Refuge of Hope gives individuals in the Canton area a place to turn when all hope feels lost.

Through our food, clothing, shelter, and healthcare ministries, we seek to embody God’s love by serving those who face poverty, homelessness, and other dire situations.

We believe in the value and equality of all individuals. With inherent dignity and worth, every person is created in God’s image and is redeemable by God through Jesus Christ and the work of His Holy Spirit. We will not judge others but rather will treat all people courteously and with compassion and respect.

Financial Information

Because of you, Refuge of Hope is able to meet the critical needs of our community members every day of the year. Read our Annual Report Cards to learn more.

With the help of our supporters, we seek to glorify God by:

Serving meals 9 times per week for hungry men, women, and children.

Providing shelter and transition to independence for homeless men.

Supplying free clothing for individuals and families.

Delivering essential healthcare services to the community, including those uninsured.

Our vision is to transform lives by providing hope that elevates people to reach their God-given potential.

Please join us in breaking the cycles of poverty and homelessness in our community. Learn about the many ways individuals, groups and organizations can get involved.

Because of you,

Our Impact

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Our Staff

Jo Ann Carpenter, CFRM

Director of Development

330.453.1785 x. 203

Beverly Cook

Clothing Ministry Assistant

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Clay Cunningham

Shelter Supervisor

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Terrill Dunivant

Meal Ministry Assistant

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Mindy Fraelich

Receptionist/Data Entry

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Jennifer Grubb

Women's Shelter Supervisor

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Jerica Hall

Receptionist/Data Entry

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U-Londa Hicks

Director of Meal Ministry

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Lakiksha Metcalf

Meal Ministry Assistant

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Melva Milberry

Meal Ministry Assistant

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Nanci Miller

Director of Major Gifts & Grant Writing

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Julie A. Moldvay, CPA

Director of Finance

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Jerry O'Brien

Shelter Supervisor

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Tim Petty

Shelter Supervisor

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Tim Priest

Shelter Supervisor

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John Queen

Furniture Donation Pick-Up

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Vanessa Roderick

Volunteer Coordinator

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Scott Schnyders

Interim CEO

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Tammy Sigley

Clothing Ministry Assistant

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Jenna Smith

Women's Shelter Supervisor

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John Smith

Shelter Supervisor

330.453.1785 x. 218

David Streeter

Meal Ministry Assistant

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Jeff Thouvenin

Facilities Maintenance Manager

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Lisa Waikem

Rapid Rehousing Coordinator

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Ryan Wilson

Clothing Ministry Manager

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Kristie Woods

Director of Community Relations

330.453.1785 x. 204

Jo Ann Carpenter, CFRM

Director of Development

330.453.1785 x. 203

Beverly Cook

Clothing Ministry Assistant

330.453.1785 x. 400

Our Board of Directors

The Honorable Michelle Cordova
President

Judge - Stark County Common Pleas, Family Division

Member - 2019

Ed Laubaucher
Vice President

Teacher, Lake Local Schools

Member - 2021

Lynn Ramsburg
Treasurer

Accountant at Ramsburg Insurance

Member - 2019

Kyle Bast

CPA at Sikich

Member - 2024

Jim Fedorka

Retired

Member - 2021

Mickey Lawver

Independent Consultant, Arbonne International

Member - 2011

Bill Morgenstern

CEO, Vistage

Member - 2021

Randy Snow

Attorney Black McCuskey Souers & Arbaugh

Member - 2018

Greg Wagler

General Manager, Schumacher Homes

Member - 2023

Jim Weisburn

President, Interior Graphic Systems

Member - 2023

Greg Wolfe

Realtor, Keller Williams

Member - 2023

Al Buxton
Board Member Emeritus

Owner, Buxton Corporation

Member - 2008

Lois Ferrel
Board Member Emeritus
Marybeth Hinds
Board Member Emeritus
Rob Horger
Board Member Emeritus
Terry Seeberger
Board Member Emeritus

Partner at Stark-Knoll

Member - 2007

The Honorable Michelle Cordova
President

Judge - Stark County Common Pleas, Family Division

Member - 2019

Ed Laubaucher
Vice President

Teacher, Lake Local Schools

Member - 2021