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About Us
In the heart of Pomona and the San Gabriel Valley, Project Hope CA is rewriting the stories of justice-impacted individuals. What began as a grassroots initiative in 2018 is now a beacon of hope for those navigating the challenging path of reentry after incarceration.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Project Hope CA has empowered hundreds of individuals through transformative workforce development, life coaching (case management), and holistic support services. Our work addresses the barriers that perpetuate recidivism and inequity, creating opportunities for healing and stability.
"When I first got out (from incarceration), I had nowhere to go and felt hopeless. I couldn’t find work with a record. But Project Hope accepted me and walked me through the whole process. Thanks to them, I now have my high school diploma and a steady job. I also start college in a few months. Everyone who’s rebuilding their life after incarceration needs a program like Project Hope."
- Program Participant
Our Services
Click here to learn more about our Reentry Programs and Community Engagement Initiatives.
Vision
We envision a world where violence is driven out by peace, equity, and opportunities for advancement; a world where every person, especially the marginalized and forgotten, thrives.
Mission
We provide support to individuals impacted by violence and incarceration through mentorship, reentry services, and community engagement.
Our Team
Roberta Espinoza
Executive Director
Armando Torreblanca
People and Operations Manager
KELLY KUO
Executive Assistant
Raymon Becerra
Lead Care Advocate
Colton Clancy
Care Advocate
Jaime Espinoza
Care Advocate
Brookelynn Maddox, MSW
Violence Prevention Coalition Coordinator
Interns/Trainees
MAURICE ROOKS
Peer Advocate
Liliana Barajas
Office Assistant
Jason Chico
Program Support
Our Board
Joe Louis Hernandez, Ph.D.
Director of Rising Scholars at Mt. San Antonio College
Patricia Lozano, MBA
Senior Director of University Relations at California University of Science and Medicine
Martin Mantilla
Entrepreneur/Consultant
Cecilia Mantilla
Influencer
Dr. Michael Jimenez
Trauma Medical Director at Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center
Cristian Gutierrez
Actor
Jesus Venegas
CEO of Nocturnal Life Entertainment LLC
Our Generous Supporters
