ABOUT
“EMPOWERING THE NEXT GENERATION THROUGH VISION, RESILIENCE, AND OPPORTUNITY”
WHO WE ARE
The Designing Hope Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals through education, entrepreneurship, and innovation. Founded by award-winning designer and philanthropist Linda Rowe Thomas, the Foundation creates access to opportunity for underserved individuals through hands-on training, mentorship, and community development programs in Cass, Bowie and Hopkins counties..
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From entrepreneurship accelerators and digital literacy workshops to inclusive innovation initiatives, the Foundation bridges creativity and technology to help people build sustainable futures. Guided by a belief that every dream deserves a foundation, Designing Hope transforms potential into purpose — designing brighter, more equitable communities for all.
OUR VISION
To create a future where every individual, regardless of background or ability, has access to the tools, training, and support needed to thrive.
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The Designing Hope Foundation envisions inclusive communities driven by innovation, equity, and collaboration — where education, entrepreneurship, and compassion work hand in hand to shape a better, more connected world.
OUR MISSION
The Designing Hope Foundation empowers individuals and communities to break barriers, build businesses, and create lasting impact through education, innovation, and opportunity.
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By integrating entrepreneurship, technology, and mentorship — including inclusive programs for women, youth, and neurodiverse individuals — the Foundation transforms potential into purpose and designs hope for generations to come.
WHO WE SERVE