Fostering Hope A Johnnie Mae Maxwell Foundation& Valentine's Hope

09/26/2026

09/26/2026

We want to say HAPPY COMPLIANCE OFFICER DAY! To all the Compliance Professionals out there we appreciate all that you do! We want to give a shot out to our founder Vanessa Ross bringing more than 18 years of healthcare experience and a CHC Sr. Compliance Manager by day!

09/17/2026

Fall Bash Coming Soon!

Hello all!

We are hoping to host a Fall Bash in the near future.We want to create a fun, welcoming space for those in need to stop by, enjoy some great food, and get essential resources.

Here is a preview of what we plan to offer:

Food & Fun: Hotdogs, chips, and drinks will be served.
Clothing; New and gently used clothing items for women and youth.

Support Bags: We will also be handing out our Fostering Hope nourishment and hygiene bags.

Want to help us make a difference?If you would like to join hands with us, we are looking for volunteers to help out please let us know!

We are currently working out the logistics, and more details will follow once we determine the exact date, time, and hosting site.We may not be rich, but we believe in giving back where we can and will work hard to try to get this together.

Stay tuned for updates!

09/16/2026

Hello all! As promised, here is a snippet from our founder's upcoming book. We hope you like it, and stay tuned there's more to come!

Introduction:

They say life is the survival of the fittest, and that only the strong survive. Well they definitely were honest about that. Let me tell you it seems from the very start of my life, I have always had to fight.
I mean, I know life is not easy and hasn’t been easy for any of us; we all have our troubles and stories. But sometimes, I wonder what life could have been like if I didn't have to endure struggles through most of my childhood and young adulthood. What would life as a child have been like with a mother who wasn’t addicted to drugs? What would it have been like to know my father, and to be protected rather than molested, abused, and neglected? I wondered how it felt to be loved unconditionally. I wonder what it would have felt like to have structure and guidance.
Of course, as a child, I asked myself why. Why me? What did I do to deserve a life of such strife, grief, and hurt? What would life have been like knowing I had a safe place to lay my head at night? What would it have been like to enjoy simple things like electricity and running water and not sleeping in abandoned houses and homeless shelters? These are the thoughts that consumed me as a child, and occasionally, they still cross my mind as an adult. Don’t get me wrong, my adulthood has had its faults, too.
However, I understand that the fight I endured as a child and as a young adult is what prepared me for the life I have now, and prepared me for any future adversity or adversaries. This story about my life is not about crying a river or asking for sympathy. It is about showing that even in the harshest conditions, one can survive. One can rise above. It is easy to give up, but it is the hardest to withstand the storm, especially when you are doing it alone.
This story, my story, is one I hope gives strength and inspiration to someone to never give up. Although it holds some heartbreaking times, there is eventually joy and triumph. I persevered, I excelled, and for that, I am thankful. My past did not define my present or my future; it prepared me for it.
To those of you who are reading this: “Never be a victim of your circumstances. Take a stance against your circumstances!”
— Vanessa Ross (Founder of Fostering Hope, Valentine’s Hope, and Hope for Health Equity)

07/31/2026

Looking to inspire, empower, and uplift your organization? We’re here to serve! 🌟
At Fostering Hope, giving back is at the heart of everything we do. Through our dedicated volunteer outreach efforts, we are proud to offer to local schools, churches, group homes, and community organizations.
Here is how our volunteers can support your group:
✨ Motivational Speaking that moves hearts and ignites courage
✨ Job & Life Skills Workshops to help individuals build brighter futures
✨ Community Book Clubs focused on healing, growth, and connection
We are passionate about restoring hope to those who need it most—at no cost to your organization.
Let’s partner together to make a difference! If you are in need of our volunteer efforts please see below:
📩 Send us a direct message or fill out our quick connection form at the link below to request a speaker or workshop or any of our volunteer efforts https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScnypRjrJm60H6lrhNa9zh-LKtcuaATe6isZ1cvlO4xbjDX6g/viewform :

Welcome! Thank you for reaching out to Fostering Hope, Valentines Hope, and our newest branch, Hope for Health Equity. Whether you are looking for a safe space to share your story, seeking community support, or interested in booking a school speaking engagement, we want to connect with you.

07/30/2026

Exclusive Preview Alert!!

In a few weeks, our founder is pulling back the curtain and releasing an exclusive excerpt from her upcoming book. Raw, unfiltered, and deeply personal, this story takes you through the heartbreak and triumphs of her early life, and shows what it truly takes to never give up. Courage isn't the absence of pain; it's believing in hope through it all. You won't want to miss this preview!!🤓 Hope 's Hope for Health Equity.

07/29/2026

Head over to our blog for our newest post!! for Health Equity

07/21/2026

We're excited that our founder had the opportunity to collaborate with with Nashville Voyager again after 3 years. Please check out the new feature:

Today we’d like to introduce you to Vanessa Ross. Hi Vanessa, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today? Thank you so much for the opportunity to do this interview again. I appreciate this platform as I want to say thank you to […]

07/06/2026

Check us out! Fostering Hope will now blog. Our blogging will be a bit different from what we post here.

Welcome to Fostering Hope a Johnnie Mae Maxwell Foundation Blog!

07/06/2026

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Welcome! Thank you for reaching out to Fostering Hope, Valentines Hope, and our newest branch, Hope for Health Equity. Whether you are looking for a safe space to share your story, seeking community support, or interested in booking a school speaking engagement, we want to connect with you.