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Hopelynd

@hopelyndofficial

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Disability advocacy through art & photography
Celebrating community. Equipping photographers.
📍Grand Rapids, Michigan
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We are turning creativity into advocacy. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Will you join us?! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Please share, ask friends to follow and save to help us grow ❤️ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ New design. Hoping to share merch soon! by @hopelyndofficial
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10 months ago
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The Story Behind Hopelynd It comes from our daughters’ middle names: Gabriella Hope and Naomi Lynne. ✨ Hope stands for strength, optimism, and the belief in possibility. ✨ Lyn represents connection, heritage, and compassion. ✨ The “D” symbolizes disability—the very inspiration for why Hopelynd exists. Hopelynd is more than a brand—it’s a movement. A place where creativity, compassion, and community come together. Where individuals with physical and mental disabilities are not just included, but celebrated. We’re building something beautiful together—thank you for being part of this journey. #DisabilityInclusion #GrandRapidsEvents #grkids #GRPLAYS #familyfun #iheartgr by @hopelyndofficial
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a year ago
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Hopelynd is just getting started—but the vision is clear, and the momentum is real. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ What is Hopelynd? Hopelynd is a faith-rooted, purpose-driven brand on a mission to honor the stories and dignity of people with d!sabilities. Through creativity, compassion, and community, we’re working to create a welcoming photography and event space where all abilities are celebrated, and every person feels seen, valued, and wonderfully made. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ We’re currently raising the funds needed to bring this dream to life—and we officially have a nonprofit status. Every step we take moves us closer to opening a space that’s fully accessible, with adaptive features, sensory-friendly areas, and inclusive design. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ✨ Here’s how you can be part of it: — Follow our journey — Share our story — Visit our website to learn more — Join our email list for updates, inspiring stories, and opportunities to get involved ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ We’re building a space where your diagnosis isn’t a barrier—it’s simply part of your beautiful story. Together, we can create a space where creativity, connection, and disability inclusion thrive for everyone. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #Hopelynd #InclusionMatters #WonderfullyMade #DisabilityAwareness #AutismAcceptance #LimbDifferenceAwareness #AccessibleSpaces #CreativityForAll #FundInclusion #PurposeDriven #BuildingBelonging by @hopelyndofficial
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a year ago
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Our Accessible Holiday Mini Sessions are back! 🎄 Join us Saturday, December 5 at ANS Collective in Grandville for relaxed, 30-minute family sessions designed with accessibility in mind. Every family receives 5–10 edited images, just in time for the holidays. ✨ Families of five or fewer ✨ Built-in time, patience and breaks ✨ Offered for a suggested donation based on what your family is able to give Spots are limited. Sign up at the link in our bio! #Hopelynd #HolidayMinis #AccessiblePhotography #FamilyPhotos #GrandvilleMI #DisabilityInclusion by @hopelyndofficial
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16 hours ago
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We sat down with a team of designers through AIAGR to talk about the future studio of Hopelynd. We casted our vision so they could bring it to life. taken in Grand Rapids, Michigan by @hopelyndofficial
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a day ago
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Support our artists and Hopelynd. We believe our artists should be paid for their work so as our fall fundraiser we are sharing it with you. Hopelynd.com/shop by @hopelyndofficial
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2 days ago
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Advocating isn’t (and shouldn’t be) something we do as needed…it should be a part of our everyday lives 🤍 #advocacy #michiganwedding #inclusiveweddings #michiganweddingphotographer #advocate ating taken in Grand Rapids, Michigan by @hopelyndofficial
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4 days ago
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Every piece at our ArtPrize booth was made by an artist living with a disability. 💛 Thank you to everyone who stopped by our tent at the Merchants and Makers Market this weekend. Every card you picked up, every painting you carried home and every kind word you shared meant more to our artists than you may ever know. You met young artists like Divya, whose "Gingerbread Joy" card shows a girl in a wheelchair waving hello in the snow, and Gabby, who proudly held up her handmade ghost garland. ✨ Missed us? We've moved our booth online! Shop original art, handmade goods, greeting cards and Hopelynd apparel. Every sale supports both the artist and Hopelynd's mission. 🛍️ Shop through the link in our bio Huge thanks to our volunteers Helena and Emma for running the booth! 🙌 #Hopelynd #EmergeArtists #ArtPrize #GrandRapids #DisabilityInclusion #ShopSmall #SupportLocalArtists #WestMichigan by @hopelyndofficial
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11 days ago
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When every detail is effortless and considered. Laila by Maggie Sottero #MaggieSottero #FloralWeddingDress #BridalInspo by @hopelyndofficial
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20 days ago
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People often get us confused. Let’s set the record straight. ❤️ However both of us do love to advocate for the disability community. taken in Grand Rapids, Michigan by @hopelyndofficial
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23 days ago
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We’re finally ready to share these cute cards that our Hopelynd Community has been working on over the summer. They will be available at Merchants and Makers October 3 near Rosa Parks Circle. Also if you’re not local you can buy them online starting in October! by @hopelyndofficial
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a month ago
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Sharing in your happy moments and helping to make them possible will NEVER get old ❤️ Congratulations Saleem & Katie! #proposal #disabilityinclusion #hopelynd #accessiblephotography #msualum taken in Michigan State University by @hopelyndofficial
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a month ago
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