Hood Huggers Foundation

Restoring the grassroots regenerative well-being of our communities using the arts, environment, and social enterprise.

Want to finish high school and learn construction?

Connect with us!

How We Build Community

We empower collaborative community leaders who advance health & wellness, drive social enterprise, champion environmental and social sustainability, and innovate creatively at the local, regional, and global level.

Workforce Development

Career Training and More

A coordinated continuum of workforce development programs guiding youth from career exploration to long-term employment and community leadership.

Explore Our Programs →

Blue Note Junction

A Community Resiliency Hub

Blue Note Junction serves as both a cultural arts venue and a community gathering hub, building resilience through creativity, collaboration, and shared experiences.

Blue Note Junction →

  • “I had no direction, and being part of HHF helped me find direction and real support from people who actually see what I can see. I found my place, finally. I’ve gained confidence from showing up, teaching myself that I could get up, go, and be there—no matter rain, sleet, or snow—every single day, regardless of the obstacles. Every time I did it, I learned that I could keep doing it.”

    ~ Tah

  • “One thing I’m looking forward to is Blue Note Junction that Mr. DeWayne is developing here in Burton; I think it’s gonna be awesome and bring some jobs for the young people, especially with the construction the young people are doing now. It might even give them the opportunity to help develop that and build that to help his dream come true.”

    ~ Latonya, mom of Jeremiah, UI participant

Share your Time, Talent, and Treasure

Time, Talent, & Treasure is a community asset-mapping framework that recognizes three essential ways individuals can contribute to collective impact:

  • Time: Volunteering and active participation

  • Talent: Sharing skills, expertise, and creative abilities

  • Treasure: Financial support and resource contributions

Get Involved!

Your support helps us build pathways to opportunity for youth and strengthen community resilience.

Thank you to our funders!

We couldn't do this important work without your support