Riverside House recently welcomed Mr. Cloyd Holmes, founder of Men’s Up Ministry, to share his vision of providing spiritual support and guidance to individuals returning to the community after incarceration. Through his ministry, Mr. Holmes walks alongside men as they navigate the challenges of reentry, offering encouragement rooted in faith and a space to grow […]
Riverside House recently had the opportunity to welcome Founder Kyle Sanders and Co-Founder Nelson Rodriguez, who introduced 700 Reentry, a creative and coworking space in Dania Beach designed to support individuals returning to society after incarceration. 700 Reentry stands out as a space built by those who understand the journey firsthand. Both founders have experienced […]
Riverside House recently welcomed YG Institute Founder, Mrs. Yradia Guanipa, alongside interns Nathalie Morlote and Nayeli Perez, for a meaningful and informative presentation focused on health awareness and prevention. During their time with our residents, the team shared practical and life-saving information on recognizing signs of skin cancer, identifying choking emergencies, understanding the warning signs […]
At Riverside House, every individual who walks through our doors carries a story, one shaped by challenges, decisions, and the hope for something better. In a recent conversation, one of our residents shared his journey of starting over. After arriving in Miami, what began as a step into the unknown quickly became a turning point. […]
Meaningful conversations around economic justice and long-term financial empowerment continue to shape the future of communities across the country. Recently, Riverside House Executive Director Cleveland Bell III had the opportunity to participate in “Forging Our Own Path: Generational Wealth, Strategy, & the Black Pursuit for Economic Justice,” a panel that brought together thought leaders, advocates, […]
At Riverside House, we are continually reminded of the power of kindness, and recently, that kindness came through in a big way thanks to our friends at the YG Institute. Because of their generosity, our residents were treated to an unforgettable evening at a Marlins game. For our residents, it was more than just an […]
April is nationally recognized as Reentry Month, a time to honor the individuals and organizations working tirelessly to help formerly incarcerated people transition back into society with dignity and purpose. This year, the Miami-Dade Corrections & Rehabilitation Department (MDCR) celebrated with its 3rd Annual Awards Ceremony, shining a spotlight on those who are making a […]
This Easter was one to remember at Riverside House, filled with warmth, gratitude, and community spirit. Our homeless residents were treated to a delicious, catered meal that brought joy and a sense of togetherness to everyone involved. The star of the menu? The chicken, which had our residents raving! Many couldn’t stop talking about how […]
This Easter, the Riverside House community gathered to reflect, rejoice, and reconnect through faith and fellowship. It was a truly special day filled with warmth, hope, and shared gratitude. Clients from both our Residential Reentry Program and Emergency Shelter came together for a heartfelt Easter service. We were especially moved by Mr. Bell, who generously shared […]
Riverside House had the incredible honor of welcoming 64 students from Georgia Southern University’s CRU (Campus Crusade for Christ) for a four-day volunteer experience that left a lasting impression on all of us. These passionate freshmen and sophomores—guided by their amazing team leaders—showed up with open hearts, ready to serve. From 10 AM to 3 […]
