropping off a toy, canned good or monetary donation, thank you Providence PD for your ongoing effort to support our mission.

3rd annual baseball equipment donation drive Rumford Little League & Esperanza Hope

By Esperanza Hope | September 23, 2019 | Comments Off on 3rd annual baseball equipment donation drive Rumford Little League & Esperanza Hope
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Rumford Little League and Esperanza Hope team up for the 3rd annual baseball equipment donation drive. We are collecting donations of new and used baseball equipment to be sent to the Dominican Republic to children in need and to encourage positive participation in the game we love so much. Please bring any donations to our shack at Kimberly Rock this Friday through Sunday (September 27th – 29th) during the 3rd Annual Scott Grace Memorial Tournament. You can also reach out to Christen Sherman at (401) 282-9032 or [email protected] to arrange for a pick up / drop off your donation. #esperanzahope

Art Exhibition 2019 “Graduation of the 4th Annual Esperanza-Hope Free Art Program”

By Esperanza Hope | September 8, 2019 | Comments Off on Art Exhibition 2019 “Graduation of the 4th Annual Esperanza-Hope Free Art Program”
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You are cordially invited to the “Art Exhibition” Graduation of the 4th Annual Esperanza-Hope Free Art Program. On this day certificates will be presented to the children and there will be the opportunity to view the Masterpieces that were created by them during the past four weeks, filled with colors, laughs, positivity, and love. Come and enjoy the special performances by the talented Angel Gautreaux and The Germain Brothers. Date: October 5, 2019 Time: 10:00am  Location: 1014 Broad Street, Providence RI 02905 RSVP: 401-536-2151 **THIS IS A FREE EVENT**

Esperanza-Hope Free Art Program 2019

By Esperanza Hope | August 1, 2019 | Comments Off on Esperanza-Hope Free Art Program 2019
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Parents don’t miss this opportunity to register your child in Esperanza-Hope Free Five Weeks Art Program. For children ages 7-14. September 7, 14, 21, 28 & October 5, 2019 from 10:00am to 12:00pm. At Iglesia Vision Evangelica, 1014 Broad Street, Providence RI 02905. Call 401-536-2151 to register. SPACE IS LIMITED. Registration is on a first come, first served basis. This activity is made possible in part by a grant from the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts, through an appropriation by the Rhode Island General Assembly, a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts and private funders (City of Providence; Pawtucket Credit union; WebsterBank; Outback Steakhouse Seekonk; Joel Tavarez Photography; Lights & Sirens International; The Family Cake; Neighborhood Health Plan of RI; Acontecer Latino; Iglesia Vision Evangelica, Ayzrielle Prom Dresses & Tux, Pincelada y Vino)

School Supply Drive 2019

By Esperanza Hope | July 31, 2019 | Comments Off on School Supply Drive 2019
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Family and friends please join us from August 2 to August 16 and show your support for a worthy cause organized by Esperanza-Hope & Webster Bank to benefit children in Rhode Island. Please bring your school supplies donation to the Webster Bank located at 1376 Bald Hill Road in Warwick, RI. Any donation is greatly appreciated. Thank you for your support.

Easter Egg Hunt

By Esperanza Hope | April 1, 2019 | Comments Off on Easter Egg Hunt
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Bring your children to the Easter Egg Hunt, on Saturday April 20th from 12pm to 1:30pm.
Location: Fay Memorial Field, 1 Dallas Ave. Cranston, RI
FREE COMMUNITY EVENT ?Free Eggs Hunt ?Free Face Painting ?Free Photos with the Easter Bunny ?Free Popcorn ?Free Cotton Candy ?Games ?Prizes ?Free Kids Meal Vouchers from Texas Roadhouse.
Sponsored By: Esperanza-Hope and Lights & Sirens International

10th Annual Lights and Sirens International Men’s Basketball Tournament 2019

By Esperanza Hope | December 20, 2018 | Comments Off on 10th Annual Lights and Sirens International Men’s Basketball Tournament 2019
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It is our pleasure to extend an invitation to you, to the 10th Annual Lights and Sirens International Men’s Basketball Tournament. This tournament is composed of professional middle age players and provides positive sportsmanship and leadership to our youth both domestic and internationally. Lights & Sirens International mission is to support and develop the community through education, health & cultural exposure, by providing charitable services and supporting local health and education initiatives. Lights & Sirens International’s vision is to educate, inspire and empower residents of the Latin Community and beyond, through sports, entertainment, education, health and entrepreneurship. The tournament is to be held in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic.  This event is scheduled for February 20, 2019 to February 27, 2019. For more information contact Ibn Bakari 401-286-5134

Christmas party-dinner 2018 for children in Bonao, Dominican Republic.

By Esperanza Hope | December 6, 2018 | Comments Off on Christmas party-dinner 2018 for children in Bonao, Dominican Republic.
Once again, the team of Esperanza-Hope and Lights & Sirens International are getting ready to celebrate Christmas 2018 with the children of Bonao, Dominican Republic. The feast-dinner will be December 23rd. Children will enjoy, music, games, a rich typical Christmas’ Dominican dinner; every child is going to receive their Christmas presents❤ &nbsp Nuevamente el equipo de Esperanza-Hope y Lights & Sirens International nos ponemos las pilas para celebrar la Navidad 2018 con los niños de escasos recursos de el sector de Bonao, RD. La fiesta-cena sera el 23 de Diciembre. Los niños disfrutaran de musica, juegos, una rica típica cena navideña dominicana; cada niño va a recivir su regalo de navidad❤

Toy Drive 2018 at Raymour & Flanigan Furniture Store

By Esperanza Hope | December 6, 2018 | Comments Off on Toy Drive 2018 at Raymour & Flanigan Furniture Store
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From 12/6/18 to 12/20/18 Raymour & Flanigan Furniture Store will be helping EsperanzaHope, to collect toys for children in Rhode Island and the Dominican Republic. If you would like to support this effort, you can bring the items to Raymour & Flanigan Furniture Store, 1360 South Washington Street, North Attleboro, MA 02760. Thank you for your support. *Desde 12/6/18 hasta 12/20/18 Raymour &Flanigan Furniture Store va a estar ayudando a la fundacion EsperanzaHope, a colectar juguetes para niños en Rhode Island y en la República Dominicana. Si usted quiere apoyar este esfuerzo, pase por Raymour & Flanigan Furniture Store, 1360 South Washington Street, North Attleboro, MA 02760 para hacer su donación. Gracias por su apoyo.

Christmas party-dinner 2018 for children in Bonao, Dominican Republic

By Esperanza Hope | December 4, 2018 | Comments Off on Christmas party-dinner 2018 for children in Bonao, Dominican Republic
Fiesta-Cena Anual De Navidad Para Niños 2018 (1)
Once again, the team of Esperanza-Hope and Lights & Sirens International are getting ready to celebrate Christmas 2018 with the children of Bonao, Dominican Republic. The feast-dinner will be December 23rd. Children will enjoy, music, games, a rich typical Christmas Dominican dinner; every child is going to receive their Christmas presents❤
Nuevamente el equipo de Esperanza-Hope y Lights & Sirens International nos ponemos las pilas para celebrar la Navidad 2018 con los niños de escasos recursos de el sector de Bonao, RD. La fiesta-cena sera el 23 de Diciembre. Los niños disfrutaran de musica, juegos, una rica típica cena navideña dominicana; cada niño va a recivir su regalo de navidad❤

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