Manchester family paints messages of hope for CMC health care workers who cared for late father
MANCHESTER, N.H. —A family in Manchester has continued to show Catholic Medical Center staff how grateful they are for their work two months after their father died from COVID-19.
At long last, Coffey Park’s grand entry nearly complete
Men with their excavators showed up first to scrape the lots, preparing them for planting. Mounds of mulch then appeared. At long last, landscaping soon will be completed on the 200-square-foot tracts on either side of Hopper Avenue, where it crosses Coffey Lane, a landmark known to locals as the Entryway. Ever since the Tubbs […]
Charlottesville, VA Unity Days Create HOPE
Share This Post Share on facebook Share on linkedin Share on twitter Share on email When I was 10 years old, in 1977, the Nazis tried to march in Skokie, Illinois, and there was a battle over constitutional rights. Looking back, that was probably when I first understood that the law was complicated . . […]
Hope Across America Tour rolls across the US, including a stop in San Bernardino
My last column was about those incredible Stars of Hope – a simple concept really – brightly painted pieces of star-shaped wood.
Tuesday’s Children Announces Alliance With New York Says Thank You Foundation
Tuesday’s Children Announces Alliance With New York Says Thank You Foundation. Nonprofits join forces to provide painted Stars of HOPE to communities impacted by tragedy and mass violence.
Stars of Hope on their way to Australia
Hundreds of brightly painted Stars of Hope are on their way to Australia this week to lift the spirits of those suffering from nature’s fury. These Stars of Hope are going to the people of the land “down under” who’ve lost so much in the recent fires and floods.
A community works to heal from August 3 tragedy through art
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Community members gathered Sunday to spread the message ‘Love is Stronger than Hate’ through art.
Stars of Hope’ return to Tucson to honor victims of January 8 shooting
TUCSON – The group “Stars of Hope” visited Mesa Verde Elementary School this week to honor Christina-Taylor Green who was killed during the Jan. 8, 2011 shooting.
A ‘Community of Hope’ nine years after Tucson shooting
Christina-Taylor Green could have graduated from Canyon del Oro High School this year, had she not died at the age of 9 in the 2011 Tucson mass shooting that also involved then-Congresswoman Gabby Giffords and 17 others.
Alabama Rural Ministry to hold a weekend of events later this month in Tuskegee
Alabama Rural Ministry will be celebrating MLK Day 2020 through community worship, home repair ministry, and children’s event the weekend of Jan. 17. The community-wide worship service on Jan. 17 at Tuskegee United Methodist Church will last from 6 to 8 p.m., featuring a sermon delivered by Rev. Richard Williams of Metropolitan UMC in Montgomery. […]
Stars of Hope team works to uplift communities struck by tragedy
A special group works to use the power of art to bring healing to communities struck by tragedy. NBC’s Blayne Alexander shares the story of Stars of Hope on TODAY.
The best gifts to buy people who love travel and adventure
Twice as nice. These thoughtful gifts also donate to a cause.
Stars of Hope tour visits Greensburg
eff Parness founded Stars of HOPE, Hope Across America, a group that brings inspiration to communities affected by disaster which began in Greensburg after the 2007 tornado devastated that city. He brought his entourage back to Kiowa County last week, visiting with school children, some of whom were in kindergarten 12 years ago when he […]
Hope For a Survivor
Julie Swann-Paez, center, talks about her experiences as a survivor of the terrorist attack at the San Bernardino Inland Regional Center four years ago and the Stars of Hope Program at BASIS Flagstaff during a visit by the Hope Across America Tour to the school. Watching Swann-Paez is Jeff Parness, founder and executive director of […]
We Were A Stain On The County’: San Bernardino Survivor Gets New Start In Arizona
In 2015, Julie Paez was shot twice at the Inland Regional Center in San Bernardino, California. Paez, an inspector with San Bernardino County Environmental Health Services at the time, was at the center for a training event.
Hurricane Michael inspired artwork on display at Panama City Center for the Arts
Many artists find inspiration for their artwork in unlikely places. A former local artist, Paula Rotschafer, used watercolors to paint several pieces of art inspired by the devastation of Hurricane Michael and now the Bay Arts Alliance has her artwork on display at the Panama City Center For The Arts. Staff with The Center For […]
Investigation into Farmington explosion continues; stars of HOPE hang around Farmington
Sep. 25–FARMINGTON — The site of last week’s deadly explosion at the LEAP central office on Farmington Falls Road is under investigation by New England Fire Cause and Origin, which works with insurance companies.
Stars of HOPE appear in Farmington
FARMINGTON – Painted stars have appeared at the site of the Sept. 16 explosion at 313 Farmington Falls Road and the local fire and police stations, as an expression of support and solidarity from a foundation rooted in the response to the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
HOPE ALERT: Odessa & Midland, TX
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] On Saturday August 31, 2019, between Midland and Odessa Texas taking the lives of seven and injuring at least twenty-five others. All too often families and communities are left with the feeling of being forgotten. You can help lift the spirits of the devastated communities through messages of hope and the healing power of […]
HOPE ALERT: Dayton, Ohio
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]On the morning of August 4, 2019, the community of Dayton, OH and the nation were shaken at the core. A second mass shooting within twenty-four hours took ten lives as twenty-seven others were injured and leaving many more impacted by a senseless act of violence. You can help lift the spirits of the devastated […]
Jackson Hole residents respond to El Paso shooting with healing arts
Some Jackson Hole residents are reaching out to a grieving community in El Paso, Texas, following a mass shooting that killed 22 people there last weekend. “Probably every community in the U.S. feels a sense of hopelessness,” Jackson resident Heather DeVine said. “Other than talking to their local government representatives, it’s also really important to […]
HOPE ALERT: El Paso Texas
On the morning of August 3, 2019, the community of El Paso, TX and the nation were shaken at the core by a mass shooting. 22 lives were taken as 24 were injured and many more impacted by a senseless act of violence. With Stars of HOPE, you can help lift the spirits of the […]
Highlands Ranch, CO STEM School
Share This Post Share on facebook Share on linkedin Share on twitter Share on email It is said that one person can make a difference in the world, this time it was Dina Barnum a Mom, Wife and Real Estate Agent who lives in the community of Highlands Ranch. After the incident that took place […]
“Stars of Hope,” increased security greet STEM School students as classes resume 3 months after…
Community Paints Stars Of Hope For STEM School Students Ahead Of New School Year
HIGHLANDS RANCH, Colo. (CBS4) – It’s been nearly three months since two students opened fire at the STEM School Highlands Ranch. As students prepare to return to school, the community is coming together to help each other as they continue to heal.
Volunteers paint stars to bring hope to STEM students after tragedy
HIGHLANDS RANCH, Colo. — Three months after the deadly shooting at STEM School in Highlands Ranch a local non-profit is making sure they feel hope after tragedy.
Ocoee resident finds healing through Stars of HOPE
Share This Post Share on facebook Share on linkedin Share on twitter Share on email Elsie Cintron-Rosado spreads hope and pays it forward through volunteering with Stars of HOPE. by: Danielle Hendrix Associate Editor They come painted with different colors and styles, each emblazoned with phrases and inspirational mantras. “Just breathe.” “Love wins.” “Choose hope, choose love.” […]
NEWS: Creating, Sharing HOPE after Hurricane Michael
Stephanie Wray quickly grabbed the attention of the chattering children seated before her. “I came here for you to help me with a special mission,” Wray said. Now, any parent or teacher of children ages 4-6 knows “special mission” is catnip to a young mind. The quest is to keep that mind engaged. And Wray […]
HOPE ALERT: Iowa Flooding
Farmers throughout Nebraska and Iowa had little time to respond to the floodwaters that rushed over their lands last week, so many left their livestock and last year’s harvest behind. This has been the worst flooding in 50 years. Now as they see their familiar landscape destroyed, discover how much they have lost, staying in […]
SPARK Creates Stars of HOPE® For Opening Ceremony In Houston, Texas
Share This Post Share on facebook Share on linkedin Share on twitter Share on email SPARK, a program put in place by Hope Worldwide to assist children in healing from the effects of Hurricane Harvey, a category 4 hurricane that caused comprehensive damage including massive flooding. This caused many to lose homes, personal items and […]
Stars of HOPE Volunteers Making A Difference
Share This Post Share on facebook Share on linkedin Share on twitter Share on email On April 22, 2018 in the Antioch neighborhood of Nashville, TN a senseless act of violence occurred that took four lives and injured two others, at a local restaurant. Immediately a #HOPEAlert was issued to our network of volunteers. Volunteers […]
9/11 Memorial Glade
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Since the beginning of the 9/11 Memorial & Museum 5K Run/Walk and Community Day, more than 1,500 Stars of HOPE have been shared around the world. This year, Stars of HOPE has been asked to place stars around the construction fence of the 9/11 Memorial Glade. They will serve as a beacon of HOPE […]
HOPE Shines in Puerto Rico
Share This Post Share on facebook Share on linkedin Share on twitter Share on email In January 2017 Stars of HOPE joined Florida and Puerto Rico Art Therapy Chapters to deliver Stars created by families and teams around the US. We then created Stars of HOPE with children in schools and families living in shelters […]
Stars of HOPE® the perfect project for Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day.
Share This Post Share on facebook Share on linkedin Share on twitter Share on email How KPMG, HBO, JetBlue and many other corporations empower children to create hope in the world. Take your Daughters and Sons 2019 theme “Workforce Development For All” is synergistic with the mission of Stars of HOPE. We encourage children of […]
HOPE ALERT: LEE COUNTY, Alabama
On March 4, 2019, powerful tornadoes plowed through Lee County in Alabama and killed at least 23 people and left a path of destruction that looked “as if someone had taken a blade and just scraped the ground,” the county sheriff said Monday. It appears that some people had only a five-minute warning Sunday afternoon […]
Bay Arts Alliance Bringing Stars of HOPE® to Bay County Hurricane Survivors
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media contacts: Dixie Clough / Bay Arts Alliance / dixie@bayarts.org / 202-560-2773 Stephanie Wray / Stars of HOPE® / stephanie@starsofhopeusa.org / 469-556-3965 Sharon Michalik / Bay County School District / michasj@bay.k12.fl.us / 850-767-4278 Bay Arts Alliance Bringing Stars of HOPE® to Bay County Hurricane Survivors PANAMA CITY, Florida (January 21, 2019) […]
David Posnak Jewish Day School Pays It Forward in honor of Marjory Stoneman Douglas
Share This Post Share on facebook Share on linkedin Share on twitter Share on email February 14th, 2019 – It is said that teachers change the world. Michele Berstien is one of those teachers, a visual arts educator at the Posnak Jewish Day School. Drawn to the message and concept of Stars of HOPE Berstien […]
Stars of HOPE to Hurricane Michael Survivors
Share This Post Share on facebook Share on linkedin Share on twitter Share on email Panama City, Florida – On February 1st fifteen hundred bay county 5th-grade students created Stars of HOPE for there community. Painting colorful stars and messages of healing. That will be seen across the community. “After the hurricane, we knew that […]
A Wray of light is added to Stars of HOPE
December 1, 2018 – We are excited to announce a new team member to the Stars of HOPE family. Stephanie Wray ATR-P, LMHCI, YYT will assume the role of Stars of HOPE Program Manager. Stephanie joins after consulting as an art therapist and volunteering on multiple projects over the past year, connecting our mission with […]
San Bernardino Continues to Create Hope for Others
December 8th, 2018, San Bernardino, CA -Stars of HOPE®USA has attended San Bernardino’s Winter Wonderland Festival. Bringing hope to the community-at-large impacted by the senseless shooting on December 2nd, 2016. Honoring the lives taken and continue the healing of survivors and family members. Volunteers joined from the local Humane Society and accompanied by survivors and […]
AATA Conference Attendees Send Stars of HOPE Following the Tallahassee Yoga Studio Shooting
January 3, 2019 | By Stephanie Wray, ATR-P, LMHC Intern Every year at the annual conference of the American Art Therapy Association, attendees are invited to create artwork in the open studio — a wonderful way to step back and process during the intensive days of learning. At the 2018 conference held in Miami, attendees were invited to […]
Education Funding Partners: 7 Easy Ways for Your Classroom & Students to Give Back this Holiday Season
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]By Christine Dickson For those who are happy and healthy, the holiday season is certainly the most wonderful time of the year. Full of vacation time, family gatherings, food, and presents, the holidays seem to pack everything we enjoy the most about life into the span of a couple months. And the magic and happiness we […]
The Renewal Project: 5 stories that show how the arts can help communities thrive
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]By Travis Marshall, The Renewal Project Looking back at all the stories we featured in 2018, it’s clear that art wields a unique power to affect change by connecting people in deep and meaningful ways. Whether it’s reflecting a community’s own values in surprising ways, or instilling hope and confidence in the next generation, these […]
Better to Give Than Receive
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We love this Story of HOPE submitted by Julie Levinson from the Epstein Hillel School in Massachusetts. We are thankful for these awesome students and their teacher who wanted to bring hope to those who need it the most! Fourth graders at Epstein Hillel School in Marblehead, Massachusetts know that they have a lot to be […]
Responding to Hate with Hope
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] In the last couple of months, several mass tragedies have devastated our nation. In October, 11 people were killed in a mass shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh. In November, 12 people were gunned down in at a bar in Thousand Oaks, California and 2 more were killed at a yoga […]