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Titus Hopper as Hop

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About This Story

Meet Titus Hopper, a joyful husband, father, educator, entrepreneur, and inspiration—a true "hope dealer." As Hop the Black Santa, he shares his life journey centered around fatherhood and family. Titus tells his heartwarming story of hope, faith, adoption, and the joy he brings to his community and loved ones as Santa Claus.

This recording is produced by Institute for Family, using interviews recorded by StoryCorps.


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