Hope's Harbor

When any distance is too great, every mile counts. When you're looking for answers, every moment counts. That's why, at Hope's Harbor, our mission is to close the distance. Watch our new video, "Close to You" to learn how we provide Strength Next Door.

We are so grateful to the incredible youth from Youth Empowered Philanthropy (YEP) for coming together to prepare and serve a delicious meal for our guests at Hope’s Harbor! ??? Your time, energy, and compassion make a world of difference, and we couldn’t be more thankful for your support. It’s heartwarming to see young people so dedicated to giving back to the community, and your kindness truly shines. ?? Thank you for being a part of making Hope’s Harbor a place of comfort and care!

Bring joy to children in the hospital this Easter by sponsoring a basket for $29.99! Your gift will provide a thoughtful surprise to every NICU family at Dupont Hospital and all children in the pediatric units at Lutheran Hospital. With a goal of 60 baskets, your support makes a meaningful difference for these families during a challenging time. Sponsor a basket by April 16 and help us share hope and happiness this Easter! https://lnkd.in/g8knuAg2

Our Community Showed Up Big! ?? Last week, we shared that we needed more support for meals—and wow, did you deliver! Not only did many of you sign up to cook meals, but Michelle generously provided all the ingredients needed to turn previously donated pantry items into three delicious and fresh meals. On top of that, a generous donor contributed $1,000 anonymously to help cover any extra costs. Your kindness makes a difference for every family who stays with us. And if you missed out, there’s always time to get your name on the calendar for April! Thank you for being part of our mission!

We're proud to partner with Lutheran Hospital and Dupont Hospital, who were recently recognized for excellence in infant and maternal health by the Indiana Hospital Association! ?? At Hope's Harbor, we see firsthand the impact of their commitment to best practices in areas like maternal care. Their dedication helps ensure that families with hospitalized children receive not only exceptional medical care but also the comfort and support they need during challenging times. Together, we’re making a difference for families near and far. ??

"We can’t thank you enough for your service. Because of Hope’s Harbor, I was able to stay close to my baby. Though we were only there for two days, I connected with two other families who will be there for weeks. I can’t imagine what they would be going through without you. From the bottom of my heart, thank you so very much." – Amy Schrock Baby Rowan is home, and we're so grateful for the support of our donors and volunteers who make it possible for families like the Schrocks to stay at Hope's Harbor!

A huge THANK YOU to Davey's Delicious Bagels for partnering with us to support families at Hope’s Harbor! ?? They created a specialty bagel just for us, and every bite helped raise funds to keep our doors open for families in need (plus they brought us a platter of amazing bagels). We are so grateful for their generosity and community spirit! If you haven’t tried their bagels yet, be sure to stop by and support a local business that’s making a difference!

Welcome Home, Bry'Lynn! ?? After a tough start, Brittany celebrated checking out of Hope’s Harbor today to take her sweet baby boy home for the first time! Bry'Lynn overcame an infection, oxygen level scares, and a possible heart murmur—but now, he’s healthy and ready to be home where he belongs. We are so happy for this family and grateful to be part of their journey!?

Hope's Harbor and Turnstone Center are proud to announce our new partnership to provide essential accommodations and support for families participating in Turnstone’s new Pediatric Therapy Intensives. This collaboration ensures that families traveling to Fort Wayne for these specialized therapy services can focus entirely on their child’s progress, free from the stress of finding and affording housing. “We are honored to partner with Turnstone to make their Pediatric Therapy Intensives more accessible to families,” said Wendy Hoering, Executive Director of Hope’s Harbor. “We understand that traveling for a child’s medical care often brings numerous challenges—logistical, financial, and emotional. By providing accommodations, meals, and a welcoming space to call home, we strive to ease the journey for families as they support their children through the demands of intensive therapy.” Learn more about this partnership: https://lnkd.in/gfEkAi8t

Today we celebrate one year with Hannah Cottingham as our Development Manager ?? In just 12 quick months, she has already made a lasting impact on Hope’s Harbor, our donors and volunteers, and most importantly, the guests we serve ?? Hannah’s heart for our mission coupled with her passion for fundraising shine daily! We are so grateful to have you on our team, Hannah!