What Makes Us Different
We meet people where they are—literally and figuratively. Instead of requiring people to come to us in a traditional office setting, we go into the community where our members live and gather. This removes barriers and creates authentic connections in familiar spaces.
Lived experience guides everything we do. Our advisory board is made up of people who have walked similar paths, and we intentionally hire and train community members to become peer leaders & mentors. This isn't just about representation—it's about ensuring our approach is shaped by those who truly understand the journey.
We eliminate artificial timelines and hierarchies. There's no graduation date or exit requirement. Members stay as long as they want, often forever, creating a genuine community rather than a temporary service. We operate on a level playing field where everyone has something to offer and something to receive.
Connection coaching sets us apart. While others focus primarily on case management or resource connection, we're the only organization in our area providing deep relational coaching to this population that helps people develop authentic connections to themselves and others.
We address the whole picture together. Rather than treating incarceration, addiction, and trauma as separate issues requiring different services, we understand them as interconnected experiences often rooted in generational trauma. Our four programs work in tandem, naturally flowing from meeting basic needs to building deep community connections.
Belonging drives everything else. While others measure success through traditional metrics, our members consistently report feeling "seen and heard" as their primary outcome. This sense of belonging becomes the foundation that makes all other positive changes possible—including our exceptional recidivism rates.
We believe in families. Even when custody has been lost or relationships severed, we help individuals repair and maintain meaningful connections with their children and loved ones, crafting new narratives rooted in hope rather than shame.
Upcoming Events
VOLUNTEER
Make a Difference in
Our Community
At The Hive, we are constantly seeking passionate individuals who share our vision of a world where families stay intact and everyone feels a sense of belonging. We are looking to fill a variety of volunteer positions in parent support, case management, activity planning & execution, administration, and clinical support.
PEER MENTOR
Central Maryland
As a peer mentor, volunteers will provide support and connection to members individually. Individuals may assist with completing applications, attending court and/or appointments, leading activities, etc. Individuals with lived experiences that may reflect the circumstances of our members are highly encouraged to apply!
CLINICAL SUPPORT
Central Maryland
Licensed clinicians, or those completing higher education courses that will lead to licensure are encouraged to apply. Clinical volunteers will work with our community partners to provide resources such as therapeutic supervision, emergency evaluations, and case management.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Central Maryland
We are looking to develop a Board that is rooted in our community. We aim to find individuals who have been impacted by work similar to ours. Additionally, we are seeking new board members with professional backgrounds in finance / accounting, legal, law enforcement, education, and child welfare.
