Who We Are

About Us

Our Story

Rooted in Hernando County,
Serving All of Florida

We are a community-driven nonprofit organization founded by an independent insurance agency dedicated to protecting Florida homeowners and helping families prepare for the realities of severe weather. Based in Hernando County, we were born here — but our mission reaches every corner of the Sunshine State.

Through our work in homeowners insurance, we've seen firsthand how devastating hurricanes can be — not just structurally, but emotionally and financially for families caught in their path. Those experiences inspired us to take action beyond policies and paperwork, and to become a direct source of support when it matters most.

Our organization was built on the belief that no Florida family should feel alone or unsupported in the aftermath of a disaster. Whether you're in the Panhandle, South Florida, the Gulf Coast, or anywhere in between — when hurricanes strike and critical gaps in aid leave families struggling, we step in with immediate, compassionate assistance.

Driven by a passion for helping others and a commitment to every Florida family, we strive to be a reliable, boots-on-the-ground support system for residents across the entire state in their most vulnerable moments.

What Drives Us

Our Core Values

Speed

Emergency relief deployed within 24–72 hours of a disaster declaration.

Dignity

Every survivor treated with respect, compassion, and cultural sensitivity.

Accountability

Transparent financials — 91 cents of every dollar goes directly to programs.

Partnership

We work alongside local leaders, churches, and community organizations.

Our Journey

A Foundation Just Getting Started

Florida Strong — Eye of Hope Foundation

Eye of Hope is a brand new foundation — and we couldn't be more proud of that. We didn't wait for years of experience to begin making a difference. We started because Florida families needed support now, and we refused to stand by.

Born from the heart of an insurance agency that has witnessed the full weight of hurricane devastation — the loss, the fear, the long road to recovery — we decided to go beyond paperwork and become a real, hands-on force for good across Florida.

Headquartered in Hernando County, FL
Our roots are here — our reach is statewide.
Serving All of Florida
No county line limits who we help.
Community-First Model
Volunteers, donors & neighbors at the core.
Just Getting Started
The best is still ahead of us.
Our Team

The People Behind the Mission

Dr. Angela Reyes

Dr. Angela Reyes

Executive Director

20 years in disaster relief. Former FEMA regional coordinator.

Marcus Johnson

Marcus Johnson

Director of Operations

Ex-military logistics expert. Coordinates all field deployments.

Sarah Chen

Sarah Chen

Community Recovery Lead

Social worker turned relief specialist. Leads our long-term recovery programs.

Tom Bradwell

Tom Bradwell

Volunteer Coordinator

Managed 3,200+ volunteers across 18 disaster events nationwide.