Anquinett Pope
Our Founder
Anquinett Pope was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. Anquinett was educated in the Highland Park School district where she graduated top ten from Highland Park High School. Anquinett continued her education at Wayne County Community College and obtained her Associate degree of Arts in 2013. Anquinett didn't halt her education after completing her Associate degree. She pursued further studies at Davenport University, earning her bachelor's degree in business administration in 2019. Subsequently, she pursued a master's degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Non-profit management from Wilmington University.
Over the years Anquinett has donated her time to volunteering with several non-profit organizations including the North Detroit Jets, Junior Achievement, Gleaners Food Bank, and Sisters That Are Rising (S.T.A.R) where she served as administrative assistant.
Anquinett has always possessed a deep empathy and affection for others. Inspired by her own experiences, she made a heartfelt commitment to assist others in the same way that she had been helped. In 2013, following a significant loss in her life, she began providing support for families during Christmas and engaging in other acts of sponsorship. For an extended period, Anquinett personally financed these endeavors without any organizational affiliations. Then, in July 2023, she proudly inaugurated the Pursue Hope Foundation.