changing lives.

Making a difference.

together, we can

Imagine a place that stewards optimism and real community by combining after-school programs with a variety of activities for children of all ages.

meet the team

Kenneth McKinney, Sr.

Kenneth serves as the President and Co-Founder of The Hope Center.  His passion is educating and mentoring at-risk youth and families in the community by giving them knowledge, wisdom, and opportunities to grow and learn in an encouraging environment. 

Stacy Dodd

Stacy has served as a community leader for over 10 years.  He serves as the state representative for Celebrate Recovery and is the Vice President of Operations for Addiction Campuses - Vertava Health in DeSoto County.

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