Our October newsletter launched this week! Click here to read our latest updates, including the exciting news about our gently used donation policy.
New Go-To Crew Request: New Sneakers for Adults
We have an urgent need for new sneakers for women (sizes 8-10) and men (sizes 10+)! Please help us protect the health of adults experiencing homelessness by donating new sneakers to COH. Here are a few ways you can help:
1. Ship new sneakers to 1329 Highland Ave. Needham, MA 02492 from your preferred online retailer or our Amazon Wish List.
2. Purchase new shoes in-person and drop them off in the "Go-To Crew" bin outside Circle of Hope on Monday, Oct. 4, Tuesday, Oct. 5, or Wednesday, Oct. 6 from 10am - 12pm.
3. Donate to our Emergency Fund by visiting our website.
4. Share this request with friends and family who might be willing to help.
Thank you very much!
September 2021 News
Our September newsletter went out today! Read about our urgent donation needs and important fall updates.
Donation Guideline Update
We are piloting a new way for you to donate gently worn clothing to Circle of Hope for the months of October and November.
In addition to accepting brand new items, we will accept donations of gently used casual clothing in excellent condition for all ages and sizes, including: T-shirts (short and long sleeve), sweatpants, sweatshirts, sweaters, jackets, coats, winter boots, leggings, and athletic wear. We cannot accept button-down shirts, dresses, business clothing, formalwear, bathing suits, out-of-season clothing, or used socks/underwear.
We can accept no more than 3 paper grocery bags or white kitchen trash bags of gently used clothing per drop-off. No black trash bags, please. There is no bag limit for brand new donations.
Appointments are required for donation drop-offs and can be scheduled online via Sign Up Genius. To schedule an appointment to drop off new donations, please click here. To schedule a time to drop off gently used donations, click here.
Everyone entering Circle of Hope must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and wear a face mask covering the nose and mouth at all times while inside our spaces.
If you have questions about these changes, please don't hesitate to ask by emailing Carolyn at carolyn@circleofhopeonline.org. Thank you very much for your patience and understanding as we navigate the ongoing pandemic and continue doing everything we can to protect the health and safety of all of our donors, volunteers, staff, and recipients of our donations.
July 2021 News
Our July newsletter has launched! Click here to read our latest updates.
One Year of COVID-19 Response Report
When the COVID-19 crisis erupted in March 2020, Circle of Hope transformed to immediately prioritize disease prevention. We helped 24,000 homeless individuals stay healthy and safe last year by providing them with all-new clothing and essentials, including 18,600 pieces of PPE. We responded within 48 hours to 8 multi-family house fires, helping 20 displaced families get back on their feet. We gave brand new winter coats to 2,300 children, women, and men experiencing homelessness during the coldest months. Please click the button below to read more about our life-saving COVID-19 response.
HOPE Blooms - In Case You Missed It
Last night, Circle of Hope supporters came together virtually for HOPE Blooms, a celebration of everything we have accomplished together over the past year. Thank you to everyone who joined us! In case you missed it, click below for event highlights or click here to watch the video.
We'd like to express our deepest gratitude to our event sponsors for enabling us to create this fun event free of charge. Thank you to special guest Eden Espinosa for the incredible performance. And thank you to our supporters for helping us serve more than 24,000 individuals experiencing homelessness last year. We truly could not have done this without you!
To continue fueling our life-saving work in the coming year, please consider a gift to Circle of Hope. To donate, click the button below or text HOPEBLOOMS to 44321.
Join us for virtual HOPE Blooms with special guest Eden Espinosa
A virtual production of Circle of Hope's annual event with a special performance by Eden Espinosa, star of Broadway's production of Wicked
WEDNESDAY, MAY 26 | 7:00-7:30 p.m.
Most recognized for her critically acclaimed portrayal of Elphaba in the Broadway production of “Wicked”, Eden Espinosa will join COH’s Executive Director, Barbara Waterhouse and a cast of supporters for a thirty-minute program of song, celebration and hope!
Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at how Circle of Hope transformed during the pandemic providing lifesaving clothing, dignity items and PPE to homeless individuals and families. Learn how your support makes our vital work possible.
March 2021 News
Our March newsletter has launched! Click here to read about Circle of Hope’s recent emergency response delivery, partner updates, and our newest COH family member!
February 2021 News
Our February newsletter has launched! Click here for the latest news about Circle of Hope’s shelter deliveries, community collection drives, and more.
