HopeWorks Memphis

Do you want to get your High School Diploma but don't know where to start? HopeWorks offers Adult Basic Education classes that allow you to get your HiSET, more commonly known as the GED.

The state of Tennessee estimates that people with a high school degree make about $6000 more than those who don't have one. Are you ready to take the next step? Visit https://www.whyhopeworks.org/abe/ to learn more.

Our relationships with people are one of the most important things in our lives. Let us treat them with humility, gentleness, patience and love this week.

At HopeWorks, we strive to serve our community in a variety of ways and we love doing it!

Thanks for the review, Jaymie!

Meet Stoney Ramsey 👋

Stoney is our director of Adult Education and has helped students pass the HiSET through HopeWorks for the last 6 years!

Over the years, HopeWorks has shown Stoney that everyone deserves a second, third – and beyond – chance to build a better life for themselves and their family. This is what HopeWorks is all about!

His favorite places in Memphis are Ruth's Chris Steak House, Graceland and any historical place. He’s also a self-proclaimed history buff!

HopeWorks is incredibly proud of our student, Valentin Galvez, who has been studying English in our Adult Education and English as a Second Language classes for the past three years. During that time, he participated in digital literacy and conversation practice classes, as well as a painting apprenticeship program through HopeWorks.

This apprenticeship provided him with valuable skills and experience that led to an opportunity with a specialty contracting company, where he now works as a glazier, installing specialty glass for windows and doors, and contributing to the redevelopment project at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.

Reflecting on his journey, Valentin shared, “God helped me realize that I can succeed in this country. I am very grateful to God and to HopeWorks.” Now he has helped his son sign up for the program, following in his footsteps.

Valentin’s story is a wonderful example of how determination, education and opportunity can open doors to a brighter future.

Are you interested in improving your English? Are you hoping to pursue new job opportunities? Do you want to help your children with their schoolwork?

If any of these sound like you, HopeWorks' Adult English as a Second Language program can help you develop your listening, speaking, reading and writing skills!

Want to learn more? https://www.whyhopeworks.org/aesl/

Check out this recent article from The Daily Memphian about LaQuita, one of our Personal and Career Development graduates, and how she paved her way to a better future.
https://heyor.ca/sgJdcX

Her father was addicted to crack co***ne, and she was in a gang. But her future was paved with better days. LaQuita Hughes has wrestled with tragedy, grief, and depression. But this year, she bought a house she loved, after years of trying to become a homeowner. 

It's been a little over two months since our ribbon cutting for our reentry housing facility, Next Story.

Currently, Next Story is housing several men transitioning from prison, providing job support and life skills training.

We can't wait to see what the future holds for these men. You can read more about our reentry program here: https://www.whyhopeworks.org/reentry/

It always means a lot to us to hear the ways people are impacted by us! We are incredibly thankful for the profound impact our teachers and staff have.

Thank you for leaving us such a kind review, Yuly!

Did you know HopeWorks has Prayer Donors? If you want to make a difference but can't commit to volunteering in this season of life, we would love to add you to our Prayer Donor roster. All you have to do is sign up, and we will regularly share prayer requests. Link below 👇

https://www.whyhopeworks.org/pray/