VISION
Mothers of Hope empowers and strengthens women, families, and communities to rise above the effects of substance use disorders, poverty,
violence and systemic inequities.
CORE VALUES
Hope
We believe hope can make a difference in even
the most hopeless situation. Hope is our foundation!
Sobriety
We believe the ultimate goal of offering hope to women (and men) with substance use disorder is to get them and their family to successful sobriety. We pride ourselves in being victorious over our substance use disorders!
Family
We believe there is nothing more powerful and important than stable, united, and strong families!
Relationships
We believe healthy and loving relationships should permeate every part of our community.
Integrity
We believe how we carry ourselves personally, professionally, and in business dealings must represent excellence at all times.
Education
We believe through education, our community is empowered and equipped with all the knowledge and resources available to guarantee a better quality of life.
Determination
We believe that when one door closes, another one will open! Determination keeps us moving forward in a positive and focused manner.
Love
We believe that at the core of all we do is LOVE! It is by, through, and with love, that we serve each other and our community effortlessly.
Meet The Team
Delores Johnson
Co-Founder & Recovery Program Manager
Gwendolyn Lanier
President & Co-Founder
Yolanda Dunigan
Vice President
Stephanie Williams
Executive Director
Amira Williams
Administrative Support Coordinator
Jakayla Lipsey
Community Outreach Coordinator
Adaisha Heidtman
Peer Support Navigator
Pat Maye
Board Member
Christine Beverly
Board Member
Don Cooley
Board Member
Arion Brown
Board Member
Our Partners
Prince of Peace (ELCA)
Dr. Michael Liepman Family Fund
Kalamazoo United Day of Service (KUDOS)