About Hope In Wax
Hey friends — I’m Robert Elrod, owner and founder of Hope in Wax.
This is where I share my journey — how it all began, and how I’m turning struggle into purpose. Earlier this year, life hit hard. Health issues meant I couldn’t work, and while waiting on my SSID process, I lost my home. I reached out to every veteran organization I could find — the ones promising to keep vets off the streets — but most were slow to act, or just… not there when it mattered. By October, I was staring down homelessness within 30 days. That’s when I found Operation Rally Point, and thankfully, they gave me and my Husky, Cherra, a safe place to land. But I realized something: we can do better. So, I created Hope in Wax — a candle business and wax melt built from scratch, with nothing but determination (and maybe a little stubbornness). I’m starting with wax melts to keep costs low and the mission moving.
My big vision? 100,000 candles / melts sold a month — enough to buy a home for a homeless vet every month, and eventually, to build something even bigger. 90% of all profits go toward helping veterans get back on their feet.
Every candle or melt means hope. Every flame, a promise. This is just the beginning of No One Left Behind.
Our inspiring mission
Hope in Wax is dedicated to helping homeless veterans. Founded by a veteran who experienced homelessness firsthand in Monroe GA, I'm committed to making a real difference in the lives of those who served our country. My mission is to provide housing and support to veterans in need through the sale of handcrafted candles and wax melts.
What makes us different?
I aim to inspire empathy and support for homeless veterans. By purchasing Hope In Wax's handcrafted candles and wax melts, you're directly contributing to providing safe and stable housing for those who have served our nation. Join me in making a difference and showing our veterans that they are not forgotten.
Experience the feeling
When you use Hope In Wax wax melts, I want you to experience empathy on a personal level. Each scent is crafted to evoke a sense of warmth and connection, reminding us of the importance of supporting those in need. Thank you for supporting my small business in Monroe, GA