Bester Community Of Hope

Family Day was a celebration of what matters most- our families, our community, and the connections that help us thrive.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for an afternoon filled with fun, laughter, and meaningful moments together. We are proud to share a look back at this special day and the incredible partners, volunteers, and families who made it possible.

Rolling Out the Red Carpet for Families - Bester Community of Hope On Saturday, May 16, families from across the community gathered at the EM Tobias Family Center for Bester Community of Hope’s annual Family Day celebration. This year’s Hollywood-themed event, “You […]

Community Coffee is back! Stop by to enjoy a cup of coffee, casual conversation and the chance to take a look around our new office space. We hope to see you tomorrow morning!

We were happy to have core partners from the Washington County Department of Social Services join us today at our new office as we hosted new Maryland Department of Human Services Secretary Stacy Rodgers to explore the important work happening every day in the South End of Hagerstown in family services, as well as steps forward with the ENOUGH initiative. Maryland Governor’s Office For Children

Big news! The Bridge Project, currently available in 12 states and supporting more than 3,900 mothers across the United States with essential benefits, is for a short time now reviewing applications for expectant mothers in the South End!

We are working through ENOUGH sub grantee Child Care Choices to maximize access and help with filling out applications to this innovative and unique resource for families over the next two weeks, and we have a goal of completing 75 applications for South End families, help us spread the word! A very special thanks to our partners at Meritus Health for their critical support.

Application criteria are very specific for expectant mothers at 27 weeks or less (with priority for 20-27 weeks) in zip code 21740. See the attached flyer for key details,

Ula Slider
Child Care Choices
240-609-7004
[email protected]

Spanish speaking applicants
Jane Powell - AACF
240-850-8971
Email - [email protected]

Once applications are submitted, Bridge Project will notify candidates directly and manage all services and benefits. Learn more about Bridge Project at https://www.bridgeproject.org/apply

Maryland Governor’s Office For Children

Check out this opportunity from our friends at the Hagerstown Home Store: Neighborhood Development Partnership, INC

Join us for this weekend's First Time Home Buyer workshop on Saturday 5/23/2026 at 9 am. We will have an experienced lender, real estate agent, and home inspector here to teach you all of the first steps to buying your new home

Washington County Family Survey Thank you for taking a few minutes to share your experience. This survey is anonymous and confidential, your answers will not be connected to your name or household. The information will be used to better understand the needs of children and families in Washington County, so local organizations and....