Empower Change
Ignite Hope
Providing financial assistance and advocacy efforts to victims and families affected by violent crime or the disappearance of a loved one, as well as the nonprofits who support them.
Through our two distinct grant programs, we offer financial assistance to those affected by violent crime. Whether you’re a family seeking justice or a nonprofit organization working to create lasting change, we’re here to carefully evaluate your needs and provide meaningful support.
The Higher Hope Impact
TOTAL FUNDS DISTRIBUTED
Since our launch in Sept. 2024, we’ve provided crucial financial support to families and organizations in need.
Of Donations Go Directly to Recipients
Every dollar donated goes straight to supporting victims and their families, with operational costs covered by our parent organization.
In External Funds Raised
Through community support and dedicated fundraising campaigns, we’ve mobilized additional resources to expand our impact for families and organizations in need.
Kendall and Josh are a dynamic husband & wife duo who have been making a positive impact in the world of true crime since 2017. As online content creators, they’ve built a supportive community of over 10 million followers, who share the same interest in helping victims. Utilizing these platforms for fundraising and victim advocacy has always been an integral part of their mission. Their commitment to helping victims and families led them to establish Higher Hope in 2024, driven by the desire to provide tangible support and resources for those affected by violent crime and disappearances.
In the aftermath of such tragedies, victims and their families are often left seeking answers, guidance, and resources. Through our grant funding, we offer individuals impacted by these life-changing events the financial support they need to navigate tragedy and seek justice.
Using Our Voices
We leverage our established media platform with a broad reach to amplify victims' stories and create meaningful change in the true crime community.
Giving Hope
Through direct financial assistance, we help families navigate the aftermath of violent crime with dignity and practical support.
Empower Nonprofits
Our Empower Grants strengthen organizations already making a difference, extending our impact to more communities and families nationwide.
Bringing Awareness
We transform passive true crime consumption into active community support, inspiring others to join our mission of helping victims.
Join our community of active supporters who are making a real difference in the lives of those affected by violent crime. Your donation, no matter the size, directly funds crucial assistance for families and empowers organizations dedicated to healing and justice.
Empower Grant Update
Due to a high volume of applications, we will be temporarily pausing Empower grant submissions beginning Sunday, September 20, 2026, at 10 PM MST.
We know the current funding climate for nonprofits is incredibly competitive, and we truly wish we had the capacity to process every application we receive. In order to give our current applicants the time and consideration they deserve in our review process while creating space for future grants, we need to pause submissions at this time.
Thank you to every organization that has trusted Higher Hope with their work and shared the impact they’re making in their communities. We’re incredibly grateful for the opportunity to support you.💙
We’ll share updates when Empower grant submissions reopen!
Chance Edmiston was a 27-year-old U.S. Marine Corps veteran who tragically died from a gunshot wound in the front yard of his home in Windsor, Missouri, on July 7, 2023. Authorities classified his death as a suicide and closed the case as non-criminal, a determination his family says was made within minutes of the 911 call, before any real investigation took place.
This ruling came with a string of alleged failures by the Henry County Sheriff`s Department and then-Coroner Dain Sisk. The scene was never secured or properly processed, no autopsy or gunshot-residue testing was conducted, no bullet or casing was recovered, and the firearm entered into evidence reportedly appears to have been altered after being logged.
Chance`s family strongly disputes the suicide ruling and believes he was murdered. They are seeking an extensive investigation into his death, to hold Law Enforcement accountable and to make changes within the failed judicial system.
To learn more about the path to justice for Chance and how you can support the ongoing efforts, visit Justice4Chance.com or follow @justice4chance22 for updates.
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And just in time for spooky season… our annual limited-edition Halloween collection is here! 👻 Featuring the Spooky & Suspicious collection plus our Mile Higher Haunted Forest, look cloely and you might spot a few familiar Mile Higher carvings.
The Halloween collection is available ONLY through October 31st, so grab your favorites before they disappear!
Shop now at milehighermerch.com - 100% of merch proceeds go to Higher Hope Foundation to support grant funding for victims of violent crime🖤
Missed our August newsletter earlier this month? Here’s a quick recap!💜
This month, we highlighted meaningful ways to turn true crime awareness into action. From supporting families seeking justice to learning more about the realities of human trafficking and finding simple ways to support Higher Hope.
Justice for Christa Gilley: https://justiceforchrista.com/
Support Ashley Flynn’s family: https://www.gofundme.com/f/f9345-in-loving-memory-of-ashley-flynn
Watch our latest impact spotlight: https://www.instagram.com/reels/Dbb50GeO3tm/
Free ways to support Higher Hope: https://higherhope.org/blog/articles/free-ways-to-support-higher-hope/
Our community is always grateful for your support as an Active True Crime Consumer. Every share, action, and conversation helps turn awareness into advocacy and real change.
#HigherHope #TrueCrimeCommunity #VictimAdvocacy #Advocacy
Brittany McGlone was just 19 years old and preparing to begin nursing school when her life was tragically cut short. In 2006, Brittany was living with her mother in Winnsboro, Texas. She was known for making good decisions, working hard, and staying out of trouble.
On May 4, 2007, Brittany was found deceased in her boyfriend’s bed, having suffered blunt force trauma to the head.
Suspicion has long surrounded Chad Carr, the boyfriend of Jeff’s (Brittany`s boyfriend) younger sister. Carr was arrested and charged in connection with Brittany’s murder, but a grand jury ultimately declined to indict him. He was released in 2022, and no one has ever been charged in Brittany’s death.
Investigators have documented inconsistencies in Carr’s alibi, a failed polygraph examination, and a criminal history that have continued to draw attention to his potential involvement. However, despite more than two decades of investigation, Brittany’s family is still waiting for answers and accountability.
Higher Hope is committed to supporting Brittany’s family in their ongoing fight for justice. We partnered with her sister, Hope, to help share Brittany’s story on True Crime with Kendall Rae. Through a Higher Hope “Hope” Grant, we also helped fund a billboard campaign intended to bring renewed attention to Brittany’s case and encourage anyone with information to come forward.
If you have information about Brittany’s death, you are urged to contact Wood County Crime Stoppers at (903) 760-1008. Tips can be submitted anonymously, and even the smallest detail could help move this case forward. Tips leading to an arrest may be eligible for a reward.
You can support Brittany’s family and follow their continued fight for justice on the Facebook page Who Killed Brittany McGlone: facebook.com/justiceforbrittanymcglone
You can also listen to Brittany’s story on True Crime with Kendall Rae:
youtube.com/watch?v=xYCNMjknyII
#JusticeforBrittanyMcGlone #WhoKilledBrittanyMcGlone #HigherHopeFoundation #SeekingJustice
No parent should have to carry the fight for justice by themselves.
The emotional toll of advocating for a missing or murdered loved one is immeasurable, and we`re incredibly grateful that our Hope Grant could help ease that burden for Steven and Renee as they continue seeking justice for Morgan.
Thank you, Steven and Renee, for sharing your story—and for allowing us to be a small part of your journey to justice💙
Listen to Steve and Renee Patten tell Morgan`s Story on True Crime With Kendall Rae, and support their efforts at MorgansMilesToGo.com
For World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, our foundation coordinator sat down with Covered Colorado to talk about the realities of trafficking and how our Empower grant is being used to help survivors rebuild and heal.
The reality is, trafficking isn’t what you see in the movies. It has many forms and is happening in our local communities, being educated on the topic helps prevent trafficking and protect our communities.
#GlobalDayAgainstTrafficking #endhumantrafficking #victimadvocacy #supportsurvivors
Today, on Global Day Against Trafficking in Persons, Higher Hope is standing with every survivor and every organization working to end human trafficking.
By spreading awareness of the realities of trafficking, we can challenge harmful misconceptions, recognize the signs, and help protect those at risk. And by supporting survivors as they rebuild their lives, we can ensure they have the resources, dignity, and hope they deserve on their path to healing.
#EndHumanTrafficking #WorldDayAgainstTrafficking #HigherHopeFoundation #SupportSurvivors #HopeInAction
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