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“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord; thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a HOPE.” Jeremiah 29:11

Since 1955, we have been giving shelter to the homeless, giving hope to the addicted, giving food to the hungry, and giving God all the glory. Learn more about our Vision, our Mission, our Core Values, and learn more about our Administrator.

Letter from our
Administrator,
Aimee Izer

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Dear Friends,

Thank you for visiting The Hope Center’s website. Since 1955, we have been committed to providing help for today and hope for tomorrow to individuals and families in our community. Our mission remains steadfast: to meet the physical and spiritual needs of those facing challenging circumstances through life-changing programs, compassionate services, and the unwavering message of hope found in the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Over the years, The Hope Center has grown and adapted to meet the increasing needs of our neighbors. From offering warm meals and safe shelter to guiding men through our Foundations Life Recovery Program, we aim to transform lives with dignity, care, and purpose. Thanks to your generous support, we’ve expanded our services to include youth outreach, community meals 365 days a year, clothing assistance, and so much more—all at no cost to those in need.

As we approach our 70th anniversary in 2025, we are filled with gratitude for the countless individuals, churches, and organizations that have stood with us through the decades. Looking ahead, we dream of a future where women have access to their own overnight shelter and long-term recovery program, where our summer camp offers even greater opportunities for children, and where all who walk through our doors feel the embrace of a community that cares deeply.

I invite you to explore this website to learn more about the programs and services we provide. Whether you’re here to seek help, volunteer, or support our mission as a Compassion Partner, know that you are part of a story that brings hope to many. Together, we can make a lasting impact.

Thank you for your support, your prayers, and your belief in the work of The Hope Center.

With gratitude,
Aimee L. Izer
Administrator
The Hope Center

Our Vision

For every man, woman and child  - HOPE for the future.

Our prayer for each individual - the desire for a life filled with hope through the life-changing message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

We are looking optimistically to the future, and as we look ahead God has given us a vision for expanded programs and services such as:

  • A shelter for women

  • A long term program for women

  • Day program for transients (homeless)

  • Expanding Camp Wild to include electricity, plumbing and buildings at the camp site

  • A new facility outside of Hagerstown for our 13-month program for men

Our Mission

Since 1955 the mission of The Hope Center at Hagerstown Rescue Mission is to offer help for today and hope for tomorrow by providing programs and services to meet the physical and spiritual needs of men, women, and children.

Our vision: lives filled with hope through the life-changing message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ

Our Core Values

Christ-Centered

  • Christian Board & Staff who adhere to our Statement of Faith

  • Presenting the Gospel through Christ-centered programs

Integrity

  • Operating according to the highest moral, ethical & Christian standards

Guest-Centered

  • Using innovative programs & services to respond to the total needs of our guests, to help them become Godly persons of integrity, responsibility & commitment

Excellence

  • Committed to a standard of excellence that honors Jesus through:

  1. Competent and caring Staff & Board Members

  2. The design and implementation of effective programs and services

  3. Clean, well-maintained facilities that are a model to the community

  4. Sound business practices

Stewardship

  • Committed to good stewardship through contemporary programs, accountability & sound fiscal management

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