Changing Lives, Transforming Community Hope for the Inner City empowers East Chattanooga residents to achieve economic stability and reduce poverty for God’s glory. Changing Lives Transforming Community At Hope for the Inner City, everyone deserves a chance to thrive. Our mission is to engage, invest, and empower the residents of East Chattanooga to bring lasting economic stability to our community and reduce poverty for God’s glory. Through our Christ-centered programs and partnerships with local churches and like-minded organizations, we deliver innovative and impactful initiatives that address the physical, spiritual, and social needs of individuals and families.