Honorees

Keely Freeman

East Orange
2014 Honoree

Focus Area:

Homeless Support

Organizational Affiliation:

About

Keely Freeman is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Sierra House, Inc. Founded in 2002, Sierra House provides homeless young women, ages 18 to 25 years old, and their children with supportive services, safe housing, and an opportunity for a productive life. Under her leadership, the organization has been successful in increasing self-sufficiency among at-risk and homeless youth, which ultimately improves the development of the community as a whole. Sierra House Inc. is a nonprofit organization committed to improving the prospects of individual achievement for youth, low to moderate income families, and homeless young adults through housing, education, and community services, and thereby contributing to the long-term stability of our community. Our programs provide enriching life experiences that encourage and challenge youth to excel in their development, support neighborhood stabilization and encourage homeownership.