About Us:
Founded in 2006, HOPE is currently one of the most recognizable and fastest growing Hispanic/Latino organizations in the state of Indiana.

A membership-driven group with 2 major committees including:
Business
Education

HOPE provides networking and programming that increases excellence in the student and professional community.

Learn more about us here.

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 Latino Student Profile:
       Miguel

My name is Miguel Flores and I participated in the H.O.P.E. academy.  When I was invited, I wasn't thrilled about going.  I wanted to enjoy my summer vacation instead, but my parents persuaded me to go, and I'm glad I did.  It was a great experience for me because I learned so many things and met some great people.  H.O.P.E really taught me the steps I needed to take in order to get to the college level.  They opened up new avenues for me in regards to scholarships in which I have tried to take advantage of.  I also met some great people at H.O.P.E., and I still keep in touch with several of them.  Since the H.O.P.E. program, I've been interning at WJOB radio in Hammond, Indiana broadcasting for local high school basketball and football games.  I also run my own sports show every Saturday morning.  I was accepted to Columbia College Chicago and given a $32,000 scholarship as well as a work study for $20,000.  I couldn't have done this without a little help from H.O.P.E. which guided me in the right direction.  I hope to continue my success and hope to achieve my ultimate goal of working for ESPN."

Welcome to HOPE
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tickets now on sale..

 It's official, our summer fundraiser is set!

HOPE/Paco's
Fashion Show.

SAVE THE DATE:
Thursday June 7, 2012. 6pm - 9pm
(6-7 mixer, 7-9 show hosted by Designer Paco Fernandez.  His models will show off his exclusive designs).
One Free cocktail (option for guests 21 + over),
hor's douevres, entertainment & silent auction.
$20 ticket.  Held at the Avalon Manor, Merrillville.


We use PayPal safely & securely.  Tickets purchased online will be held at the door under your name.  You may change quantities, and list names of guests (for extra tickets) on the purchase page.  The event staff will reply confirming your purchase.



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Our Next General Membership Meeting is Tuesday May 29th at 5:30pm. 
Location TBD....Stay tuned for details.


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Fraire Kicked off 2011 Academy Reunion


Harvard-Educated Crown Point High School Alumnus is kicking off a 2011 Academy Reunion event on April 16th.  The current Washington State University Vice-President for Enrollment Management will deliver remarks. 
The event has passed.  Many thanks to Fraire, CPHS Principal Eric Ban, Indiana University Northwest Office of Diversity Programming and Alicia Rios for sponsoring the event.  Click here to view underwriters and other supporters, as well as the photo gallery from the event.


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Click here to read past news & annoucements
in our archive (PDF)

                       Membership:

Become a member today. 

Our very low $25
annual dues earns
you the following:


1. HOPE lapel pin

2. A welcome letter

3. Discounts to  
HOPE events

4. Promotion on our monthly
electronic newsletters.

5. Chairmanship privelages


Educators, Business Owners, Students, Job Seekers, Social Workers, Community Leaders, and all others are welcome !

Join online
or download & mail your form. Click here for our membership page.

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Our Monthly Newsletter

Our May 2012 monthly
e-newsletter is on the way!
Click the icon below to read a the April 2012 version....

  The newsletter has all the latest news & annoucements about everything we're doing--and how you can join us.

 

Upcoming News on our Mentoring Program:

Thanks to our mentors!
Our mentoring program for 2011-2012 is underway.

But we're still looking for mentors.  Interested?  Complete our online Mentor Application:
 CLICK HERE

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Click here to read about our very own Youth Leadership Academy.