reStart Inc.

A testimony from BH, a Veteran, and a former reStart program participant. BH has experienced an incredible transformation, from homelessness to housing and he’s here to share his journey! In 2023, BH's life took a turn, leading him into homelessness. It was a tough time filled with uncertainty and struggles, but everything changed when he found the reStart team. “They’re tremendous,” he says. “They always checked in on me and kept me accountable, even after I completed the program. They made sure I got into a job and the transportation I needed to get there every day. That support was everything.” Now, BH is thriving as a paraprofessional at an elementary school, where he’s making a difference in the lives of young students. “Your investment in reStart is helping people,” he explains. “Their programs run like a well-oiled machine, giving people hope, motivation, and the structure to succeed.” Reflecting on his journey, BH shares, “The support from donors truly shows that people care. It filled me with hope and helped me regain my confidence and self-esteem. To all veterans facing similar struggles, remember that there are resources available and people who genuinely want to help you. This is only a temporary phase, like a season that will pass. I’ve been where you are, and I promise it can get better.” To continue supporting veterans like BH, join us on November 16th for our Champion Challenge! Together, we can raise critical funds for our veterans program and help more individuals on their journey from homelessness to housing. Create a team, or register individually and fundraise within your network at https://lnkd.in/gCdHEeEf

On a single night in January, 35, 574 veterans were experiencing homelessness nationally. In 2023, reStart served 286 veterans navigating homelessness in our community. Please partner with us in this crucial work: sign up for reStart's Champion Challenge on Saturday, November 16th for a two-mile obstacle course challenge (for all ages+fitness levels). Register a team or individual here https://lnkd.in/gCdHEeEf Join us in navigating the obstacles around the two-mile course, as we aim to tackle the larger hurdles faced by our veterans without homes! 

Join us on Thursday, October 10th at 10:00 AM for a very special Coffee & Conversations in the Jarvis Hunt Room at Union Station. Hear from reStart CEO, Stephanie Boyer, view 'The Road Home' exhibit that features former reStart residents, and enjoy a delicious cup of coffee! RSVP here- https://lnkd.in/gMZdpSBp

Join us for reStart's first-ever Champion Challenge! Raise funds to provide dignity, respect, and housing for veterans navigating homelessness in our community!

Join us for reStart's first-ever Champion Challenge on Saturday, November 16th at 9 am! This exhilarating two-mile obstacle course at KC Timber Challenge in Bonner Springs will raise critical funds for reStart's veteran programs. Motivated by Clay Daniels four incredible 'Ruck for reStart' fundraisers, join us as the event evolves! Let's honor his dedication and support veterans facing homelessness in Kansas City. Whether you participate and fundraise as an individual, form a team of friends/family, or sponsor an obstacle, your support matters. Sign up now and help us support those who have served! https://lnkd.in/gCdHEeEf

Join us at the Lenexa City Council Meeting on Tuesday, September 17th at 7 PM to support the opening of the Housing Services Center. YOUR voice matters- please register to speak (they only take 60 speakers!) Let's fill the room with YES and build a more vital Johnson County TOGETHER. Register to Speak- https://lnkd.in/gSzgGhRN

What an honor it is to be unanimously selected to operate Johnson County's first-ever shelter. Presenting to passionate community members, business owners, and partner organizations these past few weeks has been incredibly rewarding. We need your support on August 26th at the Planning Commission Meeting to pass the Special Use Permit crucial for this vital resource. Let's fill the room with YES votes! 📅 When? Monday, August 26th at 7:00 PM 📍 Where? Lenexa City Hall, 1701 W 87th St. Pkwy, Lenexa, KS 66219 💬 Why? To support our community, reduce homelessness, and enhance community vitality! Register to speak at the meeting: https://lnkd.in/gfi7vNv7 OR register in person on Monday from 6:30-6:55 PM.

reStart supporters, Johnson County residents, and new friends, YOUR voice matters! Please join us as we work to provide housing and dignity-based services to Johnson County community members in need.

reStart needs your help to get the new Johnson County Shelter & Transitional Housing Center across the finish line! Please consider joining us on August 26th at the Planning Commission Meeting at 7:00pm to show support for reStart and this critical resource for Johnson County citizens. To learn more about this meeting visit ➡ https://lnkd.in/gTTwJjw5 This is a referral-based interim housing center that will improve community vitality, save costs on public resources, reduce the number of people experiencing homelessness in Johnson County, and increase economic stability!

reStart supporters, Johnson County residents, and new friends, please support us as we work to provide housing and dignity-based services to Johnson County community members in need. reStart has applied to the City of Lenexa for a Special Use Permit to operate a Homeless Services Center at 95th and I-35 that will consist of 50 non-congregate rooms of adult shelter and 25 studio units of transitional housing. Just this morning, Lenexa staff posted that they unofficially are recommending denial of the SUP; they will not provide us with a report as to why until Aug. 22nd. We will be presenting at the Planning Commission and Council, and they can still approve it! So we need your help! Please consider: - Sending emails of support to the Lenexa City Council members (emails in graphic). -Attend the planning commission meeting on Aug. 26th at 7pm. -Register to speak in support of reStart and HSC at the Aug. 26th meeting.