Our Story
Hope Academy was founded out of a deep love for the youth of Minneapolis. In the 1990s, Russ Gregg, motivated by a desire to love his neighbors, settled in the Phillips neighborhood with his family. Witnessing the struggles of local schools, he felt compelled to create a solution for children who could not afford a private Christian education. After a divine meeting with Jeff Bird, who shared a similar vision, they embarked on a journey to establish a school that would serve the community. In September 2000, Hope Academy opened its doors with just 35 students in grades K-2, driven by a mission to provide accessible, quality education.