About Us
Who We Are
Based in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) region, FS4U is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to empowering marginalized individuals, particularly men and women overcoming trauma, mental health challenges, and systemic barriers. Since January 2018, FS4U has served as a haven, advocate, and catalyst for change, helping 64 clients break cycles of hardship and recidivism while rebuilding their lives.
Our Mission
FS4U’s mission is to equip resilient men and women with the necessary tools and support to prevent crime, reduce homelessness, lower recidivism rates, and enhance holistic well-being. FS4U provides returning citizens, trauma survivors, and foster-care dischargees with access to support groups, housing assistance, educational and employment resources, and a 12-week program designed to help them successfully reintegrate into society and thrive.
Our Vision
FS4U is developing a comprehensive program that will offer 24 to 36 months of transitional housing for men and women re-entering society. This initiative will provide access to therapy, financial literacy training, social and professional development, and other critical resources to break cycles of recidivism and foster long-term stability. FS4U aims to be a sanctuary and a springboard for transformation, empowering resilient individuals throughout the DMV region and, ultimately, beyond.
