We walk alongside each other in our struggles and joys.
Stride is a relationship-centered mentoring program that empowers staff, neighbors, and volunteers to accompany people in crisis to deepen their hope and motivation to overcome their barriers to long-term health and economic stability through partnerships and case management referrals.
“Anybody’s life can be rehabilitated. But you need people listening and supporting. Rolling up your sleeves getting involved.”
A deep mentoring relationship enabled Chris to persevere through homelessness and PTSD to become an appliance repair technician.
What we do:
Our Stride Program Prioritizes…
Innovative Mentor Training
Provide ongoing “relationship focused” mentor training and team-building support
Integrate successful care techniques that are change-focused and trauma-informed
Accompany those in crisis to our community training and meal events
Strong Partnerships
Feature comprehensive partner services through our crisis assistance resource center
Connect people to long term healing and stability through our education, workforce, financial, therapeutic, and home ownership partnerships
Relentless
Follow-Through
Health and financial goal setting assessments
Multiple weekly check-ins using CRM software to track progress
Compassionate, long term, “no matter what” second chances
Program Impact
73% crisis assistance referral rate through our strong network of partners
47 families were not evicted due to our direct assistance and referrals
124 families were stabilized through employment assistance, transportation assistance, prevention of utility disconnection, and/or obtaining needed household goods
Do you need assistance beyond food?
Other Resources
Go to 211 online to research other local resources.
Team Stride
If you live in the 53202, 53203, 53211, 53212, and 53217 zip codes, come to the Food Center during Food Center operations to meet with someone who will work with you directly.
Saturday 8:30AM - 10:30AM
Tuesday 4:00PM - 6:00PM
Ask for Team Stride to get connected!
WHAT IS TEAM STRIDE?
Team Stride will partner with you to navigate community resources.
We help make referrals and connections to other organizations that help with:
housing & utility resources
job training programs
employment assistance
mental health connections
We will walk with you and spend time assisting you in your need.
Ways to Get Involved
