💜Our Mission

 Bella’s Hope Foundation is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization created to honor the life and legacy of our daughter, Gabriella "Bella" Hope Patterson, whose courage and compassion, even in the face of her battle with cancer, always led her to care for others. This foundation exists to recognize and uplift those who carry that same spirit—those who lead with kindness, act with empathy, and bring light to others in their darkest moments.

We believe that kindness is more than a feeling—it’s a force. Rooted in Bella’s example, we are committed to identifying, celebrating, and supporting individuals whose small acts of compassion create lasting ripples in their communities and for others. 

 Kindness: The quiet power of caring, especially when it’s not expected

Empathy: Feeling with others, not just for them

Community: Building hope through connection and shared humanity

Resilience: Choosing love, even in the face of adversity

Action: Turning hope into movement, just as Bella did

  Bella experienced firsthand how one small act—a kind word, a thoughtful gesture, a warm smile—could lift her spirits during her hardest days. Through scholarships and kindness grants, our goal is to continue that cycle, rewarding individuals who embody the compassion that made Bella’s light shine so brightly. Bella was passionate about education and dreamed of attending a large college to become a Neuro Researcher. She loved and had such respect and admiration for her teachers from a very young age, and they inspired her always to want to give her best. We hope that the scholarships awarded will help kids pursue their higher education dreams and continue to contribute to making the world a better place. 

We award those who give, not for recognition, but from the goodness of their hearts. Because in doing so, they remind others that hope is never lost—it just takes one person to believe again.

 Our grants and scholarships go to individuals—of any age—who are making a difference through simple, selfless actions. By supporting them, we not only amplify their impact but also encourage a culture where kindness is celebrated and contagious. Because when one person leads with empathy, others follow. 

 Bella’s Hope Kindness Grants & Scholarships reward individuals who embody the values of empathy, kindness, and quiet leadership. These are not based on academic merit or financial need alone, but on the heart behind the actions.

• Individuals may apply directly or be nominated by someone who has witnessed their act of kindness
• Applications and nominations are reviewed by our foundation’s board and community volunteers
• Awards range from $500–$2,000, depending on the impact and scope of the nominee’s actions
• Grants may be used for education, personal development, community projects, or continuing the kindness mission

 Our nomination process is simple and heartfelt. Tell us about the person, what they did, and why it mattered. No act is too small—if it came from a place of love, it deserves recognition.