Why We Started
Tele-Hope was founded in 2022 as a student-athlete partnership program to create hope for youth. After two years, we realized true hope is fostered through genuine friendships. While pairing student-athletes with 11-18-year-olds brought some hope, our experience with 45 kids in the program revealed a key insight: no one creates hope for others quite like peers within the same age group.
With this realization, we shifted our focus to teaching young people how to reach out and support one another. In Wyoming, it’s common to face challenges alone, but the truth is—that cowboys ride together. At Tele-Hope, we’re committed to helping youth build the connections that inspire resilience, belonging, and hope.
Who We Are
At Tele-Hope, we empower students aged 10-24 in Wyoming to build the confidence to reach out and make meaningful connections. Through 40-minute workshops, we teach and practice practical tips and tricks showing how small gestures can create a big impact. The philosophy behind Tele-Hope is derived from the idea that everybody goes through some level of struggle and no one is alone.
Our Mission
To ensure that everyone feels supported and knows that someone has their back. We strive to empower individuals aged 10-24 to understand what it means to be a good friend and to be there for others. By fostering confidence to share their stories and connect with others, we aim to create a community where no one faces challenges alone. We believe in the power and uniqueness of every individual’s story and the hope that genuine connections can bring.