I've been fortunate enough to witness how this organization impacts the lives of children with a parent or parents in prison. Not only do the services directly impact the children's coping skills to manage the stress from emotional trauma, but the services provide the care givers with much needed support to provide a safe and loving homes for them.
Almost 27,000 kids in Oklahoma have a parent in prison on any given day... These kids are our future. I hope the public continues to invest in them, giving them the skills to be successful, contributing members of society. After all, every child deserves a chance to reach their full potential without being penalized for their parents' decisions.
New Hope provides help to kids who, through no fault of their own, are disadvantaged due to having an incarcerated parent. The terrific staff and volunteers make a big impact on these kids through the numerous programs offered by New Hope. It is easy to see the very special relationship that has been formed with these kids in helping them realize that they can rise above their circumstances and have bright futures, truly carrying out the mission of "Ending Generational Incarceration, One Child at a Time".
New Hope is a place where kids who have many difficulties in life can still be a kid. I've seen children's faces light up as they're receiving a gift or playing games with other kids. It's a safe place that encourages people and gives them hope. You'll hear children talking about their future with plans for college and becoming doctors. It's inspirational!
New Hope is an organization helping children of parents who are incarcerated. I have been an active volunteer with both of my daughters for 3 years. Watching the impact the staff and volunteers make on the lives of these children on a daily basis has been incredible .....The roles they play as mentors, teachers and counselors lift these kids up to realize new goals, tackle new challenges in different ways and look at life from a long-term perspective rather than seeing their future as a dead-end street. New Hope sees them through high school and connects them to organizations who mentor them through college. Statistics rate Oklahoma as #1 for incarcerating women - with 1 of every 6 children following in their parents footsteps. The answer is intervention. These kids get on the right track - succeeding in life beyond high school. My family has been forever changed watching the impact New Hope has on these kids. I am consistently amazed at what they are able to accomplish.
New Hope serves Oklahoma children ages 5-18 who have/have had a parent incarcerated. These children have experienced a serious loss and childhood trauma, yet few agencies exist to serve them specifically. New Hope provides a wide variety of programs, including summer camps, after-school programs, holiday parties, tutoring, and case management services, in order to connect with the child on multiple levels, and remain a consistent source of support in their lives. Their staff is dedicated and caring, and focused on investing in the children at every step.