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A graphic reads After Hope in Action: What to Do Now

What to Do After Hope in Action (2026)

Our third annual Hope in Action truly turned hope into a verb as communities across the country raised over $103,000 in a single day. In this post, we’ll share our top tips for keeping up your community engagement and fundraising momentum.

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Charisma kneeling next to husband Cole Sydnor as Cole sits in his manual wheelchair by Studio Twelve 52 Photography/ Kasey and Tyler Rajotte.

Influencer Cole Sydnor Documents ‘New Independence Milestone’ 14 Years Since Becoming Quadriplegic

In May, Cole shared an unexpected update in his life with paralysis from the chest down. As Charisma left the house, Cole was determined to get out of bed independently.

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$103,073+ raised during Hope in Action 2026 for Help Hope Live.

Recap: Hope in Action 2026 with $103,073 Raised in 1 Day of Giving

The Help Hope Live community put compassion into action in record numbers on our third annual Hope in Action on May 29, 2026, raising over $100,000!

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News 12 coverage of Rally for Rebecca Koltun 5K in 2026 with Rebecca seated in power chair.

Plainview Community Rally For Rebecca Koltun At Annual 5K, Raise Funds For Lifelong Medical Care

We’re grateful to Melanie Gulbas and the News 12 Long Island team for sharing the story of the Plainview community rallying annually and year-round to support Help Hope Live in honor of Rebecca Koltun.

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Scott Baggett visits a child in the hospital with LaVie the service dog.
Voices of Hope | 5.22.26

Mobility Matters: William Scott Baggett Answers 9 Powerful Questions

Living with Post Polio Syndrome (PPS), Scott had to retire from his multi-decade career and 6,000 volunteer hours visiting kids to provide life-changing canine therapy. Scott knew his medical challenges couldn’t be the end of his commitment to helping and healing others.

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A big smile and wave from Kelson Williams as he sits in his manual wheelchair next to his service dog Gus and service dog Dolly Pawton at Abilities Expo NY 2026.
Voices of Hope | 5.22.26

From Discouraged to Funded: Kelson Williams

As of May 2026, the campaign in Kelson’s honor has raised over $20,000.

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Press Releases | 5.22.26

Help Needed for 32-Year-Old with Rare Health Diagnoses: Lindsey Kring

The community of 32-year-old Lindsey Kring is coming together to provide hope at a time of need through the national nonprofit Help Hope Live. Living with rare medical diagnoses, Lindsey needs help to cover the out-of-pocket costs of protecting her health and future.

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Press Releases | 5.22.26

$6,000+ Raised in 1 Month to Help Boonton 3-Year-Old: Ellie Cooper

Ellie Cooper was born following a devastating loss for her family. Now 3 years old, Ellie lives with cerebral palsy and other rare diagnoses. Ellie’s family needs a wheelchair van to continue to transport their precious “rainbow baby” safely around Boonton and beyond—a cost insurance will not cover.

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Kelly L Green Executive Director of Help Hope Live in teal tutu next to client Pat Hoey in his powerchair with his family at 2026 Hope Travels 5K in Radnor PA.

Recap: 2026 Hope Travels 5K (3rd Annual)

On May 16, 2026, 200 runners, walkers, rollers, sponsors, donors, and supporters of all ages raised over $50,000 to support Help Hope Live at the 3rd annual Hope Travels 5K.

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Keather Littlejohn seated in her wheelchair with Melanie Johnson from Help Hope Live.
Voices of Hope | 5.11.26

Interview Inspires $20,000+ in Donations: Keather Littlejohn

Through the fundraising campaign in Keather’s honor, Help Hope Live was able to fund the wheelchair lift that radically changed the teen’s life by making the entrance of her row home accessible to her.

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