HOPE NC's 3 co-founders: Orah Raia, Ginny Dropkin and Dotty Foley
Celebrating 8 Years ofHope, Community & Belonging
This July, HOPE NC celebrated its 8th birthday! What began when our founders - Ginny, Orah and Dotty - sat down together with a bold vision has grown into something truly special: communities where adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities can live, connect, contribute, and belong.
From Vision to Impact
At our Founders Day celebration, we looked back on the milestones we have reached, the challenges we have overcome, and the many ways HOPE NC has continued to grow and flourish. We are incredibly proud of how far we have come and deeply grateful to our founders, whose vision and hard work laid the foundation for everything we celebrate today.
Founder's Day July 11, 2026
We invite you to watch the video below, which was shared at the event to honor Ginny, Orah, and Dotty and celebrate the remarkable journey they helped begin eight years ago.