OUR HISTORY
Hope Village was founded by Bill and Lucille Williams in 1967 when they sought care for their daughter, Sally, who had been diagnosed as an infant with mental retardation. Dissatisfied with the few services available at that time, Mrs. Williams became the driving force behind the planning and building of Hope Village. She sought to create a place that would be a loving home for her daughter and others with similar disabilities. The first home was opened in 1970 with six residents.
Mr. and Mrs. Williams are no longer with us but for those whose lives have been touched by them through Hope Village, we are eternally grateful for their determination and commitment to make a better life with more opportunities for people with intellectual disabilities.









OUR TEAM
Each of our five residences is independent, self-sufficient and has a caring staff that is dedicated to our Villagers 24 hours a day. Our staff cultivates the sense that our Villagers are a part of a family by assisting each of them in reaching his or her full potential while providing loving support. By working together, staff can help the Villagers set goals to gain independence and give guidance whenever and wherever needed while encouraging them to become responsible, contributing members of the Hope Village Family.
Our adult Villagers attend the Developmental Center each weekday and receive education and job training from the wonderful staff in the work activity center, ceramic shop, computer lab and Tea Room. The staff of the Developmental Center also coordinate many activities for the Villagers including birthday parties, bowling, outdoor games, swimming, movies, shopping and day trips.
ADMINISTRATION

Sharon, Executive Director

Roger, Director of Operations

Kristina, Registered Nurse

Georgia, Director of Villager Development

Cynthia, Administrative Campus Lead
HOUSE MANAGERS

Risa – House 1

Norma – House 2

Tasha – House 3

Debra – House 4

Denzel – House 5
FUNDING
A testimony to private initiative, Hope Village has been built and maintained through donations from individuals, corporations and charitable foundations.
With a mission of providing affordable lifetime care to residents and respite care for mentally handicapped individuals and families from the community at large, Hope Village is heavily dependent upon annual contributions. The Foundation seeks to fund one-third of the $1,900,000 annual budget through donations.
Funding has been traditionally achieved through tuition and the income proceeds of a limited endowment. Hope Village has also received critical support from a dedicated group of businesses and individuals providing services, supplies and cash donations.
The average annual cost per resident at Hope Village is $34,800. Average annual tuition payments are $16,800 with the average subsidy from the Foundation being $18,000 per individual. Foundation funds come from endowment income and charitable giving received throughout the year.
There are many ways to support the Foundation for Hope Village and we welcome and need your time and commitment of resources.
The Foundation for Hope Village is a 501 (C) (3) Corporation and as such contributions are tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by law.
To discuss donation opportunities or send a donation directly, please contact us at:
The Foundation for Hope Village
15403 Hope Village Road
Friendswood, Texas 77546
(281) 482-7926
EIN: 74-6087577
Hope Village has a gold rating from GuideStar.
Click the Gold Seal below for more information about Hope Village’s financial operations.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Executive Director
Sharon Proulx
Board of Directors President
William G. Neumann
Vice President
Kim Brizendine
Secretary and Treasurer
Lois Lenox
Board Members
Eva deCardenas
Maurice Estlinbaum
Ed Hartman
Rebecca Hillenburg, Ed.D.
Reagan Ratcliff, OD
Marilyn S. Sims, Attorney at Law
Stuart C. Skeeter
Jim Stewart
Larry Taylor
Director Emeritus
C. Eugene Carlton, Jr. M.D.
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News
Chicken Coop Makes for Egg-citing Times at Hope Village
Thanks to the generosity of donors at the Hope Village Fish Fry on March 4, Hope Village launched its chicken coop program on Friday, March 10. Friday's debut saw the arrival of 26 hens and a rooster. The chicken coop will provide social and vocational opportunities...
Fun Friday Parties and Sponsorships
If you have ever spent time at Hope Village, then you know how much the Villagers love a good party with new and old friends alike. Some of their favorite memories on property include dance parties in the ballroom to their favorite country tunes, playing Bingo with...
Hope Village Launches Reverse Advent Calendar
When we think of our favorite Christmas traditions, one that immediately springs to mind is the advent calendar. The advent calendar is an opportunity to take a treat (often a piece of chocolate) and reflect each day on a scripture related to the birth of Jesus....