About Us
Our Mission and Vision
Mission
Our mission is to empower individuals, especially youth and those impacted by homelessness, incarceration, addiction, or poverty to rebuild their lives through comprehensive support services. We provide education, job training, mental health care, recovery programs, and essential resources like food and clothing, helping people heal, grow, and reintegrate into society with dignity and purpose.
Vision
We envision a future where every young person—no matter their background, mistakes, or hardships—has access to the support, guidance, and opportunities they need to succeed. A community where justice-involved and at-risk youth are empowered through education, mental health care, job training, and unconditional support to rise above adversity and lead lives filled with purpose, stability, and hope.
8 Pillars of T.H.O.S.E.
Integrity
We are transparent, accountable, and faithful to our mission, honoring the trust of those we serve and those who support us.
Empowerment
We believe in equipping individuals—especially youth—with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to shape their own futures.
Compassion
We know that mental health is an important part of overall wellness. That's why we offer a range of mental health services, including counseling and support groups, to help youth navigate life's challenges.
Healing and Restoration
We prioritize mental health, recovery, and emotional support as essential parts of rebuilding lives and communities.
Second Chances
We believe everyone deserves a fresh start and the opportunity to grow beyond their circumstances.
Equity and Inclusion
We are committed to creating safe, welcoming spaces where everyone—regardless of race, background, gender, or status—has access to support and opportunity.
Youth-Centered Approach
We listen to, invest in, and elevate young people as future leaders, change-makers, and thriving members of society.
Community
We build together—fostering unity, collaboration, and shared responsibility to transform lives and neighborhoods.
About our Founding President and CEO
Lia Reese
For more than 20 years, Lia Reese has dedicated her life to uplifting underprivileged and underserved youth, creating safe spaces where children feel seen, valued, and empowered.
As Director of Programming for before- and after-school initiatives, she has designed and led tutoring, life skills, and empowerment classes that nurture not only academic growth but also self-confidence and resilience.
Certified in working with children who have developmental disabilities, she approaches every child with patience, compassion, and the belief that every young person has unlimited potential.
Her work is not just a profession but a calling—one rooted in the desire to help children dream bigger, reach higher, and discover their own strength. Through her leadership, countless youth and families have been touched, inspired, and transformed.