How Our Story Began

Heartbeat For Hope, INC was born from a mother's grief and a final heartbeat, turned into a promise that no one would face hardship alone. From Las Vegas to St. Louis, we walk beside formerly incarcerated individuals and veterans with reentry guidance, housing support, job training, counseling, and strong advocacy, all grounded in certified grief and bereavement care and real lived experience.

Why We Walk With You

We walk beside you with respect, not judgment, blending dignity-centered, grief-informed care with practical support. For formerly incarcerated individuals, disabled veterans, and their families, we provide housing guidance, counseling, job training, peer mentoring, and advocacy. Our goal is simple and steady: fewer barriers, more choices, and a real, lasting chance to rebuild life with safety, purpose, and hope.

Lenell Bradley, Founder & CEO

Lenell Bradley, with over 20 years of dedicated service in social services and community advocacy, has transformed personal tragedy into a mission of hope. Her leadership at Heartbeat For Hope INC is driven by a commitment to creating resilient communities. Lenell, guided by empathy and personal experience, tirelessly supports individuals and families impacted by gun violence, striving to build a future where every life is valued and uplifted.

Professional Credentials & Certifications

Our founder's personal commitment is backed by decades of proven experience and official qualifications dedicated to community support:

  • Certificate in Bereavement and Grief Counselling: Formally trained to provide professional guidance and support through hardship and tragedy.
  • Certificate in Engaging in Grief and Loss Support: Certified to assist individuals and families navigating the challenges of profound loss.

Our Daily Mission

We walk beside formerly incarcerated individuals and veterans, offering housing support, counseling, and opportunities that restore stability, dignity, and hope, one heartbeat at a time.

Our Vision For Tomorrow

We see communities where grief is honored, second chances are real, and every returning neighbor and veteran is housed, employed, supported, and fully welcomed home.

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