OUR STORY

THC transitioned from a grassroots movement to an official nonprofit. Chris Jehle, his staff and THC’s board worked diligently to accomplish the mission of reaching our youth and developing world-class leaders.

THC founded Hope Family Care Center, the only primary care facility within three zip codes at that time. In the fall of 2011, Hope Leadership Academy opened its doors as the only elementary school in the neighborhood.

Today, both organizations operate independently but continue to share vision with The Hope Center

Marvin Daniels, joins as CEO & Executive Director. THC youth programs extend to five days a week, increasing availability and stability to parents and youth.THC starts monthly service projects, hosted by teen servant leaders, and an Emerging Leaders internship program.

THC’s programs train high school, middle school, and elementary students from over 15 campuses across the city in servant leadership and character development.Staff and volunteers provide mentorship as well as spiritual and physical care for our youth.

The staff and volunteers at The Hope Center continue toward the vision of developing healthy communities on Kansas City’s Eastside, where the vulnerable can have hope and flourish.

We do this through our youth development programs, family enrichment, community outreach, and community development. Where God has blessed us with physical assets, we will use to build up personal assets of our community.​ We are always in need of volunteers. Whether as an individual, corporation or church team, the time you give to our families and youth can make a life-long impact in their lives.