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The Hope Center for Children was recently formed when two strong organizations, the Ellen Hines Smith Girls' Home and the Children Shelter of the Upstate, combined forces to provide a broader array of services to meet the needs of children and families in our community.

Donate

Make your donation go further! An anonymous donor has pledged to give $1 for every $2 donated by May 31, up to $20,000. Giving is easy! Simply click the donate button and enter any amount you would like to give, putting "match challenge" in the notes field. Just like that, your gift will be matched by 50 percent!

Volunteer

Dedicated volunteers are a vital part of the Hope Center for Children! Find out how you can get involved and make a difference in the lives of the children and families we serve.

Referrals

Does your agency have a child that needs placement or a family in crisis? Find our more about our services.


The Hope Center for Children's mission is to break the cycle of abuse and neglect and build stable, healthy families.