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Circle of Hope is a nonprofit organization based in Needham, Massachusetts. Circle of Hope provides individuals and families experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity with clothing and hygiene essentials to promote health and opportunity. By making regular deliveries of seasonally appropriate clothing, shoes, bedding, and hygiene essentials to 40 homeless shelters, healthcare clinics, schools, first responders, and community organizations, Circle of Hope promotes physical and mental health and fosters opportunity for thousands of people in need. Last year, Circle of Hope gave clothing and hygiene essentials to more than 31,700 people. Read more about Circle of Hope...


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Circle of Hope Awarded $25,000 Grant from The ‘Quin House Impact Fund

Circle of Hope is one of 16 Massachusetts nonprofits awarded grants this winter by The ‘Quin House Impact Fund. The Fund supports six pillars throughout the year with more than $4.3 million in grants: Arts and Culture, Discovery and Innovation, Equity and Opportunity, Health and Wellness, Youth and Education, and Earth 360. Circle of Hope is a nonprofit organization based in Needham that was chosen to receive a Health and Wellness grant to support its Health and Opportunity Program.

Ari Barbanell standing on the parquet floor at TD Garden wearing a green Celtics jacket and beanie.

Boston Celtics Honor Circle of Hope Executive Director Ari Barbanell

The Boston Celtics recognized Circle of Hope Executive Director Ari Barbanell as a “Hero Among Us” at the Sunday, March 1 game against the Philadelphia 76ers at TD Garden. 

Through the Heroes Among Us program, the Boston Celtics present an award to an individual or individuals who have made exceptional and lasting contributions to our community. For over 20 years, at each home game, the Celtics and their fans have saluted the exemplary efforts of these citizens during a special in-game presentation on the parquet floor.

Winter walk — postponed until march 22

Walk with us to end homelessness on Sunday, March 22, 2026 in Boston! Join our Winter Walk team or create your own to fundraise for Circle of Hope. Every dollar you raise will support our mission to provide clothing and hygiene essentials to thousands of people experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity. Need help registering? View Winter Walk’s registration guide or reach out to us for help!


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Mondays - Thursdays and Saturdays: 10am - 12pm

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