The Hurricane Foundation, Inc. (HFI)

Narrative/ executive summary
     The Hurricane Foundation non- profit is working in connection with GMSAC Inc., which is a 501c3 tax exempt organization to apply for funding to support our Homeless women and children initiative. These funds will be used to assist women, homeless veterans and their children in securing a safe environment at a home to be transitioned back into their community with their children and families. This initiative will provide stable housing for women, homeless veterans, and their children in Virginia.
     This initiative will provide women homeless veterans and their children with secure, stable, housing, mental health assessment, and, Credit repair, interviewing techniques and preparation, the basics of banking credit and credit score.
This initiative is in fact being constructed under the HFI and supported by other 501c3 nonprofit organizations throughout the United States to eradicate Women Veterans homelessness. This project will be ongoing and operating under the Hurricane Foundation Non-profit and GMSAC and, operate throughout the year to eradicate women veteran’s homelessness and uniting mothers along with their children.

Brief organization description
     This corporation is a nonprofit public benefit corporation and is not organized for the private gain of any person. The corporation is organized under the Nonprofit Public Benefit Corporation Law for charitable and educational purposes. The programs will consist of but not limited to purchasing homes for homeless women veterans and reuniting them with their children. We will accomplish this through our four main fundamental principles: physical, spiritual, mental health, entrepreneurship and mentorship while providing ongoing resources to ensure success sustainable transitioning.

Physical

     We are committed to partnering with men, women, and families to address their physical needs comprehensively by helping homeless veteran to obtain and sustain an affordable home with their children with resources to sustain occupancy in that home. Our approach encompasses various aspects of physical well-being, including access to essential healthcare services, nutritious food, safe shelter, and adequate clothing.

     We prioritize creating a supportive environment where individuals and families can access the resources they require to maintain their health and vitality. Whether it's connecting individuals with medical professionals, organizing community health initiatives, or facilitating access to nutritious meals and stable housing, we are dedicated to ensuring that everyone we serve has their basic physical needs met. Through our collaborative efforts, we aim to promote holistic health and wellness, laying the foundation for individuals and families to thrive in every aspect of their lives.

Financial

     We will collaborate with individuals, both men and women, as well as families, to offer comprehensive support encompassing physical, social, and mental guidance. Our aim is to empower them to not only sustain themselves but also to thrive. Through the implementation of innovative concepts and strategies, we aspire to foster resilience and self-sufficiency, enabling individuals and families to navigate life's challenges with confidence. Our approach integrates both individualized attention and group support, recognizing the importance of both personal growth and community connection in achieving lasting positive change.

     Together, we will build, direct, and guide towards a brighter future for all.

We are committed to partnering with individuals, men, women, and families alike, to offer specialized financial mentorship as part of our comprehensive support services. Financial stability is a cornerstone of well-being, and we recognize the importance of equipping individuals with the knowledge, skills, and resources they need to make sound financial decisions and achieve their goals.

     Our financial mentorship programs are designed to meet people where they are on their financial journey, whether they are just starting out, facing challenges, or seeking to build wealth and financial security for themselves and their families. Through personalized guidance and support, our mentors help individuals develop practical money management skills, create budgets, manage debt, and set and achieve financial goals.

     We believe in empowering individuals to take control of their finances and build a solid foundation for the future. Our mentors provide ongoing support and encouragement, helping individuals navigate financial obstacles and make informed choices that align with their values and priorities. Whether it's saving for education, buying a home, starting a business, or planning for retirement, we are here to provide the guidance and resources needed to turn financial aspirations into reality.

     Through our financial mentorship programs, we aim to foster financial independence, resilience, and confidence among the individuals and families we serve. By empowering them with the knowledge and skills to manage their money effectively, we help pave the way for a brighter and more secure future.

Entrepreneurship

     Helping our homeless veterans obtain a stable safe environment by help them receive affordable housing to keep and provide the needs of their individual families. We will offer assistance for those veterans that want to start and understand how to start, run and sustain their business through our partners such as the VA, HUD, and other local resources and agencies that will be in place to help teach and give veterans resources and education needed to run their business.

Spiritual

     Our commitment extends beyond addressing just the physical needs of individuals, men, women, and families alike. We understand the significance of nurturing the spiritual dimension of human existence. Therefore, our approach incorporates tailored support to cater to their spiritual needs.

     We recognize that spirituality is a deeply personal aspect of life, encompassing beliefs, values, and connections to something greater than oneself. Our efforts are focused on creating a space where individuals feel supported in exploring and expressing their spiritual beliefs, whatever they may be. This could involve providing access to religious or spiritual communities, facilitating opportunities for prayer, meditation, or reflection, and offering guidance and support in navigating existential questions and challenges.

     Through our holistic approach, we aim to foster a sense of meaning, purpose, and interconnectedness among those we serve, recognizing the profound impact that spirituality can have on overall well-being. By attending to the spiritual needs of individuals and families, we strive to support their journey towards wholeness and fulfillment on a deeper level.

     Our experts offer valuable insights and strategies to help clients grow in their lives.

Mentorship

     We are dedicated to working closely with men, women, and families, offering mentorship as a vital component of our support system. Mentorship is a powerful tool for personal and professional growth, and we recognize its potential to empower individuals to reach their fullest potential.

     Our mentorship programs are designed to provide guidance, support, and encouragement tailored to the unique needs and aspirations of each individual. Whether it's navigating career choices, developing leadership skills, or overcoming personal challenges, our mentors offer valuable insights, wisdom, and advice gained from their own experiences.

     Through one-on-one mentoring sessions, group workshops, and community events, we create opportunities for meaningful connections between mentors and mentees. These relationships are built on trust, respect, and mutual learning, fostering a supportive environment where individuals can explore their goals, develop new skills, and gain confidence in themselves.

     By investing in mentorship, we aim to equip men, women, and families with the tools and resources they need to succeed, both personally and professionally. Through the guidance of mentors who believe in their potential, individuals can unlock new opportunities, overcome obstacles, and chart a course towards a brighter future.

Detailed program description
     The primary goal of the Veteran Women and Children Missing In Action (MIA) Housing Initiative will be to assist thousands of women veterans who are homeless or who are at risk of becoming homeless.

Mission

     Homeless Veteran Women & Children Initiative will launch and manage several Housing Programs throughout America:

-To assist women veterans who are homeless 

-To help prevent as many women veterans from becoming homeless

- Dedicated to providing affordable housing

- Educating veterans on becoming self-sufficient & homeowners through 

THE R.E.P.A.I.R PROGRAM

     Our nonprofit aims to empower individuals and families physically, spiritually, emotionally and financially through providing resources that go beyond financial aid, fostering lasting prosperity through comprehensive financial guidance. We provide workshops, seminars, and personalized consultations, equipping participants with skills for wealth accumulation and management. By promoting prudent saving habits, investment strategies, and asset allocation, we aim to break the cycle of financial instability and uplift communities for generations to come.

Physical:

     We address physical needs comprehensively, ensuring access to essential healthcare, nutritious food, safe shelter, and clothing. Through partnerships and initiatives, we promote holistic health and wellness, laying the foundation for individuals and families to thrive.

         Ensuring their health is maintained and treated for any sickness to include and not limited to, breast cancer for not just women but also men.  Black men have the highest incidence rates (2.7 out of every 100,000 men.  The International Women’s Boxing Association is sponsoring this information.

Spiritual:

      Beyond physical needs, we support individuals' spiritual well-being, providing a space for exploration and expression of beliefs. Through access to spiritual communities and guidance, we aim to foster meaning, purpose, and interconnectedness, supporting wholeness and fulfillment.

Financial:

     We collaborate with individuals and families, offering holistic support including physical, social, and mental guidance to not just survive, but thrive. Through innovative strategies, we promote resilience and self-sufficiency, integrating both personal growth and community connection for lasting positive change. Our specialized financial mentorship meets people where they are on their financial journey, providing practical skills and ongoing support to achieve financial goals and build a secure future.

Mentorship:

     Our mentorship programs offer guidance and support for personal and professional growth, empowering individuals to reach their fullest potential. Through tailored mentorship, workshops, and community events, we create opportunities for meaningful connections and skill development, charting a course towards a brighter future.

     The Hurricane Foundation nonprofit is a public benefit corporation and is not organized for the private gain of any person. The corporation is organized under the nonprofit public benefit, corporation law for charitable and educational purposes. This program will consist of, but not limited to housing, childcare, credit, financial literacy, etc.
Project values and principles
     99% of shelters take parents BUT will not accept the veterans’ children which creates a more exasperating issue predominantly resulting in dysfunctional family structures

     Most states including Alabama and Texas will incarcerate the homeless women veteran and take their children

     Mothers give up precious time and special irreplaceable moments with their children to join the military

     Lack of support and preparation for transition out of the military, impacts mental and physical readiness, coping skills, and reintegrating back into civilian society, which causes women’s veterans and their children to be four times more likely to become homelessness than their civilian counterpart

     Some children are not only separated from their parents but also subjected into foster care

Birmingham, AL VA homeless official stated that VA has no program in place that supports the children of veterans

     Many homeless women and children, move between couches, cars, floors, motels, and other unstable and unsafe situations; although these women veterans have put their lives on the line for this country. Women veterans are trained to kill but not trained to live.

     It’s quite common for children to feel at fault causing mental anguish

According to the NIH (National Institute of Health) SAD (Separation Anxiety Disorder) is the most common type of anxiety disorder in children

HUD (Department of Housing and Urban Development) and VASH (Veteran Affairs Supportive Housing) HUD-VASH enrolls the largest number and largest percentage of Veterans who have experienced long-term or repeated homelessness; however, there’s no legislation protection our homeless women veterans’ children.     

• Project goals/ objectives
  1. To provide a safe and stable environment for homeless women, veterans, and their children
  2. Provide affordable housing for homeless women, veterans, and their children
  3. To provide mental health counseling to homeless women, veterans, and their children
  4. To ensure that homeless Women Veterans are given the tool needed to provide a sustainable and affordable housing for homeless women veterans and their children

Methodology

The Homeless Veteran Women & Children Initiative formed nationwide in collaboration with other nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporations to help bridge the gap between homelessness and affordable housing:

1.    Obtain 2,000 foreclosed homes from HUD, VA, Agricultural Rural Development Housing, Cities, Counties, States, Banks, Tax Liens, and Private Owners Under Hurricane Foundation managed by non-profits

2.    Provide programs that can assist families to get all the needs met in a safe environment that will help heal our “sheroes”

3.    Eradicate homeless women veterans by November 11, 2024

4.    All homes will be managed and maintained by a management team appointed by our board leaders of the Hurricane Foundation

5.    The Hurricane Foundation management team will handle all housing applications which will include the screening of credit, references, background check, and income verification to determine eligibility based upon a favorable outcome for the veteran

6.    Our non-profit real estate firm will connect and work with HUD (Department of Housing and Urban Development) and the Department of Veterans Affairs to accept the VASH (Veteran Affairs Supportive Housing) Voucher

7.    The VASH Voucher will allow a woman veteran to live in one of the rental homes under the non-profit, with the woman veteran only paying a percentage of the rent based upon their adjusted gross income

8.    We will also seek other funding opportunities to aid veterans with rental assistance

9.    The Hurricane Foundation management team will work alongside the Department of Veteran Affairs, Community Leaders, Shelters, and Other Non-profits in many service areas to maintain a referral system and ongoing communication and support for all women veterans who enter the Women Veterans MIA (Missing in America) Housing Initiative

• We will partner with the Department of Veteran Affairs to provide self-sufficiency services and workshops for Veterans and Active-Duty Men and Women to attend

Eligibility
     All homeless Women Veterans eligible to participate in the women homeless veteran initiative program along with their children. All those who qualify based on the criteria for in the requirement for purchase of their home. As long as homeless veterans are able to provide 30% of their adjustable cross income along with the vow to provide by the veterans administration or HUD, they will be eligible to qualify for a home through GMSAC 501 c3 nonprofit corporation.
Desired Results
- To provide a safe and stable environment for homeless women, veterans, and their children
- Provide affordable housing for homeless women, veterans, and their children
To provide mental health counseling to homeless women, veterans, and their children
- To ensure that homeless Women Veterans are given the tool needed to provide a sustainable and affordable housing for homeless women veterans and their children
Staff description and projected salaries
     The Director’s primary responsibility is oversee the program.  The program 

director will conduct program evaluations to ensure that the project is conducted in accordance with the goal and objectives of the program.  The assistant Director/ grant writer will secure funding sources for various projects that will take place and will ensure that the funds are spend appropriately.  The Hurricane Foundation call 
- Office manager is responsible for all front office duties. The office manager will also serve as a support for the program director and other staff members.
- -  Program coordinator will be responsible for coordinating all resources to ensure each program is a success.  
- -  Top of the line office equipment will be purchased for carrying out things related to the objectives and goals of the nonprofit.  Office supplies will be purchased for the intended use which is to carry out the different programs that are completed each year for individuals, groups, organizations, etc. Rent /utilities are necessary direct costs associated with accomplishing the goals and objectives of The Hurricane Foundation. The copying and postage will be used to send out sensitive and other related documents essential to ensure deadlines are met. Subscription will be need to assist our clients with the goals and objectives of The Hurricane Foundation 

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