Brothers Supporting Brothers (BSB) functions as the specialized resource arm of the Restorative Housing Initiative, providing tangible, immediate assistance where it's needed most. While RHI establishes the foundation through housing placement and social work frameworks, BSB steps in with the practical, day-to-day resources that transform houses into homes.
Our hands-on consulting model means we don't just point residents toward resources—we walk alongside them, ensuring they can effectively access and utilize what they need to thrive.
The BSB Difference
We bridge the gap between having access to programs and actually benefiting from them. Our direct intervention approach has helped increase resource utilization among RHI residents compared to traditional referral-only models.
Comprehensive Resource Network
Medical Resources
Access to healthcare providers, medication assistance programs, mental health services, and wellness initiatives tailored to resident needs. We coordinate transportation to appointments and help navigate insurance paperwork.
Future Housing Pathways
Long-term housing stability planning, including rental assistance connections, homeownership preparation programs, tenant rights education, and housing application support for residents ready for their next step.
Hands-On Consulting
Personalized guidance through complex systems, advocates who attend appointments with residents, skill-building workshops, and regular check-ins to identify emerging needs before they become barriers.
Every resource we provide is selected based on direct feedback from residents and community partners. We regularly evaluate our offerings to ensure they remain relevant, accessible, and effective for the populations we serve.
The RHI-BSB Partnership: A Holistic Approach
Restorative Housing Initiative
Secures physical housing placements
Provides professional social work services
Establishes broad program frameworks
Develops community partnerships
Secures foundational funding
Brothers Supporting Brothers
Delivers concrete, immediate resources
Offers personalized navigation assistance
Provides direct, hands-on consulting
Bridges gaps in service utilization
Creates community within housing programs
Our complementary relationship ensures that residents receive both professional structural support and personalized practical assistance. By operating in tandem, RHI and BSB create a seamless experience for individuals working toward housing stability and personal growth.
Join Our Mission of Supportive Brotherhood
Volunteer
Become a resource navigator, transportation provider, or skills workshop facilitator. Our volunteers receive specialized training in trauma-informed support practices and systems navigation.
Donate
Your financial contributions directly fund emergency medical assistance, transportation to appointments, housing application fees, and essential household supplies for new residents.
Partner
Organizations can join our resource network by providing services, educational opportunities, or employment pathways for RHI residents working toward long-term stability.
Brothers Supporting Brothers believes that transformation happens through relationship. By providing both practical resources and genuine brotherhood, we help individuals rebuild not just their housing situation, but their sense of community and self-worth.
Partner With Us
At Brothers Supporting Brothers, we believe real change happens through community—when trusted allies come together to turn housing into home and support into lasting belonging. We invite sponsors and allied organizations with a shared vision of empowerment to join us in this work.
Your partnership isn’t just about resources—it’s about walking alongside individuals rebuilding their lives, reclaiming opportunity, and finding renewed belonging. Together, we can move beyond referrals and paperwork, creating hands-on, person-to-person bonds that bridge the gap between access and true stability.
Let's make an impact together!
For partnership inquiries, please contact us at:
(510) 332-8357 or (415) 845-1160 • info@rhinitiative.com