What We Do

Four Pillars of Support

Hope for Homies' mission is built upon four core pillars: Outreach, Community, Mentorship, and Foundations for the Future. Each pillar is designed to provide concrete support and a clear path toward positive change

This represents the stable, supportive environment we provide. It is a network of peer support and kinship that offers a sense of belonging and a safe space for individuals to grow without judgment.

Peer-to-Peer Support: Connecting individuals with a community of people who have similar lived experiences.
Family & Relational Support: We assist with vital steps like securing safe shelter, navigating the process of opening bank accounts, and connecting family members with employment opportunities.
Access to Basic Essentials: Providing consistent access to food, water, and clothing to meet immediate needs and build trust.

This pillar is our initial point of contact. Our team actively engages with individuals in various settings—from streets to correctional facilities—to establish trust and offer immediate, tangible support and resources.

Through this pillar, we connect individuals with mentors who have relevant lived experience. These mentors provide practical guidance and serve as living proof that a new life path is achievable.

This pillar encompasses the programs and services that equip individuals with the tools for long-term success. These include skill-building, workforce development, and healing-centered activities that help them build a stable and sustainable future.

Skill-Building & Workforce Development: Creating hands-on opportunities like the car detailing business to teach work ethic and financial management.
Purpose-Driven Activities: Engaging in programs and work, like the job of picking up the deceased, that foster responsibility, empathy, and a new sense of purpose.
Specialized Programs: Implementing unique initiatives like "Hoods in the Woods" that use new environments to promote healing, emotional regulation, and personal transformation.