Hope Haven is honored to be among 15 local organizations awarded

a share of $60,000 in grants from the Garden Club of Savannah. The awards were

presented during a ceremony at the historic Massie School by 2025 NOGS Chairman,

Era Hall.

Proceeds for the grants come from the Garden Club’s annual NOGS Garden Tour, held

each spring.

The grants support a variety of programs addressing community needs. Hope Haven, a

faith-based day respite program, offers a “social club” experience for people living with

dementia and other cognitive changes, while also giving caregivers much-needed rest

and renewal.

Other grant recipients included Tybee’s Fresh Air Home, which provides a free summer

camp for children on Tybee Island, and Tharros Place, which offers shelter and support

services for survivors of human trafficking.

“It was uplifting to see so many wonderful community organizations gathered together

in one space,” said Cathy Baxter, director of Hope Haven. “The Garden Club of

Savannah does more than beautify our city—they cultivate hope and invest in people,

and that generosity strengthens the entire community.”