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DONATE
Invest in Youth, Inspire Change
At H.Y.P.E., we believe that every young person deserves the chance to thrive — but we can’t do it without the support of people like you. Your donation helps us create safe, inspiring spaces where youth can grow in confidence, discover their purpose, and build the skills they need for a successful future. From weekly mentoring sessions and life-skills coaching to monthly outings and one-on-one support, your generosity makes it all possible.
Whether you give once or become a recurring donor, your gift directly impacts the lives of youth in Marrero and the surrounding Westbank communities. You're helping us provide meals, transportation, supplies, and unforgettable experiences that expand opportunities and open doors. Together, we can break cycles, build futures, and keep showing up for the youth who need it most.
SUPPORT
Make an Impact
Your support can take many forms — and every single one makes a difference. Whether you're opening your doors for an outing, donating supplies, or partnering with us long-term, you’re helping create more opportunities for youth to grow, lead, and thrive. Contact us today to learn more about how you can support H.Y.P.E.!
Host an Outing
Offer your business or organization as a space for our monthly youth outings. These experiences give our mentees a chance to explore, connect, and celebrate their growth — and your hospitality can help make that happen.
Give In-Kind
We’re always in need of practical items to help support our youth — from snacks and school supplies to hygiene products, event tickets, or gently used equipment. Your in-kind gifts help us stretch our impact even further.
Become a Partner
Join our growing network of community partners who are helping H.Y.P.E. create life-changing opportunities for youth. Whether you’re a church, school, nonprofit, or local business — we’d love to team up.
MAKE AN IMPACT
Why Your Support Matters
H.Y.P.E. is a small, grassroots organization with big dreams for its community — and every dollar makes a real difference. Since becoming a 501(c)(3) in 2011, H.Y.P.E. has been powered by dedicated volunteers, fundraisers, and the generosity of donors who believe in the potential of our youth.
As a local nonprofit based in Marrero, we’re committed to directly impacting the lives of young people in Jefferson Parish and surrounding areas. We’re still in the early stages of building something lasting — with plans to expand our programs, establish paid staff, and open a full-service after-school facility. But to grow, we need people like you in our corner.
Your donation doesn’t disappear into a large system — it stays right here in the community, helping us provide mentoring, life skills, leadership development, and real-world opportunities for the youth and families who need them most. With your support, we can keep showing up, keep building, and keep pushing forward — one step, one session, one life at a time.
"H.Y.P.E. not only helped me accomplish my goals but guided me into purpose. They helped me make a budget and pay off debts which paved the way for me to get my very first car. Going back to school the Lord asked me, ‘what do you want’? I had a hard time putting into words what I wanted to do. HYPE helped me pinpoint my purpose and now I am about to graduate with a Masters in School Counseling."
-Sheryl Lynn Taylor
PARTNERS
Lifting Youth,
Side by Side
Our programs are only as strong as the village behind them — and that village includes churches, schools, local businesses, and community organizations who believe in what we do. These partnerships help us bring in guest speakers, host meaningful outings, provide in-kind support, and connect youth with opportunities beyond our doors.
We’re always looking to build new relationships with mission-minded organizations who want to be part of something bigger than themselves. Together, we can create more access, more experiences, and more change. Interested in partnering with H.Y.P.E.? We’d love to hear from you.
You Can Make a Difference
Through village mentoring, life coaching, leadership training, and real-world experiences, we help youth uncover their potential and walk confidently in their purpose. Our work wouldn’t be possible without mentors who are willing to invest their time, energy, and heart into the next generation.
