Jobs & Housing Program: Building Brighter Futures for Kids

Jobs & Housing Program

At Cardboard Hearts, we believe one of the most powerful ways to change a child’s life is to help their parent find stability and hope. That’s why our Jobs & Housing Program is focused on providing families with two of the most important foundations for growth—safe housing and steady employment.

Why Jobs and Housing?

Every child deserves a safe place to sleep and the comfort of knowing their parent is on a secure path forward. For many families, especially those led by single parents, the barriers to providing this are overwhelming. Housing instability can ripple into every area of a child’s life—education, health, and even emotional well-being. And without stable employment, it becomes almost impossible for parents to break that cycle.

That’s where we step in. By pairing housing opportunities with job placement and support, we help parents not just survive, but build a life where their children can flourish.

How the Program Works

• Safe Housing: Families gain stability with secure housing, ensuring kids have a reliable place to call home.

• Job Pathways: Parents are connected with training and employment opportunities that open the door to long-term stability.

• Wraparound Support: We walk alongside families with mentorship, resources, and encouragement—because true change takes a village.

The Ripple Effect

When a parent finds stability in their job and housing, their children feel the difference. Homework becomes easier when there’s a quiet space to study. Friendships grow when there’s no fear of sudden moves. And hope takes root when kids watch their parent succeed.

Our mission is simple but powerful: help the parent, change the child’s world.