At Operation HOPE, we measure success not just by the accolades we receive but by the lives we touch and the impact we create in underserved communities. That’s why it’s an incredible honor to announce that Operation HOPE has earned its 11th consecutive Four-Star rating from Charity Navigator, the nation’s most trusted evaluator of nonprofits.
This distinction is more than just a badge of honor—it’s a testament to our unwavering commitment to transparency, accountability, and financial stewardship. It tells our donors, partners, and communities that we are not just good at what we do; we are exceptional at how we do it.
Only a small percentage of nonprofits achieve this level of consistency and excellence. I’m so proud of the Operation HOPE team—the dedicated individuals who pour their hearts and minds into this mission every single day. This milestone belongs to them, to every partner who has believed in us, and to every community member who has trusted us to stand alongside them on their journey to financial dignity and empowerment.
Here’s what Operation HOPE achieved in 2024:
- Helped over 130,000 individuals move closer to financial independence.
- Improved client credit scores by an average of 39 points.
- Supported 64,000 small businesses nationwide.
Our work is guided by a simple but powerful idea: that free enterprise and capitalism can work for everyone, especially those who have been traditionally left behind. This Four-Star rating affirms that we’re not only staying true to this mission but doing so with integrity and excellence.
As we step into 2025, we remain laser-focused on expanding our footprint and deepening our impact through programs like:
- HOPE Inside, which provides financial coaching, credit counseling, and small business support.
- 1 Million Black Businesses (1MBB), an initiative to support Black entrepreneurship.
- Disaster Recovery and Resiliency, helping communities rebuild and thrive after crises.
To our partners, donors, and supporters: thank you for trusting us. Your belief in our mission fuels our work and ensures we can continue to uplift communities nationwide. And to everyone reading this, I invite you to join us:
- Partner with us to create new opportunities for economic empowerment.
- Donate to help us reach even more individuals and families.
- Spread the word about our mission to transform lives through financial literacy and dignity.
Let’s keep going. The work isn’t done yet.
To learn more about our Charity Navigator rating and how you can support Operation HOPE, visit Charity Navigator or OperationHOPE.org.
Together, we can make capitalism and free enterprise work for all.
Read the full press release here.