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Focus: HOPE company history timeline

1981

In 1981, the Machinist Training Institute (MTI) opened, using curriculum developed in concert with local machine shop owners.

1982

After winning support for mothers and children, the co-founders tackled the issue of hunger among senior citizens – successfully extending the federal CSFP program to include low income seniors in 1982.

1987

To assist students, many of whom were parents of young children, the organization opened the Center for Children (CFC) in 1987.

1993

In 1993, an innovative college degree program was launched in the new Center for Advanced Technologies (CAT). Envisioned by Father Cunningham as a unique opportunity for students from the inner city, the CAT opened with support from the National Science Foundation and the Greenfield Coalition.

1997

Father Cunningham passed away on May 26, 1997 after a year-long battle with cancer.

1999

The Information Technologies Center (ITC) opened in 1999 and has placed students into careers as computer technicians and network administrators.

2007

Building on that success, ITC collaborated with Wayne State University to launch an Information Management and Systems Engineering degree program in 2007 that combines technology and business coursework.

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Founded
1968
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Headquarters
Detroit, MI
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Founders
Portia Roberson,Frank Kubik,Jewel Chapman,Waymond Hayes,Eleanor M. Josaitis,Father William T. Cunningham,Tashawna Parker
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