Operation New Hope Celebrates Over 100 Ready4Work Graduates in St. Pete
On April 25th, Operation New Hope proudly celebrated a major milestone, recognizing more than 100 individuals who have graduated from the Ready4Work program in St. Pete since the location opened in July 2024. The celebration brought together community members, partners, and supporters to recognize the achievements of our clients and the transformative impact of second […]
Second Chance Month 2025
April 1st marks the beginning of Second Chance Month 2025—a time to raise awareness about the challenges people face after incarceration and to celebrate the life-changing power of opportunity. At Operation New Hope, this month holds special meaning as we work year-round to provide the support justice-impacted individuals need to rebuild their lives and thrive. […]
Voices of Hope – Braeden C.
“I was born and raised on the East Coast. I left home at 13 years old and faced homelessness on and off over the years. When I came to Jacksonville, I ended up getting lost in substance abuse and really struggled to get out of that cycle. I remember just crying out and asking God […]
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 […]
Operation New Hope Awarded Top Workplace for Third Consecutive Year
We are thrilled to announce that Operation New Hope has been recognized as a Top Workplace in Jacksonville for 2025 by the Florida Times-Union—marking our third consecutive year receiving this incredible honor! This achievement is a testament to our dedicated and passionate staff, whose commitment to our mission creates a workplace culture that is both inspiring and impactful. At Operation New […]
Florida’s Future: Operation New Hope’s Strategic 5-Year Plan
A Bold Vision for 2030-A Letter from CEO Reggie Fullwood As we step into 2025, Operation New Hope (ONH) is embracing a new era of growth and transformation. With the recent approval of our strategic plan by the Board of Directors, we are poised to lead the charge toward a future where the impact of […]
Operation New Hope: 2024 Wrapped
As we close out 2024, we’re proud to reflect on a year filled with growth, milestones, and meaningful impact at Operation New Hope. From expanding our Ready4Work program to new communities, to serving a record-breaking number of clients, to earning top honors for our workplace culture, this year has been one of incredible progress. These […]
Where Art Meets Impact: The Art of Hope Closing Reception
Operation New Hope (ONH), dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty and incarceration in Florida, recently hosted an inspiring Closing Reception for The Art of Hope exhibition. Held at the University of North Florida’s Student Union in the Lufrano Intercultural Gallery and The Boathouse, the event welcomed over 150 guests to an evening celebrating art, […]
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 […]
Meet the Staff-Christa Whitten
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGD3-c0ZEuU Christa is a Mental Health Therapist and licensed Clinical Social Worker who joined the Operation New Hope team in Jacksonville in October of 2022. She recently accepted the invitation to move to our new Tampa location to continue her work in mental health services and to help launch the Ready4Work program in the Tampa […]
Voices of Hope Update-Father’s Day Edition with Fazil L.
Founded in March 1999, Operation New Hope is celebrating our 25th anniversary this year, commemorating our legacy of transformative impact on the people and communities we serve. To mark this momentous occasion, we reached out to some of our former clients to see how they are doing now. Years after returning home, they are still […]
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 […]
Helping Fathers Become Better Dads While Incarcerated
This Second Chance Month, we are celebrating two groups of incarcerated fathers who are working hard to gain the necessary parenting skills needed to make the most of their second chances once released. Check out the most recent graduates of the InsideOut Dad’s classes that our team is delivering at Lake City Correctional and Lawtey […]
Voices of Hope Update – Rachel
In celebration of our 25th anniversary and Second Chance Month, we are commemorating our legacy of transformative impact on the people and communities we serve. We reached out to some of our former clients to see how they are doing now. Years after returning home, they are still applying what they have learned during their […]
We love our team at Operation New Hope!
We have a great team at Operation New Hope, and it’s so fun to spotlight our outstanding performers. Every year at our annual holiday party, we celebrate our team’s achievements and take time to highlight those who go above and beyond in support of our clients and our organization’s success. As we expand to build […]
