What Is The HOPE Fund, And How Can It Help?

The HOPE Fund

Financial need is often a hidden issue, especially in affluent communities like Sudbury. Whether through the loss of a job, partner, a sudden illness or simply an unanticipated expense, our neighbors may struggle in silence to make ends meet. Thanks to HOPEsudbury and the Power of Community, the HOPE Fund is here to help.

The HOPE Fund provides short-term financial assistance to Sudbury residents with emergency or unexpected financial need. Individuals may request up to $500 in assistance; families up to $1000. It is administered in confidence by the town social worker and funded by HOPEsudbury, a nonprofit organization.

In 2017, the HOPE Fund gave approximately $55,000 to Sudbury residents in financial need. Those needs included rent/mortgage, utilities, medical, and other expenses. The HOPE Fund has distributed over $500,000 since it was established in 2002.

For more information or seek assistance, contact Bethany Hadvab, Sudbury Town Social Worker, at (978) 440-5476.

HOPEsudbury is a grassroots, all volunteer, nonprofit organization designed to engage the people of Sudbury in community-wide efforts to support people in need, both at home and abroad. For more information on The HOPE Fund and HOPEsudbury, go to hopesudbury.org. Like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter.