HOPE – Humanity Over Poverty Effort
About us

Humanity over poverty.

HOPE is built on a simple belief: no one should have to go without the basics, and together we can do something about it.

Our story

Humanity Over Poverty Effort, Inc. (HOPE) is a North Carolina nonprofit corporation. We give practical, everyday help to people who are having a hard time.

We focus on what makes a real difference right away: food on the table, warm clothes, household basics, and help keeping the bills paid.

Our mission

To provide general aid to people in need, including food, clothing, household goods, and help with bills, funded by grants, donations, and donated goods.

Donated goods are given out directly to families, and monetary donations are used to buy what families need most.

Founder & President

Suleiman Aqrabawi

Suleiman leads HOPE to help people get through difficult times. He serves as President as a volunteer.

Our no-salary commitment

The founder of HOPE does not take a salary. We want every gift to go as far as possible toward helping people in need.

Our status

Incorporated

Articles of Incorporation filed with the North Carolina Secretary of State.

Nonprofit corporation

HOPE is organized as a North Carolina nonprofit corporation.

Pending

501(c)(3) application pending with the IRS.