Our Story
After dedicating a combined total of over 80 years to service and volunteering, Robin and Reneé, found themselves constantly being contacted by individuals and organizations who had started a business or nonprofit but were struggling and in need of resources and advice. Their wealth of expertise made them highly sought-after as instructors and consultants by a wide range of local and national organizations, churches, sororities, and fraternities. Through their interactions, they came to realize that many of those seeking help were single mothers, disabled women, and women of color, each grappling with the effects of low self-esteem, discrimination, and financial difficulties resulting from a lack of knowledge about available resources. In response to these pressing needs, Robin and Reneé took decisive action and founded Rekindle Hope with the mission of providing assistance, empowerment, education, and resources to as many women as possible. Collectively, Robin and Reneé have secured over $750,000 in grants for local nonprofits.
What We Do
We are deeply committed to empowering black, Indigenous, other women of color, and disabled women by providing them with the education, resources, and opportunities necessary for a better quality of life. We are dedicated to empowering women by providing comprehensive guidance and support in their entrepreneurial journey. Our program is tailored to help women develop essential entrepreneurial skills, refine business processes, and bring their business ideas to life through a systematic approach that includes thorough development, testing, and launch phases. We cover a wide range of essential topics, including but not limited to business etiquette, protocols, and networking, offering a holistic approach to building a successful enterprise. Our practical assistance extends to helping women establish strong policies and procedures, navigate through necessary business documentation, and offer ongoing support during the critical initial phases, including the first 30, 60, and 90 days after the launch of their business.
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Mission
We dedicate ourselves to inspiring hope, nurturing dreams, and changing lives through access to education, opportunity, and resources, ultimately leading to an elevated quality of life.
Vision
To foster an environment of inclusivity where women of color and disabled women can establish and expand sustainable, self-fulfilling business enterprises.
Core Values
Integrity
We wholeheartedly commit to acting ethically and transparently in all of our interactions, prioritizing doing the right thing over personal gain.
Accountability
We unreservedly commit to owning the decisions made and their outcomes to foster a culture of trust.
Inclusion
We confidently commit to creating an environment where any individual or group can be and feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued to be their authentic selves.
Leadership
We steadfastly commit to serving the greater good, striving to make a positive impact on the world, leading by example, and developing, promoting, and sharing new ideas and programs.
Mentorship
We firmly commit to empowering individuals to gain confidence and self-esteem by providing the guidance, support, and insights needed to achieve their goals.
Adaptability
We commit to confidently facing challenging circumstances and continuously developing adaptability skills.
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Honesty
We unequivocally commit to being upfront, forthcoming, and transparent with information, insights, and processes.
Altruism
We resolutely commit to selflessness for the greater good of society.
Respect
We commit to rooting ourselves in our shared humanity and treating each other with kindness and compassion, even in the face of conflict.
Innovation
We boldly commit to challenging ourselves to see what's possible to better meet the needs of all who we serve.
Passion
We commit to expressing unwavering enthusiasm for shared goals and to excel in helping all who we serve find purpose in their dreams and lives.
