Letters from the CEO

Over the past year, April Ludwig has navigated challenges, expanded vital services, and remained steadfast in her mission to bring hope and housing to those who need it most. As she reflects on her first year as CEO of Hope Cooperative, she shares key milestones, lessons learned, and her vision for the future.

Guest Editorial by April Ludwig April Ludwig is the CEO of Hope Cooperative, a nonprofit service in Sacramento and Yolo Counties that provides housing, mental health services, and substance-use rehabilitation.

Dear Hope Cooperative Supporters, As we enter the 6th month of the pandemic I would like to reflect on our experience as essential workers in 2020. In March when the first State of Emergency was declared our team was in full action mode immediately. We fired up a...

Dear Supporters of Hope Cooperative, During the challenging times in which we find ourselves I want to assure you that Hope Cooperative is here for you. As an “essential business” we are committed to supporting our vulnerable clients while making every effort to keep...

Dear Attendees of the “State of Downtown” Breakfast and Hope Cooperative Supporters, Hope Cooperative is grateful for a community of collaboration that we have experienced here in Sacramento over the last almost 40 years. In the downtown core we have joined forces...