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The Power of Giving: What Your Donations Do

Writer: Travis ManintTravis Manint
Graduate in a green cap and gown holds a baby and diploma in a crowd. Joyful expression. Text on diploma reads "Slidell High School."

At One Way Love, every donation does more than cover a need—it changes a life.


For a teenager who has just been kicked out of their home, it means a safe place to sleep.


For a student struggling to stay in school, it means having the supplies and support they need to graduate.


For a young person trying to break the cycle of instability, it means mentorship, guidance, and a future to believe in.


When you give, you’re not just making a donation. You’re providing hope, stability, and opportunity.


And on March 22, 2025, at A Night of Hope, every ticket sold, every auction bid, and every sponsorship will directly fund these life-saving programs.


Here’s exactly how your generosity makes a difference.


$25 Provides Essential Needs for a Teen in Crisis


For a young person living on their own, even the smallest expenses can feel impossible.


A $25 donation can provide:

  • A hot meal for a student who would otherwise go hungry.

  • A bus pass so a teen can get to school or work.

  • A prepaid phone card to help a young person stay connected to critical resources.


It may not seem like much, but to a teen facing homelessness, it can be the difference between feeling invisible and knowing someone cares.


Donate $25 now – Small gifts make a big impact.


$50 Covers School Supplies and Basic Necessities


For many of the teens we serve, the stress of homelessness makes it nearly impossible to focus in school.


A $50 donation helps by providing:

  • School supplies like notebooks, backpacks, and pens.

  • Personal hygiene kits, ensuring students can attend school with confidence.

  • A warm coat or new pair of shoes for a young person without.


These small supports add up to something bigger—keeping kids in school and on the path to a better future.


Donate $50 now – Help a student stay in school.


$100 Covers Housing and Transportation Support


A single unexpected expense—a car repair, a lost paycheck, an overdue bill—can send a young person spiraling into crisis.


A $100 donation can provide:

  • A night of emergency housing for a teen with nowhere to go.

  • Gas cards to help a student get to work and maintain their independence.

  • A week’s worth of groceries for a young person struggling to afford food.


A little help at the right time can mean the difference between crisis and stability.


Donate $100 now – Give a young person a safety net.


$250 Supports Mentorship and Case Management


One of the most powerful tools for keeping young people on track is having a trusted mentor and a plan for their future.


A $250 donation helps fund:

  • One-on-one mentorship, connecting youth with caring adults.

  • Case management services, ensuring teens have long-term support.

  • Life skills training, including budgeting, job readiness, and goal-setting.


This is about more than survival—it’s about creating lasting change.


Donate $250 now – Invest in a teen’s future.


$500+ Provides Life-Changing Support


For young people without a support system, opportunity doesn’t come easy.


A $500+ donation can fund:

  • Driver’s education so a teen can earn their license and find employment.

  • A refurbished laptop, ensuring students have the technology they need for school and work.

  • Rental assistance, preventing youth from experiencing homelessness.


For many of the young people we serve, this support is the difference between falling through the cracks and getting a real chance at success.


Donate $500 or more – Make a life-changing impact.


The Impact of A Night of Hope


Last year, because of generous donors, sponsors, and attendees of A Night of Hope, we were able to:

  • Provide housing and rental assistance to families on the brink of homelessness.

  • Distribute laptops, school supplies, and essential items to youth in need.

  • Enroll young people in driver’s education programs to help them gain independence.

  • Connect dozens of teens with mentors who guided them through critical life transitions.


This is what your generosity makes possible. And at A Night of Hope 2025, we have the chance to do even more.


🎟 Get your ticket to A Night of Hope – Every seat funds life-saving support.

🤝 Become a sponsor – Partner with us to change lives.

💙 Make a donation – Your gift has real impact.


Your Gift is More Than a Donation—It’s Hope in Action


Every time you give, you’re telling a young person:


You are not alone.

You are valued.

Your future matters.


That’s the power of giving.


And that’s the power of A Night of Hope.


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