Helping Our Own People, Inc. (HOOP) is an all volunteer 501©3 organization whose mission is to provide basic necessities to those living on the streets of Indianapolis to survive another night … no strings attached … no questions asked … unconditional giving.
The vision of HOOP is to be recognized by the Homeless community of Indianapolis as a trusted friend, available for support and/or advice, to be able to provide food and or clothing in a time of need, while connecting on a personal level as well.
The beauty of HOOP is in the UNCONDITIONAL GIVING. No questions asked. From the beginning, we in HOOP are not required to judge those we serve. We simply ask, “Are you hungry?” If someone accepts our offer, we pour a cup of soup and hand the person a sandwich and snacks. Many people have answered, “No, I’m okay,” and walked on.
Over the first three months of this year, we have passed out over 90 gallons of soup, 1300 sandwiches, 1400 hard boiled eggs, 348 Blankets along with shirts, pants, socks, underwear and personal care items.
