Holy Angels Camp Hope

The recreational facility on the South Fork River provides a variety of outdoor experiences including an accessible nature trail and pontoon boat rides for the residents of Holy Angels

“Camp Hope recreational facility provides an excellent opportunity for our residents to enjoy the great outdoors,” said Holy Angels President and CEO, Kerri Massey. “The residents love the warm feeling of the sun on their faces and the cool breeze of the wind as they take a ride on the pontoon boat, named ‘Spirit of Maria,’ after our first resident, Maria Morrow.”

Camp Hope is located on the South Fork of the Catawba River. The 15-acre piece of property was purchased in 1992. Camp Hope officially opened in 1994 and was designed to expand and enhance the specialized programs, services and recreational opportunities for the residents and participants. The camp features a wheelchair accessible nature trail, boat dock, lodge, campfire pit and pavilion. 

Over the years, several corporate and philanthropic groups have dedicated their time, talents and treasure to support Camp Hope.

The Ability Experience, the philanthropic initiative of the Pi Kappa Phi fraternity, helped build many of the original structures, including the pavilion. The group has returned to support Holy Angels numerous times over the years, including this past spring to help restore outdoor areas of the camp. The name Camp Hope was inspired by the Ability Experience’s Journey of Hope, a cross-country bicycle fundraiser that helps bring awareness for those who are differently able. 

“Camp Hope brings our residents so much joy,” said Massey. “A warm smile demonstrates a happy heart and that’s what this camp brings to our residents, participants, staff and volunteers. I can’t wait for the residents to get back out there to enjoy nature and each other.”

Reopening and Ribbon Cutting Celebration
July 12, 2022

Mercy Moments at Camp Hope

Special Thank You To Our Grantors, Donors and Supporters:

 

  • Ann Babcock

  • Dallas Electric

  • DaVinci’s Painting

  • Dopeography - Brandon Strong

  • Fifth Third Bank

  • Fletcher and Kristy Edens

  • Gary and Mary Bettin

  • Greenway Waste Solutions

  • LAMB Foundation of NC, Inc. Knights of Columbus Council 10852

  • The Ability Experience

  • The George T. Lewis, Jr. Foundation

  • The Hartford

  • The JEM Project

  • The Lakhany Family

  • Trucorp

  • Jay Hinds

  • Jerry Hallman

  • Lance Millwood



  • Lowe’s Home Improvement of Belmont - Store #2650

  • Lyerly Agency

  • Matthew Bare

  • Mike and Leslie Wallace

  • Mike and Shari Lynn Smiley

  • Morris Mechanical

  • Notre Dame Club of Charlotte

  • Robert Reagan, Jr.

  • Spartan Tree & Landscaping, Inc.

  • Sisters of Mercy of the Americas

  • Soil Supply - Don Shew

  • Stan Anthony

  • Steven Biggerstaff

  • Tina Edwards

  • Vana Construction

  • Willis Engineering

  • 760 Docks

Camp Hope
120 River Run Road
Belmont, NC 28012
Phone: 704.825.4161