You are not a number.

Matthew holds a paralegal certificate and is passionate about advocating for people affected by incarceration, addiction and homelessness. Through his work on the streets of Boston and beyond, he shares stories that are too often overlooked and helps connect people and families with resources.

Guided by his faith, his family and his own journey of recovery, Matthew believes everyone deserves to be seen as a human being and given the opportunity to rebuild their life.

A Lexington METCO alumnus and Northeastern University mechanical engineering graduate, Jarid’s experience spans project management, sustainable agriculture and startup development, including indoor farming design for Emirates’ Bustanica farm and projects with Sensei Agriculture.

Continuing his family’s legacy of service in Boston, Jarid has supported neighborhood events, community organizations and youth agriculture education. He strengthens the organization through financial stewardship, strategic planning and sustainable systems, with a focus on helping people and families build lasting stability.

An independent media creator, stream producer (MDrandom781, “Your Local MASSHOLE”) and incoming certified outreach coach, Mark brings a background in visual media, digital communication and grassroots advocacy, with a focus on mental health awareness, grief and community engagement.

His commitment is shaped by his own journey overcoming addiction and walking through profound family loss. Mark drives street outreach, media strategy and digital content, guiding people toward health, housing and recovery resources and showing them they aren’t alone.

As a mother and survivor of domestic abuse, Kayleigh is passionate about helping others recognize their worth, regain confidence and find hope. With nearly 20 years as a hairstylist and educator, she believes personal care, self-respect and genuine human connection can make a powerful difference in someone’s healing.

Kayleigh supports people facing addiction, homelessness and hardship by promoting hygiene, self-care, education and access to essential resources, to restore dignity and remind people that their past does not define their future.

Lisa’s path has been anything but linear. Through years of struggle, eight years of hard-won sobriety and surviving major life events, she experienced two devastating relapses that pushed her to her limits. Each time, she found the strength to claw her way back.

Her most recent relapse became the catalyst for a complete transformation. Lisa rebuilt her life from the inside out and channeled her resilience and determination into building her own company. Her story is proof that it’s always possible to rise, rebuild and create a legacy.

Tracie is a Massachusetts-based executive, strategist, negotiator and community leader with deep experience in business development, nonprofit leadership, government relations and strategic partnerships. She is the former Executive Director of the Hispanic American Chamber of Commerce of Massachusetts and former Vice President of the Cape Cod Military Support Foundation, with foundational involvement in initiatives supporting veterans, military families and underserved communities.

Throughout her career, Tracie has helped small businesses and nonprofits grow their visibility, credibility and access to opportunity. She believes every community deserves meaningful access to the relationships, resources and decisions that influence its future.

Cameron serves in outreach, driven by a deeply personal commitment to supporting others. Growing up with a mother who struggled with addiction and wasn’t present during his upbringing, he channels that experience into making sure people and families get the support they need.

A compelling public speaker, natural connector and dedicated networker, Cameron builds the community relationships that make outreach work.

Jayson is the founder of the Epic Recovery Foundation and Epic Recovery Coaching LLC. He has worked as a Recovery Support Specialist at Hillside Detox, Charles River Recovery and CAB Treatment Center, provided residential support at Dimock Health Center, served as a program assistant at the Gavin Foundation, and was assistant manager and intake coordinator at Essex House Men’s Sober Living.

His work covers case management, recovery planning, crisis support, group facilitation and connecting people to the resources that keep them alive and moving forward. He’s a Certified Recovery Coach, trained in CPI crisis intervention, and working toward his LADC II through UMass Boston. He also created the Epic Recovery 90 Day Reset, a workbook for building structure and accountability in early recovery.

His approach is honest and direct. He doesn’t pretend recovery is easy. In his words: “My worry isn’t relapse. It’s wasting potential.”