Threshold of Hope Community Development 501(c)(3)– Health, Support & Hope for Kentucky Communities.
Who We Are
Threshold of Hope Community Development Co. is committed to reducing health disparities, breaking cycles of poverty, and empowering individuals to live healthier, more self-sufficient lives.
We work across rural and urban Kentucky — building bridges between communities and life-changing resources through health services, education, and compassionate support
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Our Mission
To empower underserved individuals through equitable access to health, wellness, education, and support services that foster independence, dignity, and hope.
Our Impact
250+ neighbors reached in 2025
120 trained in CPR/Stop the Bleed
400 senior meal boxes delivered
15+ community events & health fairs
"Threshold of Hope gave me more than resources — they gave me hope and a community that truly cares."
— Maria, Louisville
Meet Our Founder & Executive Director
Karen Hunter
Karen Hunter is a Health Education Specialist II, Certified Community Health Worker (CCHW), and Peer Support Specialist (PSS) with Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness.
With over 14 years of sustained sobriety, a proven track record in community organizing, and certifications as a CPR/BLS Instructor, WHAM Instructor, and Stop the Bleed Instructor—along with expertise in infodemiology—Karen leads with lived experience, professional skill, and deep compassion for the communities she serves
She's passionate about connecting people with the tools they need to survive — and thrive.
Karen is a dedicated public health advocate, and the visionary Executive Director of Threshold of Hope Community Development Co., a nonprofit committed to empowering underserved communities through direct support, education, and resources. With over a decade of hands-on experience, Karen wears many hats—and wears them all with heart.
As a Certified Community Health Worker (CCHW), Peer Support Specialist, CPR/BLS Instructor, Stop The Bleed Instructor and Health Education Specialist II for Louisville Metro Public Health & Wellness, Karen provides critical services including health education, peer support, and life-saving trainings such as Hands-Only CPR and Stop the Bleed. She regularly organizes health and resource fairs, distributes food to families in need, and builds partnerships to extend Threshold of Hope’s reach throughout Kentucky’s most vulnerable communities.
Karen also volunteers her time to ensure community members are not only heard but helped. Whether she’s delivering food boxes door-to-door, purchasing school shoes and haircuts for children, or leading public health workshops, her work centers on equity, compassion, and sustainable change.
What We Do
Our work spans four core areas:
Health & Wellness Services
- BLS & Hands-Only CPR Training
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Stop the Bleed
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Health Screenings & Immunizations
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HIV/STD Education
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WHAM Lifestyle Coaching
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Nutrition Counseling & Healthy Cooking
Peer & Community Support
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Certified Peer Support & CHW Services
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Senior Services & Companionship
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Case Management & Resource Navigation
Education & Workforce Readiness
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Resume Building & Job Search Coaching
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Financial Empowerment Workshops
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OSHA, CPR, and Workplace Safety Trainings
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Technology Center for Job Seekers
Community Engagement
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Health & Resource Fairs
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Senior Gatherings & Youth Programs
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Community Garden & Food Security Initiatives
Volunteer With Us
"When we donated industrial-sized bags of onions and potatoes, we weren’t just giving food—we were helping serve hundreds of meals to those who need it most."
"This handcrafted paper community helped young children learn the importance of community partners, teamwork, and shared values through hands-on play and imagination."
Volunteer Kary Goff Jr. exemplifies the spirit of service—delivering food with dignity to families in need and reminding us that compassion is a powerful force for change.
"Kary Goff Jr. is a dedicated volunteer who brings both heart and skill to our mission—building our website, solving technical challenges, and going door-to-door to deliver food and hope directly to those who need it most." Kary brings technical skills to build and maintain our website, while also going door-to-door delivering resources to neighbors.
"Kelsey Lynn, A licensed psychotherapist donating her expertise to support our wellness programs. Kelsey is compassionate about volunteering her time to offer professional advice and guidance—helping community members navigate life’s challenges with care and expertise."
"Volunteer Mondae brought warmth and nourishment to our health and resource fair—cooking and serving meals with love to every community member who attended."
How You Can Help
Your involvement makes our mission possible.
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Volunteer your time to serve at events, lead workshops, or mentor youth.
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Partner with us to expand outreach and access to care.
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Donate today to fund training, screenings, and essential resources for those who need them most
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