What We Do

Programs built around real barriers and real next steps.

Mentorship, education, sports, housing support, reentry resources, teen parent support, and community gardening work together to help people stabilize and grow.

Core Services

Immediate support connected to long-term development.

DBN combines mentoring, education, wellness, leadership, job readiness, community engagement, and resource navigation so participants can build confidence and practical pathways forward.

Mentorship & coachingEducational supportLife skills & leadershipCareer explorationWellness & counselingCommunity engagement
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Youth

Disadvantaged Youth

DBN supports disadvantaged youth through after-school programs, safe spaces, and resources that support academic success, physical health, social wellness, and character development.

  • Group mentorship that provides emotional and social support.
  • Safe environments through partnerships with local recreation centers during out-of-school hours.
  • Academic support that encourages positive school behavior.
  • Health, wellness, sports, arts, crafts, and access to technology training.
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Housing Stability

Unstably Housed

DBN provides outreach, shelter assistance, basic needs, and supportive services to individuals experiencing housing insecurity, with the goal of fostering stability and self-sufficiency.

  • Resource navigation for emergency and transitional needs.
  • Basic-needs support that helps participants stabilize first.
  • Partner referrals when specialized housing support is needed.
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Reentry

Returning Citizens

DBN helps returning citizens transition from prison or jail to productive community life through mentorship, life skills training, job readiness, and supportive services.

  • Job training and resume assistance tailored for people with criminal records.
  • Support navigating halfway houses and work-release programs.
  • Treatment referrals and varying levels of recovery support.
  • Family supports, dispute resolution, and community reintegration resources.
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Families

Teen Parents

Teen parents receive parenting education, academic assistance, essential resources, encouragement, and family-focused support that benefits both parent and child.

  • Academic assistance that helps young parents continue progressing.
  • Parenting education and essential resources.
  • Supportive referrals that strengthen family stability.
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Food & Sustainability

Community Garden

The Community Garden Initiative creates a sustainable green space where residents can learn, grow, and connect through urban agriculture, fresh produce, and environmental awareness.

  • Hands-on workshops led by a Certified Master Gardener.
  • Training on small-space gardening, soil preparation, composting, pest management, seasonal planting, and sustainable techniques.
  • Volunteer days, community events, raised beds, and adaptive tools for seniors and residents with mobility challenges.
  • Education that supports healthier eating, stronger community ties, and improved food security.