Meet the Team Behind HOPE

Discover the dedicated team driving our mission to help others effectively through economic empowerment and education.

Empowering

Innovative

Dedicated Leadership

Our Dedicated Team

Susan Dolphin

Susan Dolphin

Executive Director

Tim Howard

Tim Howard

Volunteer Coordinator

Ja'Lryic Hammond

Ja'Lryic Hammond

Program Manager-Jump Start

Rubylyn Helms

Rubylyn Helms

Community Engagement

Rholanda Jones

Rholanda Jones

Program Manager - Bounce Back

Kelsey Gregory

Kelsey Gregory

Bookkeeper

Jacob Cummins

Jacob Cummins

Food Operations Manager

Athena Ciulla, Nutramax Laboratories

Board Chair

Nikki Johnson, Mass Mutual

Board Member

Tom Lever, City of Lancaster

Vice Chair

Dr. Crystal Maxwell, LIGHT Family Wellness

Board Member

Jodie Plyler, First Palmetto Bank

Treasurer

Quincy Reed, LCWSD

Board Member

Pat Clancy, Community Member

Secretary

Jamie Reidy, Repaired & Restored

Board Member

Gabrielle Alexander, Allstate Insurance

Board Member

Steve Willis, Lancaster County

Board Member

Jerry Garcia, Piece by Piece Strategy LLC

Board Member

2025

MUSC Community Partner Award

Recognized for outstanding contributions to local community development and support initiatives.

2026

Candid Platinum Transparency

 Top-tier commitment to accountability by sharing comprehensive impact data, strategies, and board demographics.

Since 2022

Together SC Member

Joinging other Non-Profit Leaders  to strengthen the states entire nonprofit community to further empower Souh Carolina residents. 

Voices of Our Community

“The dedication of the staff and volunteers at HOPE In Lancaster has been transformational. Their commitment to helping others is truly inspiring.”

Janice H, Lancaster Resident

“Thanks to the leadership at HOPE In Lancaster, countless families have found the support they need. Their impact is immeasurable.”

Robert D, Stakeholder

“HOPE ‘s board members are committed to supporting the residents of Lancaster County. Their efforts are deeply appreciated.”

Kayla P, Lancaster Resident

Phone

(803) 286-4673

Mailing Address

PO Box 166,                  Lancaster SC 29720

Physical Address

2008 Pageland Hwy, Lancaster, SC 29720

Join Us in inspiring HOPE

We invite you to learn more about how you can connect with HOPE. Whether through volunteering, donations, or partnerships, your involvement makes a significant impact.  How will you inspire HOPE…

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