To make life better for kids We bring needs and solutions together to instill hope in underserved children, nurturing their potential to grow into educated, empowered individuals who positively impact their communities.
Our Vision
To rally our entire community businesses, schools, churches, civic organizations, hospitals, and individual volunteers to create opportunities for underserved children, support educators, and inspire every school to achieve excellence.
Together, we aim to transform lives and build a brighter future.
A Message from the Executive Director
As we look back on the accomplishments of 2024, this year also marks a significant transition for Cy-Hope. After years of unwavering dedication and leadership, our founding Executive Director, Lynda Dierker, has retired, leaving behind a legacy of hope and transformation I am deeply honored to step into this role and continue the incredible work she started
Cy-Hope has always been about making a difference providing vital support to children and families through after-school programs, mentoring, sports, and holiday assistance Thanks to Lynda’s passion and the strong foundation she built, we are poised to grow and serve even more families
In this annual report, you’ll see the impact we’ve made together, driven by the generosity and commitment of our community Your support empowers us to not only sustain our mission but to expand it, ensuring that every child we reach has hope and the opportunity to thrive. I look forward to walking this journey with you and building an even brighter future for those we serve.
Theresa Fauser | Executive Director, Cy-Hope
Waller Center Opens
In June 2024, we opened our doors at Cy-Hope Waller, serving our neighbors via counseling, food assistance, and an afterschool Hope Center.
Million Dollar Match
Thanks to our incredible supporters and the Million Dollar Match, we successfully raised $2 million to build our baseball fields, bringing hope and opportunity to local kids!
Groundbreaking on Fields
In April 2024, we finally broke ground on the CyHope Youth Sports Complex, home of our Dierker’s Champs baseball program with three dedicated fields for our players.
2024 marked the end of an era and the beginning of a new chapter as our founding Executive Director, Lynda Dierker, retired and passed the torch to Theresa Fauser to continue our mission New Leadership
Total Revenue $8,329,677
Total Expenses $5,951,017
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HopeCenters
Our ‘Hope Centers’ are community hubs that provide a free after-school program for students in low-income neighborhoods, where children can participate in educational games, crafts, sports, and more
Locations
Longhorn Mobile Home
Community
Tuesdays & Thursdays
Willow Green Apartments
Mondays & Wednesdays
Trails of Windfern Apartments
Tuesdays & Thursdays
Cy-Hope Waller
Monday & Wednesdays
Our 2024 Impact
188 54
42
students received after-school support at our Hope Centers
students attended overnight summer camp via Camp Lemonade
students attended literacy enrichment sessions via CREW
Highlights
> Moved Waller Hope Center to a permanent location, opened weekly for students
> Hosted students on field trips to NASA, iFly, Funtastik Labs, and the Hummingbird Festival.
FeedingProgram
The Backpack Program partners with the Houston Food Bank to provide weekend food for children facing food insecurity We also run a food locker at Jersey Village High School for older students and host summer distributions to support
Our 2024 Impact
532 257
64
students received nutritious food each week via Backpack Buddies
students received nutritious food over the summer break
families served through our Jersey Village Food Locker
Highlights
> Opened a new distribution site for Backpack Buddies to better serve Waller ISD
> Began initiative with Houston Food Bank to host Mobile Food Distributions on weekends.
Mentoring
Cy-Hope’s Mentoring Program helps equip middle and high school students for LIFE using the Ambassadors of Compassion (AOC) Curriculum This program provides youth with the opportunity to personally examine and experience life-ready principles in a small group discussion setting with other students, led by a mentor coach
Our 2024 Impact
445 35
middle and high-school students received mentorship
mentors donated their time to mentor young students
Highlights
> Launched Mentoring at an additional high school to provide dedicated support and resources for students
> Organized service field trip to Impact Houston, where students volunteered and learned about community service and homelessness firsthand
CommunityCenter
Our Community Center serves as a hub for programs like our school supply distribution, Christmas Assistance Program and Hope Night, a Faith-based gathering for teens
Services
Back to School Supply Drive
Providing backpacks and school supplies to students in need
Christmas Assistance
Supplying holiday gifts to families in need
Hope Night
A Faith-based event series for teenagers
Our 2024 Impact
829
775
students received holiday gifts through Christmas Assistance
students received school supplies via the Back to School Supply Drive
Highlights
> Launched ‘Hope Night’ event series to foster a Faith-based community for teens looking to explore Faith, find encouragement, and build meaningful connections
> Increased number of students served via our Back to School Supply Drive and Christmas Assistance programs.
Dierker’sChamps
Dierker’s Champs, led by Astros legend Larry Dierker, empowers CyFair kids through baseball, fostering skills, character, and sportsmanship for success on and off the field
201
15
Our 2024 Impact Highlights
students playing on a team with Dierker’s Champs
CFISD schools participating with Dierker’s Champs
> Broke ground on the new Cy-Hope Youth Sports Complex opening in 2025!
FineArts
Through our Providing Opportunities Program (POP), Cy-Hope helps cover fees for underserved students taking college credit courses in middle and high school or pursuing vocational certifications through Career and Technology Education (CTE) classes
Our 2024 Impact
Students received college and career readiness support
In partnership with Cy-Fair ISD music educators, this music initiative aims to expand the arts and enrich students' lives through music by providing performance events and increasing access for underserved students to supplemental music instruction
Our 2024 Impact
Students received private lesson scholarships
Cy-HopeCounseling
Cy-Hope Counseling offers personalized therapy for individuals, families, and couples in Cypress and Waller, TX. With skilled counselors, services include play therapy, behavioral therapy, family counseling, and support for children on the autism spectrum, all in a welcoming and accessible environment
New clients across Cypress and Waller locations clients served on sliding scale or covered by grants
> Opened new counseling center in Waller, providing accessible mental health support to a broader community
> Increased number of clients being served via sliding scale or grant, making our services more accessible to those facing financial barriers Our 2024 Impact
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Style meets purpose at the Hope Chest, a boutique-style resale market with locations in Cypress and Katy, where every purchase you make contributes to the meaningful work of Cy-Hope!
proceeds from the Hope Chests went back to Cy-Hope to support our programs
25,830
volunteer hours contributed between both Hope Chest locations
Cy-Hope headquarters is home to some beautiful event venues that help generate revenue for our programs. Available for weddings, parties, and corporate events and more. Venues include The Cypress Alamo, The Chapel, and The Hope Lodge.
2024 Numbers
Paid events hosted at The Cypress Alamo and Hope Lodge
Free events hosted at The Cypress Alamo and Hope Lodge
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FundraisingEvents
The Cypress Market
The Cypress Market is a vibrant vendor market featuring local artisans, food, and shopping
$24,329 funds raised in 2024
Clay Shoot
The Cy-Hope Clay Shoot is a fundraising event where participants enjoy a day of clay shooting and camaraderie.
$21,662 funds raised in 2024
Larry Dierker Celebrity Golf Shootout & Annual Cy-Hope Gala
Cy-Hope’s Golf Tournament is a charity event that brings golfers together for a day of play, followed by our annual Cy-Hope Gala, an evening with dinner, entertainment, and auctions.
$146,743 funds collectively raised in 2024
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713-466-4673
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OurPeople
Our impact is made possible by a passionate team staff and board members whose dedication, vision, and hard work transform hope into action for the communities we serve
Cy-HopeStaff TheBoard
Cy-Hope
Theresa Fauser
Wendy Hirte
Kate Goins
Maddie Moore
Diana Peterson
Megan Ausmus
Linda Rucker
Sherry Baker
Robyn Ficalora
Derek Lewis
Essence Castro
Danny Grigsby
Sheri Lee
Juan Rocha
Katie Kaisinger
Helen Scardino
HopeChest
Jennifer Fox
Amy Vern
Anne Carruba
Cy-HopeCounseling
Kristin Henshaw
Amelia Johnson
Lannie Cox
Executive Director
Assistant to the Executive Director
Communications Director
Fundraising Director
Accountant
Accountant Assistant
Grant Writer
Data Specialist
Volunteer Coordinator
Outreach Coordinator
Backpack Director
Hope Center Director
Dierker’s Champs Director
Dierker’s Champs Assistant
Cy-Hope Mentoring / POP Director
Event Manager
The Hope Chest Director
Volunteer Coordinator, Cypress
Volunteer Coordinator, Katy
Counseling Clinical Director
Counseling Administrative Director
Counseling Community Relations Director
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Al Williams
Dr Godfrey Hubert
Adrian Dominguez
Julie Hinaman
Benny Agosto, Jr
Nichole Agosto
Susan Bacon
Debbie Blackshear
Archie Collins
Michael Craig
Dan Crumrine
Corey Cunningham
Roy Garcia
Carlos Gutierrez
Kevin Hoffman
Ray Hughes
Teresa Hull
Nicole Lander
Grant Leathers
Mark McShaffry
Alan Quintero
Pam Scott
Randal Ward
Dr Pam Wells
Fred Caldwell
Larry Dierker
Mark Klein
Reginald Lillie
Spencer Tillman
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