Serving Garrett County, MD
About Us
The House of Hope does not take a one size fits all approach to people’s problems. Refraining from the use of words like client or program, the members of the House of Hope try to work with individuals or families based on their own circumstances.
A Community of Caring
The House of Hope has served unmet emergency needs in Garrett County since 1978.
Ecumenical and non-denominational, relying solely on donations, neither soliciting nor accepting government funding, the House of Hope provides flexible, individual and immediate aid to those in crisis.
Offering a lifeline to those who must, at times, depend on the broader community for survival, the House of Hope is a vital link between the members of our community.
Serving the Community Since 1978
10 Things To Know About the House Of Hope
1. The House of Hope was founded in 1978 to address unmet critical emergency needs in Garrett County.
2. The House of Hope is ecumenical and non-denominational. We help anyone who really needs it.
3. The House of Hope does not seek nor accept any form of government funding. This frees us to use our funds in the most efficient ways.
4. The House of Hope was one of the earliest private, county wide non-profits in Garrett County.
5. The House of Hope has two free emergency food pantries in Garrett County, one in Grantsville and one in Deer Park. Must call for appointment.
6. The House of Hope assists with a wide variety of essential needs in emergency situations. Food, heating oil, emergency housing, and other needs have been provided when needed.
7. The House of Hope does not duplicate services. If there are other agencies available to satisfy the need, the House of Hope helps people to find what they need. If there aren’t any other resources available, the House of Hope can help, serving as a safety net for those who fall between the cracks.
8. The House of Hope moves to a supportive role when others assume a primary service. We help in emergency situations and provide support for finding available longer term aid.
9. The House of Hope assists in emergencies when others are not able due to physical or governmental restrictions.
10. The House of Hope endeavors to minister with charity, justice, good stewardship, and common sense.
A Commitment to Service
We offer a variety of assistance to those in need.
Food
Fuel/Utilities
Provides advocacy and direct assistance in emergencies that put people at risk due to lack of heat in the cold winters of Garrett County.
Shelter
Medical
Other
Any other unmet emergency need according to individual circumstances.
A Network of Concern
An umbrella for other area non-profit organizations and community agencies when their more regimented program guidelines and funding restrictions limit action.
A safety net for those who fall between the cracks because they do not fit and therefore fail to receive help through established program guidelines.
A commitment to service and strong sense of stewardship combined with the generosity of time, talent, and resources within our community have resulted in the House of Hope.
