Our Purpose is Simple
To provide a hand up—not a handout—so that individuals and families can build lives of dignity, purpose, and self-reliance.
To provide a hand up—not a handout—so that individuals and families can build lives of dignity, purpose, and self-reliance.
Our Vision
A Lake County where every individual who is willing to work has the opportunity to achieve independence, where hunger and homelessness are no longer barriers to a better life, and where families have the support they need to build lasting financial stability and hope for future generations.
A Lake County where every individual who is willing to work has the opportunity to achieve independence, where hunger and homelessness are no longer barriers to a better life, and where families have the support they need to build lasting financial stability and hope for future generations.
Our Mission
The New Beginning Initiative exists to eliminate hunger and homelessness in Lake County by empowering individuals and families who are committed to helping themselves. Rather than creating long-term dependency, we provide targeted, temporary support that removes the barriers preventing people from obtaining and maintaining meaningful employment.
We focus on practical solutions such as transportation, childcare, housing assistance, education, job training, and other employment-related needs that often stand between hardworking individuals and self-sufficiency. By addressing these obstacles, we help people move beyond crisis toward stability, independence, and long-term success.
We believe that lasting change occurs when communities invest in people who are willing to invest in themselves. Working alongside nonprofit organizations, employers, government agencies, and community partners, we strive to create a collaborative model that not only transforms lives in Lake County but also serves as an example for communities across the nation.
The New Beginning Initiative exists to eliminate hunger and homelessness in Lake County by empowering individuals and families who are committed to helping themselves. Rather than creating long-term dependency, we provide targeted, temporary support that removes the barriers preventing people from obtaining and maintaining meaningful employment.
We focus on practical solutions such as transportation, childcare, housing assistance, education, job training, and other employment-related needs that often stand between hardworking individuals and self-sufficiency. By addressing these obstacles, we help people move beyond crisis toward stability, independence, and long-term success.
We believe that lasting change occurs when communities invest in people who are willing to invest in themselves. Working alongside nonprofit organizations, employers, government agencies, and community partners, we strive to create a collaborative model that not only transforms lives in Lake County but also serves as an example for communities across the nation.
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.
FOR MORE INFORMATION AND/OR TO HELP YOU CAN CONTACT:
JACKIE RODRIGUEZ – (440) 354-2148 X 504 - TO [email protected]
DONNA BULLIS - (440) 357-2008 - [email protected]
LAKEISHA FERGUSON - (440) 354-3774 – [email protected]
JACKIE RODRIGUEZ – (440) 354-2148 X 504 - TO [email protected]
DONNA BULLIS - (440) 357-2008 - [email protected]
LAKEISHA FERGUSON - (440) 354-3774 – [email protected]
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Who it helpsAre 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.
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What we doWe 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.
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Get startedApply 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.
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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:
JACKIE RODRIGUEZ – (440) 354-2148 X 504 - TO [email protected]
DONNA BULLIS - (440) 357-2008 - [email protected]
LAKEISHA FERGUSON - (440) 354-3774 – [email protected]
