Peer-led · Peer-run · Peer-driven
A peer-driven path to reentry success.
Building Promise USA dismantles the cycle of incarceration, unemployment, and homelessness for people with justice involvement and behavioral health challenges, and for the families and communities around them.
Who We Are
Because we work on the front lines of the problem, we’re best built to solve it.
Our Mission
Our mission is to dismantle the cycle of incarceration, unemployment and homelessness among people with justice involvement and behavioral health challenges by providing transitional and support programs and services to them, their families and their communities.
Our Vision
Our vision is that formerly incarcerated individuals have the opportunity to successfully transition back into the community and go on to reach their full potential.
What We Do
Wraparound support for every barrier reentry brings up.
Reentry brings a long list of obstacles. We built a full set of services, employment, housing, food, and more, so no one has to face them alone.
Employment
Job readiness, resume workshops, interview prep, and direct job placement through connected partners.
Housing
Access to appropriate, stable housing for clients as they rebuild.
Peer support
Non-clinical, trauma-informed support groups led by people with lived experience.
Digital Access
Digital Literacy 101 sessions. Access to on site computer lab for job search and other needs.
Education
Vocational programs, access to tuition assistance and living stipends thanks to funding from community partners.
Economic
Financial literacy coaching and assistance to help after release.
Clothing
Free clothing through our Thrift-ish partnership and monthly clothing pop-up events.
Food
Access to a meal or snacks while clients engage in services, partnership with AAYHF grants access to food pantry.
Our Flagship Program
One Stop Shop
One door, every service. Clients get coordinated case management, housing navigation, benefits support, and a custom reentry plan, all in one place, so nothing falls through the cracks.
A Story from Our Community
"When I came home, I didn't know where to start. My peer support specialist helped me build a plan - housing first, then a job - and checked in with me every step of the way. I'm working again, and I'm not doing it alone."
A BPUSA client
Our Partners
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Your gift helps rebuild lives.
Building Promise USA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Every donation is tax-deductible and helps people navigating reentry access housing, employment, and peer support.