Giving hope – that’s what Loisann’s Hope House does best. Stories of hope are what help sustain us during difficult times. Our community comes together, inspired, when we work together to give others a hand up — not just a hand out — to end homelessness, and a real chance for a brighter future.
Loisann’s Hope House is the Fredericksburg region’s oldest and largest family homeless shelter. Our mission is to break the cycle of homelessness one family at a time, and our vision is No Family Homeless. Our guiding principles are five-fold:
- Everyone deserves hope
- Relentless commitment to family
- Tough love without judgement
- Education for independence
- Accountability with care
Our team is recognized throughout the region and state as leaders in making a difference.
Our organization supports four core programs to mitigate homelessness: Emergency Shelter, Rapid Rehousing, Homelessness Helpline, Diversion, and FredPrevent - Prevention. Please click on "Our Programs" at the top to learn more about these services.
Our Staff
Our Board
Adam Fried
Chair
Atlantic Builders
Jeff Small
Vice Chair
Rio Car Washes
Michael Adams
Board Member
JON Properties
Heather Cohen
Board Member
ILM Corporation
Crystal Harmon
Board Member
Federal Government
Walt Kiwall
Board Member
Kiwall Business Solutions
Howard Owen
Board Member
Stafford Printing
Cassie Payne
Board Member
Pfizer Vaccines
Beth Sinkler
Board Member
Maximus
Thomas Tomzak
Board Member
Rappahannock Area Health District
Michael Trivett
Board Member
Ashley Furniture Homestores and Trivett Furniture
Our Partners
Thurman Brisben Center (TBC)
An Emergency Shelter that provides at-risk and homeless men, women and children with appropriate and essential shelter and services for 90 days.
(540) 899-9853
Empowerhouse (formerly RCDV)
An Emergency Shelter that provides at-risk and homeless men, women and children with appropriate and essential shelter and services for 90 days.
(540) 899-9853
Micah Ecumenical Ministries
A Chronic Homeless Program - a Christ-centered ministry, supports people experiencing chronic homelessness. Increases homeless access to employment, housing, healthcare, and education. Work includes basic needs center; cold weather shelter; respite house; housing support; volunteerism.
(540) 479-4116
Rappahannock United Way
Mobilizes the caring power of communities. It invests your contributions in what matters most: solutions and services that improve lives and community conditions.
(540) 373-0041
George Washington Regional Commission
The lead agency of the Fredericksburg Continuum of Care that serves as a network of organizations, community residents, and businesses that coordinates initiatives with the primary goal of ending homelessness in the George Washington Region (Planning District 16).
