HopeBuilders – 25 Days for Building Hope

Hope Builders

This 25th Anniversary online fundraising celebration was a risky endeavor for us. Thanks to your generous support, this campaign has been a huge success allowing us to share Hope Builders’ story with the community, celebrate the successes of graduates and raise funds to move Orange County young adults from poverty to prosperity. Over 25 days we shared inspiring stories, like the ones below, and updated you on all that Hope Builders is doing today and tomorrow to connect young adults to career opportunities that transform their lives. Please continue to enjoy these inspirational stories below.

Thank You!

The Story of How it all Began

Sr. Eileen McNerney, CSJ

Founder of Hope Builders

This 25th Anniversary online fundraising celebration was a risky endeavor for us. Thanks to your generous support, this campaign has been a huge success allowing us to share Hope Builders’ story with the community, celebrate the successes of graduates and raise funds to move Orange County young adults from poverty to prosperity. Over 25 days we shared inspiring stories, like the ones below, and updated you on all that Hope Builders is doing today and tomorrow to connect young adults to career opportunities that transform their lives. Please continue to enjoy these inspirational stories below.

Our 25 days of fundraising is complete, but you can always donate. Here are options for where you would like your donation to go.

Career Registry

Give trainees the tools and supplies—bus passes, Chromebooks, uniforms, medical supply kits, tool belts-- that they need to get on the path to success.

Amigo Scholarship

Support scholarships that help young adults enroll in Hope Builders, develop skills and access support that they need to launch their careers.

Corporate Sponsorship

Join Orange County business leaders to empower young adults with the mentorship, job training and support they need to launch their careers.