About the Benches of Hope Project

The Benches of Hope are striking purple benches, hand-painted and inscribed with uplifting messages such as You Matter and Still Standing. These benches are more than places to sit—they are public symbols of hope, healing and community care. Each bench honors those living with pulmonary hypertension, mental health challenges and other invisible illnesses. 

Host a Bench of Hope

• Provide a permanent location for a bench, preferably indoors or in a safe outdoor space.
• Collaborate with our team on delivery, installation, and a brief presentation event.
• Optionally dedicate the bench or suggest a stenciled message meaningful to your organization.
• There is no cost to host; sponsorships cover all expenses.
   

Volunteer with the Project

• Help identify bench host sites across the community.
• Coordinate logistics and assist with bench painting, delivery, and installation.
• Track sponsorships and volunteer hours, and contribute to community outreach.
• Capture photos and stories for awareness and media materials.
• You will be provided with all materials, templates, and support.
   

Become a Bench Sponsor
Your contribution helps cover materials, paint, delivery, and a custom recognition plaque. Sponsorship options include:

• Sponsor one or more benches
• Be recognized in our outreach materials and official website
• Receive a framed photo and optional speaking invitation at the bench dedication
• We are also happy to match your sponsorship to a pre-approved host site if you do not have a preference.
   

Sponsorship Tiers

• Community Partner – supports one Bench of Hope
• Awareness Sponsor – supports multiple benches
• Empowerment Sponsor – supports broader bench placement
• Hope Sponsor – supports the full community installation effort
   

Let’s Build a Movement of Hope and Healing
Whether you choose to volunteer, host, or sponsor, your involvement directly strengthens our shared commitment to visibility, wellness, and belonging. We are grateful for your interest in joining this visible movement of community care.

Please reach out to RBWPHGroup@gmail.com or visit www.robertabaineswheeler.org for more information, to ask questions, or to confirm your interest. We would be honored to collaborate with you.