Program Overview

HOFNOV provides healing-centered, culturally grounded programs that support youth ages 12–26. Our services focus on mentorship, violence prevention, leadership development, and opportunities that help youth build their future.

1. Street Outreach & Intervention

Our outreach team maintains a consistent presence in the community, offering:

• mentorship

• crisis response

• conflict interruption

• support navigating challenges

• safe, trusted relationships

We meet youth where they are and help them move toward stability and safer choices.

2. Youth Leadership & Life Skills

Workshops and hands-on sessions that build:

• confidence

• communication skills

• personal accountability

• conflict management

• goal setting

• workforce readiness

Youth learn to lead from within and build a healthy sense of identity.

3. Jr. CEO Entrepreneurship Program

A unique 14-week youth entrepreneurship program where participants learn:

• business planning

• branding

• product creation

• financial literacy

• customer service

• marketing basics

The program ends with a community vendor fair where youth sell their products and keep 100% of the proceeds.

4. Healing-Centered Activities

Healing experiences include:

• fishing trips

• outdoor activities

• mentorship circles

• restorative workshops

• community-building events

These experiences reduce stress, strengthen relationships, and build resilience.

5. EGI: Ending Girls’ Incarceration Program

Gender-responsive diversion and support for girls and gender-expansive youth ages 14–24.
Services include:

• case management

• safety planning

• systems navigation

• CSEC-informed support

• crisis intervention

• connections to housing, mental health, and stability resources