The Lucille and Leo Caiafa, Jr. Center for Advancement is an outreach program of Sharing Hope Ministry. It is a hub where women can access resources to assist in establishing a stable lifestyle and a positive support system.
We provide emergency food, clothing, and hygiene items for qualifying women in our community. Pantry/Closet hours are by appointment only. Call 806-358-7803 to see if  you qualify.
Educational and life skills classes and workshops are available free of charge, including WOMEN ONLY GED classes and basic skills computer classes.  We have a 12 station computer lab open for women for job searches and educational purposes. We also have information on other resources available to in our area. We hope to help women break the chains of incarceration, addiction, abuse and instead learn to live healthy, productive and Godly lives.

Are you a post- offending or at-risk woman looking for help?

Whether you were just released or if you have been out for a while and find yourself in a crisis situation, we are here to help YOU!
Call 806-358-7803 if you are in need of emergency food, clothing, or hygiene items.
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Check out the calendar below to see upcoming classes or events.
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CALENDAR OF UPCOMING CLASSES AND EVENTS:

  • Ongoing    Women Only GED Classes – In partnership with Amarillo College.  Instructor taught classes Tuesday and Thursday morning 9-11:30 am or Tuesday and Thursday evening 5:30-7:30 pm. Call for more information on these free classes.
  • Ongoing    Basic Skills Computer Classes – In partnership with Goodwill Industries.   This 7 week course includes fundamentals of computer function, Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outook), Internet usage, cyber-security and applying to jobs online. Every woman that completes the course is eligible to receive a  free refurbished computer courtesy First Baptist Church’s Computer Ministry.  Space is limited. Call to for more information. 
  • Sept. 24    STYLED FOR SUCCESS! EMPOWERING WOMEN FOR THE WORKPLACE CONFERENCE – Presented by Lindsey Murphy with Education Credit Union, Workforce Solutions, Goodwill Industries, Amarillo College and some of the top professionals in our area. This conference will include interpersonal communication and interview techniques, resume building, career exploration and job fair preparation along with mock interviews. Each woman will receive a complete interview outfit along with accessories. 9am-2:30pm at the Civic Center Heritage and Regency Rooms. Space is limited. Call 806-358-7803 to register.
  • Oct 7-17    FALL 2 GED Registration and Assessments – Call to make an appoint to register for free women only GED Classes.
  • Oct 18    Basic Skills Computer Classes Begin – In partnership with Goodwill Industries. See description above.  Space is extremely  limited. Call 806-358-7803 to register. 
  • Oct 19    Self Defense seminar –Based on Gracie Jiu-Jitsu techniques this seminar covers the most common and dangerous threats against women. Covering both the psychological and physical aspects of self-defense, including how to defend against hair-grabs, choke-holds, bear hugs, weapon defenses and more. Beyond the physical techniques, we will reinforce awareness principles, risk assessment, and verbal and psychological strategies a woman can use to set safe boundaries with others – even if the perpetrator is someone she knows. At the core of this mindset is the belief that you are worth defending!  Registration begins Sept. 16th. Call for details.
  • Oct 22    Fall 2 GED Classes begin – Women only GED program - instructor lead classes Tuesday and Thursday morning 9-11:30 am or Tuesday and Thursday evening 5:30-7:30 pm
  • Nov 16    Control Club Captain – Join us as Lynae Jacob entertains us with song, wit and poignant testimony as she tells us how to control the chaos. “‘Peace. It does not mean to be in a place where there is no noise, trouble or hard work. It means to be in the midst of those things and still be calm in your heart.’ Jesus calms my heart. And I love the way He holds me in the midst of chaos.” Registration begins Oct. 21st. Call for details.

Volunteer opportunities for The Lucille and Leo Caiafa, jr. Center for Advancement

  • Workshop and seminar leaders
  • Help with the food pantry & clothing closet
  • Computer lab monitor
  • GED tutors
  • Office volunteer

"I don't have the time to volunteer, how else can I help?"

You can help by donating basic needs supplies.  Most recently released women are left with only the clothes on their back. By providing basic clothing, food, and hygiene items we are able to remove some obstacles so these women can focus on their next steps to stability.