New Hope Community Ministries

Alejandro Barrios grew up in our community. He joined New Hope’s Teen Leaders program in high school, was elected group president his senior year, and is now a college senior studying cybersecurity. Today, he’s also New Hope’s very first Leader Launch Intern —a paid, mentored role designed to give young adults from our community the experience, skills, and support they need to step confidently into their careers. Through Leader Launch, Alejandro is building real-world tools—like a custom checkout system for our School Supply Depot and Christmas Marketplace and a digital platform to help run our programs. He’ll leave with a professional portfolio, a stronger network, and a clearer path into his future. Our goal is to raise $7,500 to fully fund Alejandro’s internship. Your gift directly supports his stipend, mentorship, and the infrastructure that makes this kind of opportunity possible. This isn’t just job training. It’s a launchpad. Give today to help us launch local leaders like Alejandro into a future filled with purpose and impact. Any funds raised beyond the needs of Leader Launch will be used to support New Hope’s ongoing compassion ministries throughout the year.

For two decades, New Hope Community Ministries has walked alongside our neighbors with compassion, dignity, and faith. Your gift today honors the past—and helps build a future where every family has the tools to thrive. Join us in celebrating 20 years of impact by making a special gift in honor of the Hearts of Hope Gala. Together, we can continue writing stories of transformation for the next 20 years and beyond.