Dressing for Success: Chandler’s Hope Clothes Closet Supports Ready4Work Clients in Jacksonville
Reentering the workforce after incarceration comes with many challenges — landing a job interview, building confidence, and adjusting to new expectations in professional settings. But for many returning citizens, one significant barrier comes before they ever step into an interview: the cost of professional attire. When first beginning work, most people don’t have the savings […]
Hope and Healthcare: USF’s Mo-Bull Clinic Joins Operation New Hope to Serve Returning Citizens
Operation New Hope is excited to announce a new partnership with the University of South Florida’s (USF) College of Nursing that will bring critical health services directly to our Ready4Work clients and alumni in Tampa and St. Petersburg. Through this collaboration, USF’s Mo-Bull Nurse Medical Clinic will visit both ONH Tampa Bay sites bi-weekly for […]
Sharing Hope in Tampa Bay Through Innovative Media
If you’ve been out and about in downtown Tampa, you may have spotted Operation New Hope on the move. That’s all thanks to our new collaboration with Orange Barrel Media (OBM), whose innovative digital kiosks are spreading the word about second chances across Tampa Bay. Founded in 2004, Orange Barrel Media is a national leader […]
High School Student Assembles 50 Hygiene Kits to Support Returning Citizens
Recently, Operation New Hope had the pleasure of welcoming a very special donation from a young leader in the Jacksonville community. Nadav Bagaria, an incoming sophomore at Stanton College Preparatory School, organized a toiletry drive and assembled 50 Welcome Home Kits valued at over $500, which he personally delivered to our Jacksonville office. These kits, […]
Jet HomeLoans Donates Over 50 Laptops to Expand Digital Access for Returning Citizens
On Thursday, May 22, 2025, Operation New Hope had the privilege of welcoming the Jet HomeLoans team to our Jacksonville office for a visit that will have a lasting impact across the state of Florida. They arrived with an incredibly generous donation of 51 laptops to support digital access and technology training for clients navigating […]
Turner Construction Helps Women Step Confidently Into the Workforce
Operation New Hope is incredibly grateful that Turner Construction continues to be a Second Chance Supporter, ensuring that the women enrolled in our programs have the tools and resources they need to succeed. On March 7th, 2025, Turner generously donated 20 pairs of high-quality work boots, helping women feel more prepared to step into new […]
Building Strong Financial Futures: VyStar Credit Union Visits Operation New Hope
On February 24, 2025, Operation New Hope had the pleasure of welcoming David Aubuchon, Business Development Leader, and Sabrina Spann, Assistant Branch Manager, from VyStar Credit Union to our Jacksonville program location. Their visit to our financial literacy class, part of the Ready4Work program, provided our clients with crucial insights on Identity Theft and Fraud […]
Women’s Giving Alliance Visits Operation New Hope to Support Jacksonville Reentry
Jacksonville’s Women’s Giving Alliance (WGA) kicked off the new year with a meaningful visit to Operation New Hope’s Jacksonville program location for a Second Chance Showcase and an interactive volunteer experience. This event provided WGA members with the opportunity to engage with our mission, connect with clients, and witness firsthand the transformative power of second […]
Celebrating Generosity: Spherion’s Support of Second Chances
The holiday season is a time for giving, and last Friday, Spherion exemplified the true spirit of generosity and community support. We were thrilled to welcome their team to Operation New Hope as they spent the day making a tangible impact on the lives of our clients. Their dedication and kindness remind us why partnerships […]
New Partnership: Clothing with Purpose for Returning Citizens
At Operation New Hope, we’re always looking for new ways to support our clients as they transition from incarceration back into their communities. Today, we’re excited to announce a new partnership with Presbyterian Social Ministries (PSM), a Jacksonville-based organization that shares our commitment to helping individuals rebuild their lives. A couple of weeks ago, our […]
Space Coast Ready4Work Clients Complete Manufacturing Essentials Certification
Through a partnership with Eastern Florida State College, our Ready4Work Space Coast clients have the unique opportunity to earn a Manufacturing Essentials certification in the Mechatronics Apprenticeship Lab. This program is designed to equip them with the foundational skills required in the manufacturing industry, making them more competitive in the job market. Hands-On Learning with Cutting-Edge Technology […]
A Warm Gesture: Bombas Donates 2,000 Pairs of Socks to ONH Clients
Bombas has once again demonstrated their commitment to being Second Chance Supporters with a generous donation of 2,000 new pairs of socks to Operation New Hope. Many of our clients return home with little more than the clothes on their backs, making new, clean clothing essentials vital for their success in finding jobs and rebuilding […]
Orlando Utilities Commission Donates over 1,000 Hygiene Kits to Operation New Hope
On Saturday, June 22, the spirit of generosity was on full display as employees from the Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC) gathered to assemble 1,000 personal care packages for Operation New Hope. The event brought together employees from various departments, all united by a common purpose: to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals […]
Conser Moving Solutions Donates over 100 Books to ONH Library
The books that would go to Operation New Hope at the Conser Moving Solutions office. We are thrilled to extend a heartfelt thank you to the incredible team at Conser Moving Solutions for their generous donation of over 100 books to Operation New Hope last week! Since April, Conser Moving Solutions staff and their families […]
ONH Launches New Motherhood Parenting Program with Grant from The Women’s Giving Alliance
We are thrilled to announce that Operation New Hope has received a generous grant of over $40,000 from The Women’s Giving Alliance, an initiative of The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida. This grant was awarded during a member forum in May, where the WGA revealed that $750,000 would be distributed among 18 nonprofits in the […]
Second Chance Supporters- Turner Construction’s Generous Donation
Every week, we welcome individuals back from jail and prison who enroll in our program with nothing more than the clothes on their backs. Thank you, Turner Construction, for being a second chance supporter and providing our clients with Welcome Home Hygiene Kits. These kits contain essential hygiene products, including shampoo and conditioner, toothbrushes, toothpaste, […]