Capturing Smiles: A Gallery of Our Charitable work & supporters
CLEMENCY HIGHLIGHTS
Governor Phil Murphy has granted 217 total clemency actions (pardons and commutations) to date and more to come
Governor Murphy, your leadership continues to embody compassion and progress. By signing more pardons than any governor in New Jersey’s history, you have reaffirmed the state’s belief in redemption and the human capacity for change. Your steadfast support for reentry initiatives has restored dignity and hope to countless individuals and families, and your legacy will forever reflect your commitment to fairness, opportunity, and second chances. A HUGE Thank you from HBBKV
Moments of Hope: A Photo Gallery of Our Work
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE & DIGITAL LITERACY BEGINS HERE
LEARNING FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY STARTS HERE OR CONTACT US FOR MORE INFOEarn while you learn through our partnership with DIGITUNITY and its AT&T digital literacy program
In today’s workforce, AI is no longer optional, it's a core skill. Employers across every industry are seeking people who can work alongside AI to improve efficiency, make informed decisions, and innovate. For entrepreneurs, AI opens doors. Our course empowers every learner to not just keep up with the future but help shape it. Sign up today!
In today’s workforce, AI is no longer optional, it's a core skill. Employers across every industry are seeking people who can work alongside AI to improve efficiency, make informed decisions, and innovate. For entrepreneurs, AI opens doors. Our course empowers every learner to not just keep up with the future but help shape it. Sign up today!
In today’s workforce, AI is no longer optional, it's a core skill. Employers across every industry are seeking people who can work alongside AI to improve efficiency, make informed decisions, and innovate. For entrepreneurs, AI opens doors. Our course empowers every learner to not just keep up with the future but help shape it. Sign up today!
In today’s workforce, AI is no longer optional, it's a core skill. Employers across every industry are seeking people who can work alongside AI to improve efficiency, make informed decisions, and innovate. For entrepreneurs, AI opens doors. Our course empowers every learner to not just keep up with the future but help shape it. Sign up today!
In today’s workforce, AI is no longer optional, it's a core skill. Employers across every industry are seeking people who can work alongside AI to improve efficiency, make informed decisions, and innovate. For entrepreneurs, AI opens doors. Our course empowers every learner to not just keep up with the future but help shape it. Sign up today!
Earn while you learn through our partnership with DIGITUNITY and its AT&T digital literacy program
In today’s workforce, AI is no longer optional, it's a core skill. Employers across every industry are seeking people who can work alongside AI to improve efficiency, make informed decisions, and innovate. For entrepreneurs, AI opens doors. Our course empowers every learner to not just keep up with the future but help shape it. Sign up today!
Earn while you learn through our partnership with DIGITUNITY and its AT&T digital literacy program
Habakkuk's Vision in Action
ONSITE & OFF SITE SUPPORTIVE SERVICES
Education & VOCATIONAL TRAINING
We believe education is the key to a brighter future. That's why we offer trade school scholarships, higher education supports and other educational & career development initiatives to help our community members succeed. ALL MADE POSSIBLE THROUGH NJDOC-NJLEAD
Healthcare
We are committed to improving access to healthcare in underserved communities. Through our valued partners at Mary Eliza Mahoney Health Center, our program participants receive medical care, dental care, and mental health services at no cost. To further remove barriers to care, transportation is also provided to and from appointments, ensuring individuals can access the services they need with dignity, consistency, and support.
WHERE BASIC NEEDS ARE MET
Through our valued community partner, Gift-Give It for Tomorrow and other donors, we proudly offer Dress with Intention Days, an onsite workforce readiness program designed to help community members feel confident and prepared for employment opportunities. Participants receive access to professionally cleaned, ready-to-wear & new clothing in a dignified and welcoming setting without the need to stand in long lines or navigate traditional clothing distributions. Experienced stylists arrive prepared to personally assist individuals in selecting outfits that reflect confidence, professionalism, and purpose. This program is about more than clothing it is about restoring dignity, building self-esteem, and helping our community show up dressed with intention for the future they deserve.
Community Development
We believe in the power of community. That's why we're working to develop and strengthen communities through holistic transitional housing, economic development, and other initiatives.
Get Involved
Join us in making a difference. Whether you want to donate, volunteer, or simply learn more, there are many ways to get involved and support our work.
ADVOCATING THROUGH ARTS
Our Advocacy Through Arts Program uplifts the stories of women and children impacted by gun violence, incarceration, housing discrimination, and other forms of systemic injustice. It also creates space for the often-unheard experiences of those whose trauma led them from victimization into harmful behaviors, including the victim turned perpetrator. This work is done in a respectful, non-exploitative manner that honors the dignity and voice of each participant. Individuals are encouraged to share their lived experiences through a trauma-informed lens that promotes healing, accountability, understanding, and empowerment. By connecting advocacy through the arts with the creation of safe spaces, the program fosters trust, emotional expression, community dialogue, and pathways toward restoration and change.
MAY 2, 2026 RITUAL4RETURN
NJPAC opened its doors for 9 powerful women of our community, to take the stage under the artistic direction of Dr. Kevin Bott. What took place was more than a performance, it was truth, healing, courage, and transformation brought to life. This is more than advocacy; it is a movement.
Through Ritual4Return, stories once silenced were given voice, pain was turned into purpose, and survivors stood in their power before a community ready to listen. The impact reached far beyond the stage, inspiring healing conversations, restoring dignity, and reminding others that their story matters too.
This work creates safe spaces where trauma can be acknowledged, resilience can be honored, and communities can begin to heal together. If you’d like to be a part of Ritual4Return and support this life-changing movement, contact us today to be a part of this Holistic approach to restorative trauma healing.
partnering with new jersey department of corrections- NJlead
Serving as Partners & Advisors to the Department of Corrections by providing our pre & post release Re-integration services beginning from the inside of prison walls. Through this partnership we'd be able to impact and serve those returning more effectively, by providing services & resources before they exit the gates!
Serving as Partners & Advisors to the Department of Corrections by providing our pre & post release Re-integration services beginning from the inside of prison walls. Through this partnership we'd be able to impact and serve those returning more effectively, by providing services & resources before they exit the gates!
Serving as Partners & Advisors to the Department of Corrections by providing our pre & post release Re-integration services beginning from the inside of prison walls. Through this partnership we'd be able to impact and serve those returning more effectively, by providing services & resources before they exit the gates!
On March 17, 2023, HBBKV was recognized and awarded as a New Jersey Department of Corrections Partner, through the FY2023 NJ LEAD initiative
Serving as Partners & Advisors to the Department of Corrections by providing our pre & post release Re-integration services beginning from the inside of prison walls. Through this partnership we'd be able to impact and serve those returning more effectively, by providing services & resources before they exit the gates!
Serving as Partners & Advisors to the Department of Corrections by providing our pre & post release Re-integration services beginning from the inside of prison walls. Through this partnership we'd be able to impact and serve those returning more effectively, by providing services & resources before they exit the gates!
TOGETHER WE CAN!!!!
We thank The Commissioner of the NJ Department of Corrections, Victoria L. Kuhn, Esq. and The Chief of the Division of Programs and Reintegration Services, Dr. Darcella Sessomes for this amazing opportunity, to now serve on the inside & more.
Serving as Partners & Advisors to the Department of Corrections by providing our pre & post release Re-integration services beginning from the inside of prison walls. Through this partnership we'd be able to impact and serve those returning more effectively, by providing services & resources before they exit the gates!
We thank The Commissioner of the NJ Department of Corrections, Victoria L. Kuhn, Esq. and The Chief of the Division of Programs and Reintegration Services, Dr. Darcella Sessomes for this amazing opportunity, to now serve on the inside & more.
ANNOUNCEMENT
As we celebrate this Hispanic Heritage Month we are proud to announce that our Afro-Latino Founder and Executive Director Ms Aisha Babilonia along with Ms Leyanis Dias of WeAreMajor and Sharlene Pelayo of Heights Wellness and Beauty Spa were the three finalist out of 300 to be awarded the “Afro-Latina Jefas Grant” each by WeAllGrowLatina and SupportLatinoBiz.
Snippet From Our Virtual Vision Board Party
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We provide onsite education and career development services through our valued partner, VWR Staffing Solutions, utilizing qualified human resources professionals and workforce consultants dedicated to helping individuals succeed. Participants receive guidance in resume development, interview preparation, job readiness skills, workplace expectations, and career planning. These services are designed to build confidence, increase employability, and create clear pathways to sustainable employment and long-term success.
PROUD FY23, FY24 & FY25 NJLEAD DOC GRANT PARTNER
Our Donors & Partners
