Housing · Hope · A way forward

A second chance begins with a safe place to come home to.

We provide Christ-centered transitional housing and comprehensive support to men returning from incarceration or rehabilitation, helping them build stable, independent lives.

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More than housing

A community committed to lasting change.

years providing transitional housing

1:1

case management and mentoring

Whole-person

practical, personal and spiritual support

Our mission

Why men in reentry?

Because coming home should not mean facing everything alone.

Many men leave incarceration without identification, transportation, stable housing or the everyday tools needed to rebuild. Philippians Place meets them at that critical moment with structure, compassion and a clear path forward.

Our goal is not simply to prevent homelessness. It is to help every participant become an independent, contributing member of the community, supported by people who believe lasting change is possible.

The transitional housing program

Support for the whole journey

Every participant receives a personalized plan, a case manager and a mentor who walk with him from immediate needs to long-term independence.

A stable place to live

Structured transitional housing creates the breathing room needed to begin again.

A plan built together

One-on-one case management turns long-term goals into clear, achievable weekly steps.

People who stay beside you

Mentors, staff, churches and volunteers provide practical help, encouragement and accountability.

Skills for independence

Budgeting, meal planning, employment support and life skills prepare each man for what comes next.

Practical help. Real progress.

From the first essential document to a front-door key.

✓Identification and Social Security documents
✓Food, clothing and personal essentials
✓Transportation to work and appointments
✓Employment, banking and budgeting support
✓Recovery, Bible study and community
✓A path toward permanent housing

A life moving forward

“Philippians Place was there for me when I got out of prison. I had nowhere to go, and they blessed me and helped me in so many ways.”

Program participant

What progress can look like

Goals become milestones.

Participants have secured full-time work, moved into apartments, rebuilt family relationships, reduced debt and gained the confidence to live independently.

Work

Resumes, job readiness and full-time employment

Stability

Banking, savings, debt reduction and housing

Connection

Family, faith, mentors and a supportive community

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2019

Shop with purpose

The thrift store helps fund fresh starts.

Every purchase and donated item supports the Transitional Housing Program, provides household essentials for graduates and creates opportunities for participants to volunteer or work.

Visit us
1409 N Marine Blvd
Jacksonville, NC 28540

Shop
Monday to Saturday
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Donate items
Monday to Saturday
10:00 AM to 3:30 PM

Stand with second chances

There is a place for you in this work.

Give

Support housing, transportation, program essentials and the people who walk alongside every participant.

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Volunteer

Serve in the thrift store, mentor a participant or bring your strengths to a committee or special event.

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Partner

Churches, businesses and community groups help expand the network of practical support and encouragement.

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Your generosity opens doors