The Effective Not Famous Podcast Launch
We’re thrilled to share some exciting news—the upcoming launch of The Effective Not Famous Podcast. This project has been a long time in the making, and it’s finally coming together as a platform for amplifying voices that often go unheard.
Battle for the Bay: Uniting Football and Mental Health in the South Island
This year (2024), the Battle for the Bay tournament in Golden Bay wasn’t just about football. Organised by Phil Smith, former President of the Golden Bay Football Club, this full-day event brought 13 teams together for an inspiring cause: raising awareness for mental health.
Uniting for a Greater Cause: Mental Health and Football in Nelson
In a tremendous show of support and unity, Hope Is My Homeboy has partnered with 13 football clubs across the Nelson region to prioritise mental health and well-being within the sports community.
King Salmon Conference: The Power of Kindness in Leadership
Recently, I had the privilege of speaking at King Salmon’s Leadership Conference in Nelson on behalf of Hope Is My Homeboy, sharing insights on how kindness can shape success and support mental health in the workplace.
Strengthening Community Through Rugby: Our Partnership with Waimea Old Boys
We’re incredibly honoured to be one of the main sponsors of Waimea Old Boys Rugby Football Club, a partnership that goes beyond just logos and branding.
Hope is My Homeboy and Aroha Kotahi: Our Empowering Partnership
Discover the empowering partnership between Hope is My Homeboy and Aroha Kotahi, working together to support vulnerable rangatahi through a positive education re-engagement programme.
Thank You, Mike King, for Believing in Us
When Mike King, founder of I Am Hope and Gumboot Friday, he became the first person to wear our Hope Is My Homeboy apparel, it felt like a deeply meaningful beginning for our cause.
A Name Born from Love and Loss: The Real Story of Hope is My Homeboy
The name Hope is My Homeboy wasn’t chosen lightly. It’s inspired by the iconic phrase “Jesus Is My Homeboy,” a brand that was woven into my childhood.