2011 Star Of Hope Christmas Catalog

Turn a Season of Despair into a Holiday of Hope

With more and more families in crisis in Houston these days, kind-hearted people constantly ask me, “What can I do to make a difference?”

So we've prepared this 2011 Christmas Gift Catalog for you, to show you six wonderful ways to give a gift of eternal significance this Christmas season. Each of these gifts represents one of the most crucial needs of thousands of men, women and children right here in our own community.

After you’ve chosen one or more items for you and your family to give this year, please share the catalog with your neighbors, coworkers and church. So many people are searching for a meaningful gift to give this year. Through this catalog, you'll give them that opportunity . . . and help out even more of the hungry and homeless among us.

On behalf of everyone at Star of Hope, thank you for changing the lives of our neighbors in need. May God give you a holiday season filled with blessings!

Gifts that Honor and Help

Remember family or close friends, business acquaintances or next door neighbors with a gift that honors them while helping others. At your instruction, we’ll send an acknowledgement card through the mail (download mail-in form), notifying them of the tremendous good you've made possible in their name. Or, you can select a gift opportunity below, donate online and send them an eCard.

Gifts of Daily Bread: Food

Hope begins on a full stomach. Hungry children can’t focus in school. Men and women worried about daily food can’t make plans and work toward a better future. You can help stop hunger in Houston for just $1.80 per meal.
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Gifts of Hope: Shelter & Care

From a healthy breakfast to a safe night’s sleep in a clean bed, your gift of a full day of care will tell someone in need that you believe they deserve a fresh start. Whether they’re with us for one night or for a long term recovery program — men, women and children will feel the encouragement of your generosity. And you can give one person a whole 24 hours of safety, dignity and comprehensive care including meals, clothing, education and counseling for only $52.74.
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Gifts of Safety: Children’s Critical Care

On any given day, Star of Hope is “home” to as many as 275 boys and girls under 18 — including dozens of infants. They’re the smallest, and most innocent victims of poverty. Your gift will ensure we’ll be there for each one at their point of crisis . . . offering food, shelter, day care and lots of love.
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Gifts of a Future: Education

Many of our guests are trapped in the generational cycle of poverty because of a lack of education. But you can help break that cycle for whole families with a gift of educational supplies, tutoring or help to achieve a GED. Education becomes the firm foundation for a better job, a more stable life . . . and a brighter future.
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Gifts for the Soul: Spiritual Care

Lasting life change starts from within . . . with the wounds of the past healed by God’s love, and a new heart and mind. At Star of Hope, we offer each guest and resident the life-transforming message that they are infinitely precious to God, and that He wants to help them fulfill His wonderful plan for their lives. Your gift helps provide: Bibles and Bible studies, 12-step resources and spiritual retreats.
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Gifts of Joy: Christmas Gifts

Christmas can be a time of great sadness for our guests and residents, as the rest of us celebrate our blessings with family and friends. Your gift will place Christmas presents in their hands this holiday season, to warm their souls and bring joy to their hearts. It will also be a reminder that God has given all of us the very greatest gift . . . His Son!
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Every gift to Star of Hope represents a gift to our ministry of serving Houston’s poor and homeless. Gifts designated for a particular service are used as requested until that need is fully met. Any remaining money is put to use where it is needed most. All gifts are tax-deductible.