Ways that YOU have given Hope!

There are moments in life when courage means taking the first step into the unknown. Right now, our friend Britteny, a mother of 8 children is doing exactly that. After enduring years in an abusive relationship, she made the incredibly difficult decision to leave and create a safe environment for herself and her children. She found a secure place where she can start over and rebuild their lives, but there was one obstacle standing in the way: a security deposit was needed to

Thank you to everyone who supported the Grand Opening of The St. Brigid House of Hope in Bloomington. We are honored to welcome a new family into the home through our Houses of Hope mission. Houses of Hope | O'Neill Hope The father is a hardworking single dad and full-time PCA who continues to show incredible strength and dedication to his children through difficult circumstances. With rent-free housing for up to a year, this family now has the opportunity to regain stability

We’re so grateful to call Jody our friend. She is the definition of strength and resilience. After a severe childhood injury left her blind in one eye, Jody faced years of bullying, but refused to let it define her. She went on to become a standout hockey player and a record holder in track and field at the University of Minnesota. Jody is also a dedicated mother of five who has faced recent challenges after a clerical error impacted her disability support, limiting her abili

We are honored to share the story of our friend Kayla and her incredible family. After her son suffered a serious strep infection that spread into his bloodstream, their world was shaken. In the middle of it all, they stepped in to foster her niece and nephew. Soon after, Kayla was diagnosed with cancer. Between treatments, surgery, and missed work, the financial strain grew quickly. Yet through it all, this family has shown incredible strength, love, and faith. Because of yo

Felix went to the doctor for shoulder pain and received a life-altering diagnosis, multiple myeloma. He is now in treatment and unable to work. Cassandra, his wife, stepped away from her job to care for him full-time as they prepare for ongoing treatments at Mayo Clinic. With both of them out of work, the financial strain quickly became overwhelming. Yet through it all, they have shown incredible strength and faith, they are truly wonderful people. Because of your generosity,

Last May, Bonnie experienced every parent’s worst nightmare, the loss of her adult son. Since then, she has been navigating deep grief while raising her 17-year-old daughter as they both struggle with depression and the pain of losing a loved one. The unexpected costs surrounding the loss created financial strain, and despite working full-time, Bonnie fell behind on her mortgage and began to fear losing their home. She reached out to several community resources while doing ev

Peggy has been facing significant health challenges for many years. She lives with epilepsy, kidney disease, and the lasting effects of a head injury she suffered as a child. She also takes numerous daily medications, all while doing her best to continue working and remain independent. To add insult to injury, recently Peggy’s hours at work were reduced, making it very difficult to keep up with everyday expenses. Despite these setbacks, she kept pushing forward and secured a

We are so excited to welcome Cassandra Ireland to The O'Neill Foundation of Hope! 🎉 As our new Executive Administrator, Cassandra will play a critical role in helping us grow, so we can serve and support even more people experiencing significant hardships. Cassandra brings a heart for service and a wealth of experience. Her journey began growing up as a missionary in Belgium, where she developed a deep commitment to love of God and others. Throughout her career she has worke

Roseabelle faced a major setback when the healthcare agency she worked for unexpectedly stopped paying employees after losing funding. The sudden loss of income forced the family to rely on their savings just to get by. At the same time, Roseabelle is caring for two children with disabilities who require daily support. Even after securing a new full-time job, the gap in income left the family unable to cover their March rent and facing eviction. Thanks to your generosity, The

Jill is facing a very difficult season: chronic pain, severe migraines, neck/back issues, and ongoing respiratory problems requiring frequent hospital visits. Medical expenses following a car accident have added more stress, and even doctor-prescribed specialty shoes were not covered by insurance. Thanks to a nomination from her brother, The O’Neill Foundation of Hope stepped in. Because of YOU our generous donors, we helped provide the needed footwear and assisted with sever

Dave and Diane are walking through an incredibly difficult season. Diane recently spent months in the hospital after a brain hemorrhage and has now been approved for hospice care, while Dave is undergoing his second round of cancer treatment. When their needs changed, The O’Neill Foundation of Hope stepped in, preparing their home for live-in support with new carpeting and replacing a failed water heater to ensure they could remain safe and comfortable. Because of your genero

Shelaya’s story is one of perseverance and hope. As a devoted single mother living far from family, she faced the heartbreak of losing her job while caring for her children and navigating her grandmother’s declining health. With a six-year-old son and another baby on the way, the uncertainty was overwhelming. Through resilience and determination, Shelaya sought help and found support. Thanks to your generosity, The O’Neill Foundation of Hope assisted with her car payment, eas

Right now, many hardworking families in our community are struggling to put food on the table. 💔 Thanks to your ongoing generosity, we have purchased $7500 worth of food. And we’re ready to share it with those who need it most. We have fresh fruit, vegetables, and various staple foods. 📅 Food Distribution Day: Friday, November 14th | 12–3 PM 📍 1650 West 82nd Street, Suite 105, Bloomington, MN Each family can receive up to two bags of food (while supplies last). There are