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About Us

WHO WE ARE

Hillsborough House of Hope provides temporary shelter and support to women transitioning from incarceration, substance abuse, or domestic violence to productive, self-sustaining community life while unifying with their children and families.

With the combined support of local partners and in collaboration with community friends, Hillsborough House of Hope addresses the immediate essential needs for women in transition, such as living accommodations, individual and group therapy, and job assistance. Women that participate in the Hillsborough House of Hope program are presented with the opportunity to start the healing process in a safe environment dedicated to helping them make progress and achieve success.

ABOUT MARGARET PALMER - FOUNDER

For years, Margaret Palmer was a volunteer counselor for women serving time in Hillsborough County Correctional Facilities. Over the course of her efforts, she witnessed many women make significant progress in their lives while incarcerated and leave the system, only to return after failing to find outside support systems that could help them during their transition into society.

A Christian woman, Margaret turned to the word of God for guidance to help these women permanently leave a negative cycle. The Lord provided Margaret with the courage and foresight to establish Hillsborough House of Hope. She worked diligently to build a strong foundation for women seeking guidance, support and a chance to build new lives for themselves.

Since 1998, Hillsborough House of Hope has served as a beacon of hope for many women living in the Tampa Bay area. We are thankful for the countless community partners working with us to ensure Margaret’s vision remains a lasting legacy.

ABOUT LINDA WALKER - PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Linda Walker is the Program Director at Hillsborough House of Hope Inc. She is the author of Boundaries ANEW which was written to assist and guide recovering addicts and alcoholics in everyday life on life term decisions to help keep them on track. She was a former Board member of Homeless Coalition, recipient of the Directors Leadership Award from the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation, recipient of the Community Champion Award from Molina Health care, and recipient for the Unsung Heroine Award from the National Coalition of 100 Black Women.

THANKS TO OUR 2024 / 2025 SPONSORS
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HILLSBOROUGH HOUSE OF HOPE
"2025 HERO"

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The Gagnon Family Foundation Inc.

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HILLSBOROUGH HOUSE OF HOPE
"2024 HERO"

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OUR 4 CORE VALUES

Dedicated to sheltering and supporting those in need

Respectful of women from all backgrounds

Confident in the power of God to restore the human spirit

Committed to making a difference in the lives of the women we serve and our community

A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE.  REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. Registration Number CH14650

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