About Us

Who We Are

Hope Haven International is a dedicated non-profit organization committed to breaking the cycle of homelessness and vulnerability by providing safe housing, holistic support, and life-changing opportunities to individuals and families in need.

Founded with a mission to address housing instability and social challenges, Hope Haven International operates in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties, Florida, while extending its impact to designated African and Caribbean nations, including Kenya and Jamaica.

Our focus is to empower individuals and families through transitional housing, mental health support, job training, education, and life skills development, ensuring they achieve stability, self-sufficiency, and long-term success.

Through strong partnerships with local and international organizations, we work to create sustainable solutions that help people rebuild their lives with dignity and purpose.

A Future Without Homelessness

Our vision is a world where every family has access to safe and stable housing, essential resources, and the opportunity to achieve their full potential. By addressing the root causes of housing instability and offering long-term solutions, we aim to transform communities and empower families to build brighter futures.

Building a Path to Stability

Hope Haven International’s mission is to provide safe and supportive transitional housing, coupled with comprehensive services, to empower vulnerable individuals and families. We strive to create opportunities for stability, self-sufficiency, and an improved quality of life through holistic support programs and community engagement.

The Principles That Guide Us

Compassion – Serving with empathy, care, and understanding.
Dignity – Ensuring every individual is treated with respect and given the chance to rebuild.
Empowerment – Providing tools for self-sufficiency and independence.
Integrity – Upholding transparency, accountability, and ethical practices.
Collaboration – Strengthening impact through local and global partnerships.
Sustainability – Developing long-term, life-changing solutions for future generations.

Hope Haven Leadership Team

Our dedicated leadership team brings years of experience in social work, non-profit management, and community development to ensure the success of our mission.

Founder & Executive Director

Lunetta Johnson

Director of Programs

Phillip Jay

Director of Operations

Pete Laidley

Head of Community Outreach

Karen Brown

Our Locations

United States (Headquarters)

2831 E Oakland Park Suite9 #1091 Fort Lauderdale FL 33306-1803

Jamaica Office

NCB Towers 2 Oxford Road, Kingston, Jamaica

Kenya Office

Kenya Commercial Bank Plaza, Nairobi, Kenya

Annual Reports & Transparency

At Hope Haven International, transparency and accountability are core principles. We ensure that every donation, grant, and resource is allocated efficiently to support our programs and maximize impact.