Creating Contributors

Empowering reintegration by fostering employment opportunities, housing, and community engagement.

Transitional Housing

The two-year transitional housing program at St. Matthew’s House offers a supportive and empowering environment for individuals and families exiting our shelter and recovery programs. Wolfe Apartments and Justin’s Village operate as sober-living communities with sub-market rents, allowing residents to build credit as leaseholders and increase savings needed to achieve housing of their own.

With a focus on fostering independence and self-sufficiency, residents receive not just a place to stay, but also access to a range of supportive services. From life skills training and employment assistance to financial literacy education and counseling, we equip our residents with the tools they need to succeed long-term. Our goal is to break the cycles of homelessness and addiction by providing a pathway towards future stability and success.

Each year, St. Matthew’s House provides transitional or permanent supportive housing for over 200 men and women and children.

Job Skills & Training

Since our inception, St. Matthew’s House has worked to provide jobs and job training to individuals experiencing homelessness, addiction or poverty.

Our thrift stores, restaurant, catering company, and program operations offer individuals the opportunity to gain the skills and hands-on experience needed to find and keep meaningful work. Trainees also benefit from soft-skills development, including resume building, interview skills, and personal growth.

Each year, St. Matthew’s House trains and employs more than 100 program participants seeking to relaunch their careers. On average, 40% of St. Matthew’s House entire workforce have personally benefitted from our programs.

Alumni

The Justin’s Place® Recovery Program alumni network ensures that connection and support continue long after participants graduate from our recovery program.

Our alumni director supports individuals who have successfully completed the Justin’s Place® Recovery Program, providing aftercare, ongoing encouragement, and resources for sustained recovery. Through meetings, classes, and social events, alumni can connect with peers, share experiences, and continue their journey towards lasting sobriety. The alumni network, its staff, and volunteers foster a sense of community and provide accountability, empowering alumni to navigate life’s challenges with resilience and strength.

To date, the alumni network includes more than 800 men and women who have successfully completed Justin’s Place® Recovery Program.

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Last week we celebrated the latest graduating class of our Justin’s Place Recovery Program! 💜 Congratulations, everyone! We're so proud of you!

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Carousel Please join us in congratulating our incredible volunteers who were honored with the President’s Volunteer Service Award!

🏅 Gold: Suzanne Obermiller – 744 hours
🥈 Silver: Arlene Adams-Harodin – 481 hours
🥉 Bronze: Rex Althoff – 246.5 hours

We are deeply grateful for every hour they’ve invested in helping transform lives. 💛

Thank you for leading with heart and making a lasting impact!

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Video Reels Join us on April 11 for Pole Vault in the Plaza, a FREE community event in the heart of beautiful Naples, Florida.

This high‑energy event not only showcases professional athletes; it also supports a meaningful cause. All proceeds benefit St. Matthew’s House helping fund vital programs that fight hunger, homelessness and addiction in our community.

Interested in sponsoring this event? Link in bio!

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🎉 Congratulations, Anyuli! 🎉
Please join us in celebrating Anyuli Echeverria Hernandez on recently being our most recent Core Value Award recipient!

“Anyuli has gone above and beyond to ensure our books are closed with integrity,” said her supervisor. “She worked many extra hours and is a true asset to the team and organization.” 💙 👏

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Watch athletes raise the bar and raise hope at Pole Vault in the Plaza on April 11, 2026.

This FREE community event brings elite pole vaulters to the heart of Naples for an exciting night of high-flying competition — all to support the work of St. Matthew’s House helping neighbors in our community overcome hunger, homelessness and addiction.

Bring your friends, grab dinner and experience the energy of the sport up close.

✨ Admission is FREE; reserve your spot today!
📍 Mercato, Naples

For tickets and sponsorship opportunities, click the link in our bio!

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Can’t make it to tonight's graduation in person? We’ve got you covered, join the livestream on our YouTube channel. Check the link in our bio!

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Video Reels A perfect day on the course that inspires hope. ⛳

Our annual Charity Golf Scramble at TwinEagles Golf Club brings golfers together on one of Naples’ stunning and exclusive courses where rolling fairways and natural preserves create an unforgettable experience.

This event supports our fight against hunger, homelessness and addiction. Every team, every swing and every sponsor brings hope to people in need. 

Register to play; link in bio!

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