BARBARA OLSON CENTER OF HOPE RECEIVES GRANT FROM TRY BETA CLUB ROCKFORD, IL - DECEMBER 5, 2024 - Barbara Olson Center of Hope is proud to announce it has received a $2,200 grant from the Try Beta Club to purchase a purchase recreation equipment for our participants with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Many of our participants
Your November update from the Center of Hope In this month’s issue, check out the Halloween activities, find out what participant received the Barb Mosny Selflessness and Generosity Award, meet Board member Lynn DeLacey, and more. Lots of Halloween Tricks and Treats Halloween festivities were out
HarvestFest2024, Thank you for a successful evening The Center of Hope celebrated autumn with HarvestFest24 fundraiser at Prairie Street Brewing Co. The night featured entertainment by the Center of Hope Participant Choir, plus an Online Auction, 50/50 Raffle and more. More than $25,000 was raised, with net proceeds going toward services
Barb Mosny Selflessness and Generosity Award recipient named Aaron A. was awarded the first Barb Mosny Selflessness and Generosity Award for his quick thinking and bravery saved the life of his peer. When his friend needed assistance, Aaron didn’t hesitate. He immediately called for help and guided a staff member to
Eddie B., participant Employee of the Month Eddie B. is our Participant Employee of the Month. Eddie goes over and beyond to help whoever is in need. Eddie has worked numerous jobs at COH and we are very fortunate to have him on our team. Each month, the Center of Hope
BARBARA OLSON CENTER OF HOPE RECEIVES GRANT FROM WILLIAM S. HOWARD CHARITABLE TRUST ROCKFORD, IL - OCTOBER 8, 2024 - Barbara Olson Center of Hope is proud to announce it has received a $14,725 grant from the William S. Howard Charitable Trust for its Bridges to the Future transitions program. Bridges to the Future
Your October update from the Center of Hope In this month’s issue you’ll see participants enjoying the fall weather, meet the Participant Employee of the Month and one of our Board members, learn about a new grant, and more! Fall happenings It may not feel like
Maurice, participant Employee of the Month Maurice is the Center of Hope’s participant Employee of the Month. He started janitorial work a few months ago and is awesome. The Center is very fortunate to have such wonderful individuals. Maurice is very eager to work and does so with a big
Get to know Board member Brad Johnson Dr. Brad Johnson is Board Vice President at the Center of Hope. We asked Brad to share some of his thoughts about the Center and his time on the Board. Why did you choose to join the Board? I was asked many years ago
Center of Hope receives William S. Howard Charitable Trust grant Barbara Olson Center of Hope is pleased to announce a $14,725 grant by William S. Howard Charitable Trust. The grant will support Barbara Olson Center of Hope Bridges to the Future transition program. Bridges to the Future is a program at
