Our Early Learning Center provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 18 months to 5 years. With a capacity to serve up to 75 children, our DHS-licensed facility is dedicated to fostering growth, creativity, and early education development. We focus on preparing young minds for a bright future in a safe, engaging, and inclusive space. Join us in building the foundation for lifelong learning and success!

Our Before/After School and Summer Program offers enriching experiences for children aged 5 to 13 years. With a capacity to serve up to 100 children, this program provides a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where kids can thrive. From academic support to creative activities and recreational fun, we’re here to inspire growth, build confidence, and make learning exciting year-round!

Bring your energy and team spirit to the Cheerleading Program at John Hope Settlement House! Meeting three times a week, this program is perfect for aspiring cheerleaders of all skill levels. Learn dynamic routines, build confidence, and foster teamwork in a fun and supportive environment. Whether you're looking to compete or just enjoy the sport, join us to cheer, jump, and shine!

Stay active and enjoy the game at John Hope Settlement House! Our Open Gym and Open Runs are available Monday through Thursday and on Saturdays, providing the perfect opportunity to play, practice, or just have fun. Whether you’re looking to shoot hoops, join a pick-up game, or work on your skills, our gym is open for everyone to enjoy. Grab your sneakers and join the action!

Get moving and have fun with line dancing at John Hope Settlement House! Join us twice a week for energetic and exciting sessions that blend great music with easy-to-follow dance steps. Perfect for all skill levels, line dancing is a fantastic way to stay active, meet new people, and enjoy a lively community atmosphere. Come dance with us and make every step count!

John Hope Settlement House is proud to offer the Healthy Families Bi-Weekly Fresh Food Distribution, a program designed to support 25 families in our community. In collaboration with Southside Land Trust, this initiative provides fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables every two weeks, promoting healthier lifestyles and food security. Join us as we work together to nourish our families and strengthen our community.

John Hope Settlement House is excited to announce the upcoming launch of our Food Pantry! This vital resource will provide nutritious food options to individuals and families in need, ensuring everyone in our community has access to essential meals. Stay tuned for more details as we prepare to open our doors and make a difference together!

John Hope Settlement House is proud to offer Project Undercover, providing diapers to families in need. This initiative ensures that every child has access to essential hygiene products, helping families care for their little ones with dignity and support. Together, we’re making a difference, one diaper at a time.

Our facility is proud to provide Weekly Meeting Space for various community groups and organizations, fostering connection and collaboration. Current groups utilizing our space include:

NA Community Group: Offering support and recovery resources in a safe, welcoming environment.

Liberian Community Organization: Gathering to celebrate culture, heritage, and community engagement.

Community Rentals: Available for local groups and events, providing flexible and affordable options to meet your needs.

Join us as we continue to support and uplift our community through shared spaces.

Contact Dr. Frye for More information 401-421-6993 ext. 310

Their mission is to educate, organize and expand RI’s current and future tradeswomen to become one voice advocating to ensure fair and equal access to information, training, and opportunity for employment in the construction industry.

“Change,” a word that often stirs feelings of apprehension but can be a catalyst for restoration. Whether it's restoring a place, repairing a damaged relationship, or rebuilding a community organization; change is necessary because it initiates processes of healing, renewal, and rebuilding. Ultimately, leading to a group of individuals who provide commitment, talent, time, resources and HOPE.

I believe this is our time for change as an organization, and as a community. The rich legacy of John Hope Settlement House has made me hopeful and humble. Many have already asked, “Dr. Frye how can I help?” “What do you need?” and we are grateful for the support and encouragement we’ve received thus far. I knew this would be quite an undertaking. But I am more committed than ever! Our building and calendar is filling with educational, health services, trainings, open recreational time, sports leagues and we are ready to boost enrollment at our Early Learning Center and Out of School Time programs.

I am proud to lead this work because I know the community, made up of generations who have history with John Hope, are here to help and a wonderful staff who love John Hope! Change has been activated and restoration has begun. It’s not too late to join us in restoring John Hope to its former glory and beyond. I HOPE you’ll join us!

Dr. Robyn Frye