Restored Hope all started with a vision from our founders, Pastor Sam and Sherry Pollinzi. "Write the vision, And make it plain on tablets, that he may run who reads it. For the vision is yet for an appointed time, but at the end it will speak, and it will not lie. Though it tarries, wait for it, Because it will surely come, It will not tarry." Habakkuk 2:2-3
Our mission is to reach, rescue, and
restore women and their children to normal lives, who have been affected by the adverse conditions of life that include: s*xual exploitation, human slavery, s*xual abuse, poverty, domestic violence, homelessness, and interaction with the criminal justice system. Birthed in 2012, Restored Hope Ministries is a 501c3 organization founded for the purpose of rescuing women trapped in s*xual exploitation, s*x abuse, and domestic violence. We serve women and their children from ages 17 to 45 years old by providing food, clothing, and shelter through an 18-24 month program, or however long it takes them to adjust and go through the healing process. Some girls need longer than 18-24 months, and that's ok.
PHASE 1 :
Dedicated to healing the hurt that is directly related to their abuse and exploitation. During this period the women participate in Celebrate Recovery classes twice a week, one on one counseling with Licensed Counselors, group counseling, mentorship program, bible studies, parenting classes, budgeting and financial classes, computer training that encompasses the entire Microsoft Office Package, exercise and dance classes, GED program, art therapy and love without anything in return. PHASE 2 :
Focus on job search programs, which include bus passes for their transportation while searching for employment. First, we make sure they have all their pertinent information such as driver’s license, birth certificate, and picture ID. We help them prepare their resume and role play job interviews and certain situations that may arise because of criminal records or their past. Job placement and career paths are determined and documented before they are allowed to go search for a job. PHASE 3:
After they have secured a job, we open bank accounts in their names and set up direct deposit for their pay. All debit cards are secured and stored in their belongings until they are ready to leave. Then we help in the apartment search, deposits and the furnishing of the apartment.
It also part of our vision to see this ministry go nationwide. There is a need in every town, every city, state, and country to “help hurting people” With your help and blessings we will surely touch and restore many lives.
