Our MissioN

The three words in our name, Run, Hope and Work, describe our program's unique, holistic approach. Run Hope Work prepares opportunity youth & young adults in DC, through fitness training, meditation, mental health support and workforce development. Our pre apprenticeship program provides industry leading certifications that help strengthen the employability profiles of our participants through vocational training and job placement to promote overall well-being and empower youth for long-term employment.  

WHAT WE DO

Program participants complete hundreds of hours of running, meditation and vocational training. Trades include drywall, painting, flooring, OSHA10 and more. The ultimate goal is for each youth to leave the program with a full-time job but more importantly to ensure they have a plan for themselves and a positive sense of self.

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RUN

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HOPE

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WORK

Participants Testimonials

"It’s been hard but it helps you out a lot."

-Rondell

"After the meditation, I don’t think about what is holding me down anymore."

-Kenan

"I enjoyed the opportunity to see whether I wanted to do all the different trades. And at the end of the program, you come out of it with something."

-Miles

"The program brought back my motivation and work ethic, and gave me hope that I would actually have a career."

-Phillip

"RHW helped change my mindset on life and made me want to change other youth’s lives. The biggest thing I took from the program is to work smarter not harder and I’ve installed it into my everyday life."

-Antonio

We would love to hear

from you!

Your support is important to our work at RUN HOPE WORK. There are many ways you can contribute towards our cause and every little bit goes a long way in helping us fulfill our mission. Learn more about how you can get involved and take advantage of the opportunity to do good.

2001 Mississippi Avenue

Covenant House

Washington, DC 20020

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Tel: (202)288-8669

info@runhopework.org

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