Hope Empowerment Inc

Who We Are

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Our Commitment

Empowering Students. Cultivating Futures.

Hope Empowerment Inc. is a faith-driven nonprofit dedicated to transforming K-12 students through immersive education, mentorship, and hands-on learning. With a focus on Faith, Education, and Health, we create academic breakthroughs and lifelong impact.

We’re Growing Brighter Futures—One Student at a Time.

We believe every child deserves more than just a seat in the classroom — they deserve a chance to thrive. That’s why we use literacy, STEM, and our signature Garden Learning Program to unlock a love for learning that lasts a lifetime. Through daily reflection, academic support, and intentional mentorship, we help students rise from falling behind to soaring ahead.

The foundation of everything we do at Hope Empowerment Inc.

Our Pillars of Impact

  • Fortitude

    We begin each day with reflection and intention, building inner strength and resilience in every student.  Through values-driven guidance, we help students stand firm in who they are — and who they’re becoming.

  • Education

    We specialize in helping students meet — and exceed — grade-level expectations through immersive learning, literacy-focused instruction, and hands-on experiences like our signature Garden Learning Program.

  • Health

    From nutrition education to mental wellness support, we promote healthy habits that set students up for long-term success — in school and in life.


Meet the Founders

Aaron and Berinda Eugene

Aaron and Berinda Eugene are the visionary couple behind Hope Empowerment Inc., a faith-led nonprofit transforming the lives of K–12 students through education, mentorship, and immersive learning. But before classrooms and curriculums, the Eugenes were feeding souls—literally.

As the former owners of a beloved soul food restaurant, they spent years pouring love into every plate and building deep ties within their community. It was in that kitchen—where comfort met culture—that their heart for people began to expand beyond food and into purpose. They didn’t just serve meals; they served hope.

Mr. Eugene, known for his steady spirit and passion for gardening, now brings those same nurturing skills to Hope Empowerment’s Garden Learning Program. His love for growing things—whether it be peppers or potential—infuses the program with life and legacy.

Mrs. Eugene, a dynamic educator and mentor, carries a bold yet nurturing approach. With a gift for reaching struggling students and igniting a love for learning, she’s helped many children go from falling behind to reading, thriving, and even pursuing professional degrees.

Together, the Eugenes have built more than a program—they’ve built a movement. Grounded in Fortitude, Education, and Health, Hope Empowerment Inc. reflects their unwavering belief that with the right support, every child can rise.

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S.T.E.M. & Literacy Focus
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of students reach proficiency within one academic year
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families benefited from mentorship and literacy intervention services.
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parents report improvement in their child’s attitude toward learning.
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