Hospitality House of Charlotte

A huge thank you to Jaela for spending her summer volunteering with us at HHOC! From helping manage the front desk to organizing donations, Jaela's hard work and dedication made a significant impact on the House and HHOC guests. We’re so grateful for all her contributions and wish her an amazing year ahead in school! ❤️

Today, we celebrate Beau Samples' second HHOC anniversary! 🎉 Over the past two years, Beau has been our Senior Operations Manager, ensuring that HHOC runs seamlessly every day. Beau’s dedication and attention to detail have made a significant impact on everyone at the House. He finds the most rewarding part of his role is hearing the gratitude from our guests. Beau shared, “Nearly every single day, patients and caregivers express their gratitude for the work that we do. They shower us in ‘thanks’ and brighten our day, even when they're going through challenging situations.” One of Beau’s proudest achievements was helping our team reach a milestone of 120 consecutive nights without an empty room, maximizing our ability to support families in need. He also values working with a diverse and talented team, noting, "I’ve learned how to manage a team that brings a range of experiences and skills to caring for our guests. I’m available to assist, but they’re the ones providing excellent care 24/7, 365 days a year!" Looking ahead, Beau is excited to continue expanding our visibility with hospital partners to help even more families. We’re so fortunate to have Beau as part of our team! Join us in congratulating him on this special milestone!

After 164 days at HHOC, Jahala and Terry truly became part of our HHOC family. They finally got to head home after Terry’s successful double transplant! ❤️ Throughout their stay, Jahala’s sweet personality and willingness to help others made a lasting impact on our staff. Natalie, one of our Operations Managers, said, “Jahala was always a smiling face, even during tough times.” John, our other Operations Manager, added, “No matter what she was dealing with, she remained positive. We’d talk about her worries, but she stayed upbeat. She even managed to keep up with work every single day she was here. That was truly impressive.” We’re missing them already, but we’re so excited for their continued health and healing.

Last week, a beautiful new piece of artwork was dropped off at the House! Darby, a sophomore at UNC Chapel Hill and the creator of Doing Our pART, crafted this custom piece inspired by the Charlotte skyline and our HHOC colors. Doing Our pART is a charitable organization that Darby founded to create and donate art to local nonprofits and volunteer services. "I wanted to create something that could add to this safe and supportive environment. Combining my passion for art with giving back to the community through Doing Our pART has been incredibly fulfilling," shares Darby. We are so grateful for this new addition to the House. Thank you, Darby! ❤️

Meet Katharine Plante, the President of our young professionals group, HHYP! ❤️ Kat's time with HHOC began almost three years ago when she was drawn to the House’s mission and the compassionate community that supports it. As the President of the Hospitality House Young Professionals, Kat leads the program with enthusiasm, overseeing volunteer initiatives, recruitment, member engagement, and fundraising efforts. Her leadership has been instrumental in fostering a strong, motivated group of young professionals dedicated to supporting HHOC’s mission. One of Kat's most rewarding experiences with HHYP has been interacting with the guests at HHOC. She finds joy in hearing their stories and witnessing the comfort and relief they experience while staying at the House. “There are so many times when they are expressing their gratitude for the house; it makes my heart smile!” she shared. According to Kat, what sets HHOC apart is the power of the people who believe in and support the mission. Her hopes for the future of HHOC and HHYP include growth in the number of guests served and HHYP members. Katharine’s message to the community is, “Never take your health or your situation for granted. There is good in the world & it is so important to be a part of it.” We are so grateful for Kat's leadership and dedication to HHOC. Thank you for all that you do Kat!

This wonderful group of friends first came together to volunteer at HHOC 13 years ago. Over the years, their friendship has only grown stronger as they continue to meet up, catch up, and volunteer at various organizations. Last week, they returned to HHOC to prepare a meal and make a difference once again. ❤️ Interested in volunteering with your friends? Sign up today and be part of something special! https://lnkd.in/eXZrnCAH

Happy National Nonprofit Day from Hospitality House of Charlotte! We're proud to be part of a community dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those we serve. Thank you for your continued support in helping us provide comfort, care, and compassion to families in medical crisis. ❤️ Looking for ways to make a difference today? Here are a few ways that you can help: Make a Monetary Donation 💰 When you contribute to Hospitality House of Charlotte, you give families hope and comfort during difficult medical journeys. Contributions help cover important necessities like  food for guests, laundry resources, utility costs, and more Supply an In-Kind Donation 📦 Keeping our 20-bedroom House comfortable for families in medical crisis requires many supplies. Hold a supply drive or shop our wish lists to provide patients and caregivers with daily essentials. Take the Time to Volunteer 🤝 Your time and effort are invaluable! We're always looking for volunteers to prepare meals for our guests, work in our yard, or help fold clean linens. Share a Story 📣 Share our posts on social media and tell your friends and family about who we are and what we do. Thank you for supporting our mission at Hospitality House of Charlotte! #NationalNonprofitDay

🛒Planning a weekend shopping trip? Consider picking up a few items for the House! We're in need of meal containers, napkins, forks, and individual cereal packs. These supplies are essential to keeping our kitchen stocked with everything guests might need. 📦✨Check out our Amazon Wishlist today! https://a.co/f5zOmV1 Deliveries or drop-offs at the House are always welcome. Your support truly makes a difference!

Thank you to the team from Central Piedmont Community College for joining us to prepare casseroles! Your efforts help ensure that even on days without volunteers, our guests can still enjoy a homemade meal. We appreciate your dedication to supporting patients and families in need! ❤️

Have you been a guest or volunteer at the House? We’d love to hear your story and your shoutouts to our amazing supporters! Share your experience and leave us a Google review today! ❤️ https://lnkd.in/eF7ATati