Sister Claudia Burke Center for Hope

In a city that helped build America, hope is often in short supply. Jobs are scarce – violence, illiteracy, and crime are prevalent. Young people are being raised in an environment of poverty and despair.  Anxiety, joblessness and poverty – all contributors to depression and domestic violence – are destroying families. Clearly, help is needed. For many, the Center for Hope is the beginning of a new path to recovery, offering access to counseling and mental health services, substance use treatment and recovery, housing assistance and referrals for food and furniture. The Center for Hope offers just that - hope for each new day that comes.

Community Closet

Personal needs items such as toothpaste, shampoo, diapers, formula, and toilet paper, as well as clothing and household goods, are distributed to those in need.
Hours: Monday – Friday
Personal Care Items 9:30 am – 12:00 pm (Guests may shop once every 30 days.)
Clothing-Household Goods 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm (Guests may shop 2 times per month.)
For more information please call (810) 265-7025

Laundry Room

The Laundry Room is open Monday through Friday by appointment only. Guests are eligible for 2 laundry appointments per month, 2 loads per appointment, or families of 5 or more may use two time slots. (4 loads).

Shower Room

Showers are scheduled on Monday and Tuesday mornings by appointment only. Appointments may be scheduled at the Community Closet Check-in Desk.

Soup Kitchen

Hot, balanced meals are served daily (including holidays) 12:00 pm-1:00 pm
 812 Root Street, Flint
(810) 265-7025

St. Christopher Medical Transport

Provides free medical transportation for children in need. For more information about this service please contact: (810) 265-7025

Cooling Center

Our Cooling Center is open when the heat index is 85 degrees by noon.
Center for Hope 12:00 - 3:00 pm