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Proud of Me Program 

How it works

At Epiphany Venture Partners, we provide more than a place to stay, we offer a clear, structured path to healing, growth, and lasting independence. Here’s how the process works from application to graduation

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Attend an Info Session & Determine Eligibility

Start by attending an informational session to learn more about EVP, our mission, and the program requirements. You’ll get an overview of what we offer and how to apply.

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Eligibility includes:

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  • Male-identifying individuals aged 18–45

  • 12 months sober (documentation required)

  • Currently homeless or at risk of housing instability

  • Willing to commit to a 12-month growth plan

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Orientation & Individualized Planning

Once accepted, residents complete a structured orientation and are assigned a dedicated caseworker. Together, they create a personalized success plan that aligns with the resident’s interests, goals, and growth areas—ensuring that each journey is both disciplined and empowering.

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Daily Structure with Purpose

Residents follow a well-balanced weekly routine that emphasizes healing, development, and accountability.
Each week includes:

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  • Job training or Educational program (construction, CDL, tech, entrepreneurship, Applied Health, GED, Associate)

  • Physical wellness (fitness, sports, mindfulness)

  • Therapy (weekly 1:1 and group sessions)

  • Financial literacy (budgeting, credit, savings)

  • Mentorship (weekly guest speakers, peer support)

  • Structured recreation and family visitation on weekends

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Career & Housing Preparation

As residents grow in confidence and capability, our team provides hands-on support for life after EVP.
This includes:

  • Resume writing and interview coaching

  • Employer introductions and job placement

  • Housing referrals and rental readiness

  • Networking support and alumni mentorship

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Graduation & Community Reintegration

Graduation marks a full-circle transformation. By the end of the 12-month program, residents are equipped with:

  • A career they can be proud of

  • A growing savings account and financial plan

  • Stable housing or a lease-in-hand

  • Emotional resilience and life skills

  • A commitment to give back as a leader in their community

Building a House

Learn-and-Earn Program

Building Homes. Building Skills. Building Futures.

At Epiphany Venture Partners (EVP), we believe in creating opportunities that go beyond temporary support. Our Learn-and-Earn Program empowers residents to gain real-world construction skills while actively renovating the very properties that will become affordable housing for others in need.

This is more than an apprenticeship—it’s a pathway to stability, ownership, and community transformation.

How it Works 

Construction Apprenticeship

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Residents who choose the Learn-and-Earn track receive hands-on training in:

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  • Carpentry and basic construction

  • Property renovation and repair

  • Site safety and maintenance skills

 

They work side-by-side with skilled supervisors and community contractors to revitalize EVP-owned properties, turning vacant or distressed units into livable homes.

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Earn While You Learn

 

Unlike traditional training programs, Learn-and-Earn participants receive a stipend while completing their apprenticeship. This provides immediate income, builds financial stability, and allows participants to start saving for their future.

Rebuilding the Community

 

Every property renovated through Learn-and-Earn creates more transitional or affordable housing in Essex County. Participants directly contribute to neighborhood revitalization while taking pride in the work they do for their community.

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Who Can Join?

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Pathways to Long-Term Housing

 

Graduates of the program will have first access to EVP’s renovated units and can choose one of two pathways:

 

  • Affordable Rentals: Income-based rental options for stable, low-cost housing

  • Purchase-to-Own: Opportunities to work toward eventual homeownership for select units.

 

This ensures that residents don’t just leave with skills, they leave with a foundation for a permanent home.

The Learn-and-Earn track is available to EVP residents who:

  • Are enrolled in the 12-month transitional housing program.

  • Commit to completing the construction apprenticeship schedule.

  • Are interested in trade careers or long-term housing opportunities.

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