At the Heart of It Stigma and shame reinforce the idea that there is something fundamentally wrong with who we are. The LGBTQ+ community is a stigmatized group, and its members commonly experience the effects of stigma and shame, which negatively impact their mental health and wellbeing. Coping with shame
As we look back this month in celebration of 25 Years of Hope, we thought it was high time to hear from some of the people without whom our work would be totally impossible: Hearts of Hope volunteers. Hearts of Hope volunteers find their way to us through many avenues,
Ask any parent of an autistic child, and they will tell you: raising a child with autism is one of the most rewarding, eye-opening, and joy-filled experiences life can offer. There are as many reasons to celebrate autism as there are ways that it presents itself. But good things often
As part of our celebration of Hearts of Hope’s 25th anniversary, we’re taking a stroll down memory lane every month and sharing some of our favorite stories of hope. And while we’ve got countless examples of lives touched and connections made through the painting and delivery of our hearts, we
At the Heart of It A Heart of Hope passes through many, many hands from inception to delivery. That means that every act of kindness, now matter how small, has the power to make a difference in others’ grief journeys. What we do and share every day can inspire others
How it all began It’s January 2026, and just like everyone else, Hearts of Hope is welcoming in a new year. Typically, that means we’re looking forward: embracing new ideas, new challenges, and new energy for the road ahead. But this January looks a little different. This new year, we’re
