Access services and support that help you rise above life’s challenges.

​HOW TO DONATE:

Donations can currently be made by check. Checks should be made payable to NBI, attn. Carrie Dotson at Lifeline, PO Box 496 in Painesville, OH 44077.



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​The New Beginning Initiative helps end hunger and housing insecurity in Lake County with services that make it easier for you to find a job and keep it.


​​Our program is supported by:

The New Beginning Initiative supports your progress towards finding and keeping a job that works for you. We help cover the cost of childcare, gas, car repairs, housing, education and job training so you can get to work.​

We help hardworking people like you. 

OUR GOAL
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Make a difference in Lake County

Financial support, in-kind donations and connections to job opportunities fuel our program. Learn more about how you can help us make an impact in our community.

Who it helps

Are you ready to change your life?​​
Maybe you don’t qualify for government assistance but it’s still hard to cover your expenses. It’s tough to know where to turn. We can help. 

What we do

We are not a government agency.
We’re a private program looking to build up our community. If you qualify, we may cover the cost of childcare, gas, transportation, housing, job training, and education. 

Get started 

Apply today!
This initiative is not one-size-fits-all. Our intake process will help determine your needs and identify the ways you can benefit from the program.

Who qualifies?

We work to help Lake County residents overcome barriers through gainful employment instead of public assistance. We support individuals on their path towards financial independence by covering the cost of childcare, gas, car repairs, housing, education and job skills training. 

​FOR MORE INFORMATION AND/OR TO HELP YOU CAN CONTACT:

  PAOLA WOOTEN– (440) 354-2148 - [email protected]
DONNA BULLIS - (440) 357-2008 - [email protected]
ALMA RILEY - (440) 354-3774 – [email protected]