Project Hope is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides free, confidential services to victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and stalking throughout Gunnison and Hinsdale Counties. We are the only agency providing these specialized services across both counties.
Loretta* called our crisis line scared, beaten, strangled, and abandoned by her partner the night before. Confused and frightened for her life she trusted Project Hope. We welcomed her into our office providing counsel, support, and a safe place.
We empowered her to see her options and to plan what would be best for her. We provided her with shelter, eventually helping her relocate to a new state. She moved closer to her support system of family and friends. We remain grateful for her trust and the opportunity to support her reclaiming her new life.
All of our clients face a daunting journey as they settle into life after abuse. It's overwhelming and intimidating to navigate their newfound independence. With the necessary help and encouragement, survivors re-establish themselves and live a life free from abuse. Healing begins with a glimmer of hope.
* Names have been changed to ensure confidentiality.
Project Hope of Gunnison Valley's mission is to support, educate and provide confidential advocacy to individuals affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and stalking.
Project Hope received its start in 1985 when a local homeowner donated his home to be used as a shelter for battered women and their children. The shelter was known as Jubilee House. In 1992, the organization obtained non-profit status and continued working and expanding services in the community to support those affected by domestic violence and/or sexual assault. Jubilee House had to close the doors to its shelter due to the cost of running one. Jubilee House began utilizing local hotels and private safe homes to provide temporary shelter for those in need. The organization underwent a name change in 2012 to better reflect the lack of a shelter. In 2014 the organization's board of directors decided to merge with another non-profit that was also offering services for victims. The hope was to consolidate services and to expand funding for those in need.
Services we provide include, but are not limited to; 24/7 crisis line, safety planning, crisis intervention, court advocacy, referrals, protection order assistance, food/clothing, transportation, emergency shelter, follow-up/support, education and outreach. Our services are available to men, women and children in the area (resident or not), they are free, confidential and a victim does not have to make a report to law enforcement to receive services.
Organization name
Project Hope of Gunnison Valley
other names
Jubilee House of Gunnison County Inc., Gunnison/Hinsdale Confidential Advocacy Center
1984
Tax id (EIN)
84-1127292
Category
Human Services
Organization Size
Medium Organization
Address
PO Box 1812Gunnison County, CO, US
Hinsdale County, CO, US