Who we are and What we do
Founded in 2024, The Hope Closet has provided support for hundreds of people living in local Section 8 housing in southern Wake County, as well as many others facing crisis situations due to fire loss, homelessness, poverty, or domestic violence. Since inception, The Hope Closet has emerged to fill a critical gap for aid in southern Wake County, assisting over 300 individuals across 130 residences, fully furnishing more than 20 apartments and five homes.
We differ a little from some of the other wonderful local charities. Unlike traditional donation centers or resale programs, we are not a place to shop. Instead, we meet people where they are, in both location and life. We try to intentionally connect with families, understand their needs, and deliver items directly to them when lack of transportation is a factor.
Every item donated is intentionally placed, free of charge, directly into the hands of someone with a real and urgent need.
We value the items we gift, not just as things that will meet a physical need, but as a conversation, a smile, a hug, a prayer, and a way to connect with someone in our community who is struggling and may need that connection just as much, if not more, than the item itself.
We prioritize fast response times for families - recognizing that delays in assistance can disproportionately impact children, who may otherwise endure prolonged periods without basic necessities, statistically increasing chances for Child Protective Services involvement. The Hope Closet aims to increase stability for children whose health, safety, and academic success are directly affected by their home environment.
We are rooted in the deep personal joy that comes with serving others. Therefore we aim to provide community service opportunities for all ages and backgrounds so we can foster a community that loves and serves each other well.
We believe we rise by lifting others. Please consider supporting our efforts so we can continue our mission to strengthen our community by lifting our neighbors.
“I have had the opportunity to work directly with The Hope Closet and witness its impact firsthand. I observed the organization furnish a new home for a family displaced by a fire – an experience that underscored the profound and lasting benefits this type of service provides. While the full impact of such support cannot always be quantified, its value to families and the broader community is undeniable.”
“I literally just prayed and told God I know he’s going to provide me with all I’m supposed to have for myself and my kids so we are all comfortable. As a single mom, I am doing the best I can and you all are like Angels to me because I couldn’t have done any of this any time soon without your help. Thank you. You all are greatly appreciated. I’m literally in tears…happy tears.”
“Many of the applicants [to Bay Tree Apartments] that are approved to become residents come from various challenging situations, including homelessness, and do not have the necessary items to set up housekeeping. The Hope Closet has been so very generous and helpful with supplying those families with furniture, towels, sheets, cleaning products and even gift cards for local grocery stores. I am sure that I have not even cracked the surface on the positive impact the Hope Closet has had on the Bay Tree residents. The Hope Closet is a vital resource to our community and genuinely appreciated.”
“Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.”