House of Hope CDC

06/03/2026

Thank you to the students of Joseph L. McCourt and Cumberland Middle Schools for supporting House of Hope through their National Junior Honor Society service project.

In addition to a collection drive, the students held car washes and raised an incredible $2,000 to support House of Hope's programs and services.

We applaud their commitment to service and compassion for their community, and congratulate them on this academic achievement.

05/14/2026

Earlier this week, 8th grade students from completed the installation of a vinyl mural on the community room building at ECHO Village.

The project began at the end of 2025, and after months of thoughtful planning and collaboration, it’s finally ready for our residents to enjoy.

In their artist statement, the students shared, “Our goal with this artwork was to spread some joy and add color into the lives of people who are less fortunate.”

“In hopes of getting residents’ opinions on our art project, because it will be reflected in their community, we sent out a survey to the people living in ECHO Village asking for their favorite colors, animals, and quotes. Another important aspect we wanted to include in our mural were the beloved dogs of former resident Ralph, one of ECHO Village’s first residents. The dogs were named Smokey and Willow.”

Thank you to the students for choosing House of Hope CDC for this project. Your hard work, thoughtfulness, and beautiful artwork will bring joy to this community every day.

05/11/2026

05/11/2026

The return of nice weather had us eager to get outside and tackle the garden beds at Fair House.

Case Manager Jacqueline Mercado, who completed the URI Master Gardener Program in 2016, leads the team preparing the garden for planting each year. She also teaches research-based gardening practices to our clients.

Residents at Fair House help water, w**d, and harvest the garden throughout the season, promoting healthy eating habits while allowing them to enjoy the fruits of their labor all summer long. 🍓🥕🍅

05/05/2026

☀️ We couldn't have asked for a better day to host our first ever May breakfast at ECHO Village.

From bacon and waffles to Bill's famous shrimp and grits , the food was plentiful and our clients were happy. 🥓🫓🍤

"We have community. They care about us. We care about each other," says Junior.

A huge thank you to team members Sam and Tammara for organizing this amazing event. We can't wait to turn it into a yearly tradition.

05/04/2026

Meet our Interim Executive Director, Brenna Rafferty 💙

Brenna has been part of the House of Hope team for 1 year and 8 months, bringing dedication, heart, and a deep commitment to our mission. To her, preventing and ending homelessness means ensuring every person has dignity, stability, and the opportunity to build a better future. It’s about removing barriers so people can move from crisis toward possibility.

In her new role, Brenna is focused on building trust with our team, fostering collaboration, and keeping morale strong—because a connected, supported team is what allows us to serve our community with compassion and impact.

A Rhode Island native, Brenna was born and raised in Warwick and is a proud mom of two sons—one a senior in college playing Division II lacrosse, and the other a spirited 5th grader who keeps life exciting! Outside of work, you’ll almost always find her on a field or court cheering them on—she’s a true sports (and boy) mom through and through.

We’re excited for what’s ahead under Brenna’s leadership!

05/01/2026

📢❤📢We’re excited to welcome Hope Cahill as House of Hope’s new Fund Development Manager!📢❤📢

✨Hope brings years of nonprofit experience to our team, having worked in the sector since 2010 and focusing on fundraising since 2022. She was drawn to House of Hope by a deep commitment to addressing Rhode Island’s growing housing crisis and the opportunity to make a direct impact in her own community.
Outside of work, Hope is a board game enthusiast with a collection of over 150 games and is currently learning American Sign Language. She lives in Northern Rhode Island with her husband Chris, their two children, and their dog, Cashew.

👏Please join us in welcoming Hope to House of Hope!

04/22/2026

IMPORTANT INFORMATION - RIDOH issued an overdose spike alert for the city of Providence. Please be safe. House of Hope's Shower to Empower sites and Outreach Teams have several harm reduction supplies on hand if needed, including Naloxone.

Today, RIDOH issued an overdose spike alert for the city of Providence. When RIDOH's emergency department data show an increase in drug overdoses, the community is alerted so people can connect with local overdose prevention, treatment, and recovery resources. Read the full alert here: tinyurl.com/4f564pu8

Connect to local resources:

Get free naloxone, connect with community harm reduction organizations, find treatment and recovery supports, and more at PreventOverdoseRI.org.

The 988 Lifeline offers 24/7 access trained crisis counselors who can help people experiencing substance use or mental health-related distress. Youth and adults can call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org for themselves or if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support.

RI Dept. of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities & Hospitals Rhode Island Executive Office of Health and Human Services

04/20/2026

Homelessness is rarely just about not having a home or bad choices.

Behind every story are challenges like job loss, medical bills, mental health struggles, trauma, and loss. These are real people facing real circumstances—often all at once.

At House of Hope CDC, we believe in looking beyond the surface. We’re committed to providing support, stability, and a path forward for those experiencing homelessness in our community.

Together, we can replace hardship with hope.

💙 Learn more. Get involved. Be part of the change.

04/18/2026

🩵💪Happy Birthday, Shower to Empower — celebrating 8 years of dignity, care, and community.🩵💪

Since coming online in 2018, together we’ve helped make possible:
🚿12,000+ showers taken
💈2,000+ haircuts given
⚕2,700+ medical navigation services provided
🩵✨Countless lives touched and changed

❤📢A special thank you to Team Williams, LLC for trusting House of Hope to bring your innovative vision to life—and for helping change the lives of so many along the way. We’re deeply grateful for your continued support and commitment to this work.

This program hasn’t only transformed guests’ lives—it has changed and inspired our staff along the way, too. We’re grateful for every volunteer, partner, donor, and team member who’s helped make Shower to Empower what it is today.

Learn more (and see how you can support) by visitng our website!