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Monday 9am - 7pm Tuesday 9am - 7pm Wednesday 9am - 7pm Thursday 9am - 7pm Friday 9am - 5pm

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Our mission is to strengthen families by inspiring courage and confidence to make a lasting change.

10/31/2026

10/28/2026

Wishlist Wednesday: Share the Warmth!

Cleaning out your kids closets? Those outgrown winter clothes could make a big difference for a local family!

HopesCloset is in need of winter clothing, especially pants, in sizes 12 months to 3T, youth 4 to18/20, and teen boys XS to S.

💛 Want to help? Donate gently used winter clothing or shop our Amazon Wishlist!

🛒 Shop our Amazon Wishlist: https://a.co/03ZM35ZM

Items purchased from our wishlist ship directly to HopeSparks, making it easy to give!

📍 Donating Clothing? Donations are accepted by appointment. To schedule a drop off, please contact:

Pati West, HopesCloset Coordinator
📧 [email protected]

Every donation helps keep local children warm this winter! 💙

10/23/2026

This week, we’re delighted to share some wonderful news!

Please join us in congratulating our very own Rosario Bautista Gonzalez of Family Support Services, who received the Healthcare Leadership Award at UW Tacoma’s Celebrando Comunidad celebration last Friday night!

Rosario, this recognition is so well deserved. The compassion, commitment, and leadership you bring to families every day reflect the mission and values of HopeSparks.

We are so proud of you and the entire FSS team, and we are grateful for all you do for our community!

10/21/2026

Wishlist Wednesday: A Little Extra Goes a Long Way!

Next time you're out shopping, keep HopeSparks in mind!

See a great sale? Have room in your cart for a few extra items? Those small acts of generosity can make a BIG difference for the children and families we serve.

This week, we're looking for everyday essentials like:

🧼 Household cleaning supplies
🧺 Unscented laundry detergent
🫧 Shampoo and conditioner
💙 Deodorant and other personal care items

Can't make it to the store? You can still help! Shop our Amazon Wishlist and have much-needed essentials delivered directly to HopeSparks!

🛒 Shop our Amazon Wishlist: https://a.co/0hnW24wb

Thank you for helping us keep our shelves stocked and supporting local families, one essential item at a time! 💙

10/16/2026

Big adventures for little explorers! 🦋💛

Sometimes, the best part of the day is simply getting out of the house, meeting new friends, and watching your little one explore!

At HopeSparks, our All-Inclusive Playground is a welcoming space where children ages 6 and under can play, discover, and just be kids.

Whether it's your first visit or you're one of our regulars, we'd love to see you!

📍 3408 S Union Ave, Tacoma, WA 98409

📞 (253) 565-4887

🕒 Playground Hours:
Monday: 11:30 AM – 3 PM
Tuesday – Friday: 9 AM – 3 PM

💬 Parents and caregivers, we'd love to know! What's your little one's favorite thing to do at the playground?

10/14/2026

Wishlist Wednesday is here!

Each Wednesday, we’ll be sharing some of the items our programs need most so our community knows exactly how they can help.

This week, HopesCloset is especially in need of gently used or new children’s clothing in sizes:
👕 18–24 months
👕 2T
👕 3T
👕 4T

We’re also always grateful for donations of basic needs items for the children and families we serve.

Shop Clothing Amazon Wishlist:
https://a.co/03ZM35ZM

Basic Needs Amazon Wishlist: https://a.co/079Jbb0v

Every item helps us provide essentials to children and families in our community. Thank you for supporting HopeSparks!

10/12/2026

In recognition of Indigenous Peoples Day, HopeSparks offices are closed today October 12, 2026.

Today, we honor Indigenous Peoples, cultures, and communities.

We will resume regular business hours tomorrow.

10/10/2026

Hope. Healing. Support.

Mental health is about more than how we feel. It's about having the support, relationships, and resources we need to grow, connect, and thrive.

At HopeSparks, we believe that supporting mental health means supporting the whole family.

That's why our work focuses on three important areas:

🧡 Early Intervention: Helping children get the support they need during their earliest years of development.

💙 Behavioral Health: Supporting children and families as they navigate challenges, strengthen relationships, and build emotional well-being.

💛 Family Stability: Connecting families with essential resources and support to create a stronger foundation for the future.

Because when children receive support early, mental health is prioritized, and families have the resources they need, brighter futures become possible.

This World Mental Health Day, we're reminding our community that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, and every family deserves support along the way.

Share this message and help us spread awareness about the importance of mental health at every age.

10/09/2026

📸 The pictures are in, and what a night it was! ✨

We're still smiling looking back at all the wonderful moments from this year's Lighting the Way Dinner & Auction!

A huge thank you to everyone who made the evening so special. We couldn't have done it without you! 💛

Here's a little look back at the night. See a familiar face? Tag them in the comments!

Address

6424 N 9th Street
Tacoma, WA
98406

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 7pm
Tuesday	9am - 7pm
Wednesday	9am - 7pm
Thursday	9am - 7pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+12535654484

Website

http://hopesparks.org/donate/

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