Open Hearts - Changing Lives
“One Person – One Family – One Heart” At a Time
Our Mission:
Is to instill within the local and regional areas, strategies, and provisions that will cultivate, establish, and innovate; social - economical - and community development. We are here to help teach, build, and restore when people are faced with daily challenges and obstacles. Open Hearts ~ Changing Lives is about restoring communities, one person, one family, one heart at a time.
Our Vision:
We can help others see hope and know that believing in yourself will take you further than anyone ever telling you, " You can't ." Helping them see that is showing love and understanding through Grace and Mercy. You do not have to be strong all the time. In fact, all you have to do is remember that you are loved. Our hope is to help you find your way to peace and comfort wherever you are in your journey. Always remember, when life doesn't turn out as you hoped or wanted; it doesn't make you any less of a person. Know that we will be here to wish you a journey of prosperity through the highest cloud.
Our Purpose:
To bring educational and economic development to those who need it most. Our hope is to help you find your way to peace and comfort. Wherever you are on your journey, always remember when life doesn’t turn out as you hoped; it doesn’t make you any less of a person. Know that we will be here to wish you a journey of prosperity through the clouds. We are here to be the second chance, providing care, understanding, support and unity.
Past event :
November 23, 2024: We had an amazing time at our recent fundraiser held at the fantastic Papa’s Place! The event was filled with laughter, joy, and a strong sense of community. Thanks to the incredible support from our attendees, we were able to raise significant funds that will go directly towards our programs and initiatives. A huge thank you to Papa’s Place for hosting us and to all our volunteers and donors who made this event possible. Your contributions are making a real difference, and we are deeply grateful for your continued support. Stay tuned for more updates and upcoming events. Together, we are making a difference!
October 5, 2024: OPEN HEARTS - CHANGING LIVES hosted a fantastic fundraiser at Papa’s Place, and we want to extend a huge thank you to our wonderful community for your incredible support! Your participation and generosity made this event a huge success. We hope you enjoyed the delicious Fried Chicken Sandwiches, Country Fried Pork Chops, Comfort Bowl Chicken Bog, and Sweet Treats. Every bite you took helped us make a difference, and we are deeply grateful for your contribution. We can’t wait to see you at our next event!Drag me to add paragraph to your block, write your own text and edit me.
August 30, 2024: We are overwhelmed with gratitude for the incredible support we received today. Your encouragement means the world to us, and we are proud to be part of such an amazing community. Special thanks to Cumberland County DSS, Hoke County License Plate Office, Hoke Tax Office, McKenzie’s Barbershop, Raeford Oil for donating the propane, Sheriff Roderick Virgil, and Tire Shack. Your support was instrumental in making our event a success, and all our friends and family who joined us. A very special thank you to Temple Baptist for hosting us today. Your support was instrumental in making our event a success. Stay tuned for details on our next plate sale, coming soon! Proceeds will benefit a Scholarship Award for two Hoke County students from the class of 2025, with applications opening in December 2024.
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March 30, 2024: Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Open Hearts, Changing Lives Easter Fundraiser at Papa’s Place’s 3rd Annual Easter Extravaganza. Your support and participation made this event a success! We are deeply grateful for your continued support and generosity. Your contributions are changing lives and making a positive impact in our community. We look forward to seeing you at our future events
February 3, 2023: A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made the Open Hearts Changing Lives' Yard Sale & Chicken Bog Bowl Fundraiser on, an extraordinary success! Papa's Place, your generosity as our venue host made the day possible. To the amazing community members who joined, donated, and supported, you positively filled the event. Together, we raised crucial funds benefiting the homeless and future programs. Your kindness has a lasting impact, proving that when hearts unite, we create meaningful change. Stay tuned for more updates on the incredible journey we're embarking on together!
December 10, 2023, our organization collaborated with 4 Him Christian Ministries to support the homeless in our community. Our dedicated team of volunteers and staff worked together to distribute over 40 meals. But our efforts went beyond just providing food. We also assembled care packages filled with essential items, aiming to meet the diverse needs of those we were helping. Furthermore, we provided sleeping bags, blankets, and tents, offering much-needed warmth and shelter. This event was a testament to our commitment to community service and the power of partnership. It underscored our ongoing dedication to serving those in need and highlighted the significant impact we can make when we unite for a common cause.