Spark Potential
change lives
…providing young people access, opportunity, and the network needed to leverage their strengths and reach their goals
Our Mission
To nurture and guide motivated young people in need to become
well-educated, career-ready, men and women for others.
Young People in Need
Youth and their families are facing economic, systemic, or circumstantial barriers that limit their hope and possibilities.
well-educated
We develop lifelong learners who are prepared for post-secondary education and have the agency and confidence to choose a path that maximizes their purpose, passion, and potential.
career-ready
We help young people gain 21st century skills to be competitive for internships, jobs, careers, and leadership now and in the future.
people for others
We cultivate generosity, service, reflection, awareness of societal needs, and the courage to be a change-maker, inspired by the Jesuit value of being a person for others.
Same Spark, Brighter than Ever!
Hope Ignites reflects the evolution of who we are and the impact we make. In an increasingly competitive landscape of youth-serving organizations, this name distinguishes us from others and clarifies our unique mission and impact.
Our new name reflects the full journey of those we serve—from scholars to young professionals—and better represents the diverse individuals and communities we serve.
A big thank you to documentary filmmaker and supporter Timmy Vatterott, who donated his time to make this video!
Ignite Hope. Illuminate Potential.
ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENTS AT HOPE IGNITES DETROIT
We need your help to advance our mission! Be on the lookout for these yearly events to learn more about our organization and support Scholars
Festival of Hope
Hope Ignites Detroit’s signature event and core curricular experience embedded across Residential,
Academy, and Collegian and Alumni programming. Led by
Scholars, supported by Collegians, Alumni, and families,
Festival of Hope brings leadership, service, and shared responsibility to life across generations.
Applied Underwriters Invitational
A premier golf experience bringing together business leaders, community champions, and philanthropic partners for a day of connection and purpose. More than a day on the course, the Invitational is an opportunity to invest in futures and strengthen our community, and we are grateful for the continued partnership of Frank Torre.
