Our programs encompass a variety of components, but the pathway often begins at Ruth’s Boutique.

Ruth’s Boutique Lunch and Learn provides basic hygiene supplies for the family along with special extras set up in an elegant atmosphere. This allows individuals to shop for free for things that they need and also preserves their dignity.Rather than being handed a bag, items are chosen and this honors individual’s preferences and choices.

During the program, a speaker shares information about their discipline. We have had psychiatrists, financial planners and more come in to discuss vital information! Lunch is provided and relationships of trust are built.

Those who would like to further their path and learn important life skills have an opportunity to participate in Getting Ahead, Staying Ahead, Bridges Out of Poverty and Mental Health First Aid classes. These are all important resource building programs that aim to lead individuals into further growth.

At the core of our program is a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach that recognizes the resilience of individuals.

By starting with Ruth's Boutique, we address not only the practical needs of our participants but also their emotional and psychological well-being. We build relationships of trust and connect our shoppers to local professionals and information.

Our Pathway aims to increase awareness, improve outcomes, increase access to resources, and enhance participants' coping skills and resilience.

Getting Ahead graduates have the opportunity to come back after graduation and support new attendees by becoming a Mentor for their classes. We call this program Staying Ahead. If interested in furthering their path, they can become a facilitator as well. This allows individuals to become volunteers, leaders and supporters of those just beginning their journey.

Mental Health First Aid programs and Mental Health Classes make self care and awareness of wellness accessible for all. Bridges Out of Poverty trainings give context to the community. It allows employers, churches, organizations and individuals the ability to understand poverty in a way that leads to solutions, not continued barriers.

This pathway works.

Our Getting Ahead and Staying Ahead' program represents a comprehensive approach to financial literacy and mental health promotion, addresses the multifaceted needs of our participants and empowers them to thrive and give back.

Your support builds leaders and mentors and prepares people for the beautiful future story they were meant to have.

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