Hope Campus

05/31/2026

At Hope Campus, when we report numbers for overnight shelter beds, we aren't just talking about static data points. In the first quarter of 2026, we averaged 3,719 total overnight stays a month. That represents exactly 3,719 times a head safely hit a pillow on a clean bed, under a protective roof, instead of the streets. 🛏️💤
The Foundation of Dignity 🍲 Before anyone can tackle the hard work of stability, their most basic human needs must be met. That is why we proudly serve an average of 11,000 hot, nutritious meals every single month for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

The Case Management Engine ⚙️ Once that foundation of dignity is established, our Case Management team steps in to systematically break down barriers to permanent self-sufficiency. Using the Self-Sufficiency Matrix (SSM), our case managers build customized, actionable plans to help individuals take measurable steps forward in domains like: 🏡 Housing & Income: Guiding residents from homelessness to safe, stable housing and securing permanent employment. 🩺 Healthcare & Mental Health: Connecting clients to affordable health insurance and mental health support to move from crisis to stable functioning. ⚖️ Substance Abuse & Legal: Walking alongside residents on their recovery path and resolving outstanding legal tickets or warrants. 🚌 Mobility & Life Skills: Overcoming transportation barriers and teaching the daily living skills needed to maintain true independence.

True Self-Sufficiency Deliverables 📈 We don't just manage homelessness; we actively break the cycle. Because of this holistic approach, our Q1 outcomes speak for themselves: 🔑 19 individuals transitioned out of the campus and into their own stable, permanent apartments! 💼 16 individuals successfully secured employment and rejoined the regional workforce! 🛡️ 21 rental assistance interventions were deployed, either paying rapid-rehousing move-in costs to fast-track graduates into apartments, or completely stopping eviction filings to prevent vulnerable families from falling onto the streets.

Hope is within reach! 💚✨

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05/29/2026

We love having these ladies from Lotus house come every month to Hope Campus to make dinner.Always a fun group that spends each month volunteering in the community at many different places,which means they come into the kitchen confident and ready to help.Tonight the menu was a pasta,fresh vegetables seasoned toasted bread and fruit and desserts.I'm sure they had fun and the music was playing.Thank you LOTUS HOUSE!

05/29/2026

Hope Campus is deeply appreciative of for they're continued support in feeding the unhoused.Today was a huge shipment of Miscellaneous chicken ready to feed our population and a huge blessing! There was so much that we were able to share with Antioch food pantry,another agency helping feed our population. THANK YOU SIMMONS FOODS for all you do to fight hunger!

05/29/2026

Yesterday for lunch at Hope Campus we went through the freezer and uncovered a few gems.Andouille sausage and red Argentine shrimp.We made a variation of gumbo and Shrimp creole over creole seasoned rice.Soooo good and we had fresh mixed vegetables with grapes and desserts.A good day and our crowds have been big still.

05/28/2026

Thanks to Teena, one of our dedicated staff members, for purchasing coffee for the residents. In light of our current low stock, any extra donations of coffee would be most welcome. Your generosity and support for the Campus community are truly valued.

05/27/2026

🪎 This photo may not look like much at first, but for our guests at HOPE Campus, it’s a treasure!
🏠 Aside from being just a shelter for those experiencing homelessness, HOPE Campus helps prepare our guests for their move out.
🙏 Our peer support specialist, Teena, was gracious enough to add to the collection! Kitchenware, towels, cleaning supplies, pillows, and then some! Thank you, Teena!!
❓Do you have any supplies that you think may help brighten someone’s Move-Out day? We appreciate any thoughtful donations!

🏡 301 S E St, Fort Smith AR 72901
📱 479-668-4764
🛜 https://www.riverviewhopecampus.org

05/26/2026

05/26/2026

Friday night at Hope Campus we had St.Elizabeths from Spiro to make dinner.Sarah,Mark and Bill are the base team and Sarah brings grand kids as well and they all do a great job and are a pleasure to work with everytime.

05/26/2026

Our Friday donation pick up at imperial vending has been a pleasant challenge recently. Jeff and I have gone out for the last two months and have gotten creative in how we load the van because we receive so much food.So much we have been sharing out after we see what we need at Hope Campus each weekend.Thank you Imperial vending for our donation food.

05/26/2026

Appreciation of what we have access to right now and produce courtesy of Grace Community Church and they're continued giving to Hope Campus each month.No one we know as Community partners are getting much produce now and Grace has allowed us to continue to purchase as we need.Its a wonderful thing to get to cook for our residents and provide them good food.Thank you Grace!