The Lamp Project

Ongoing, relationship-based support since January 2026

Consistent engagement focused on long-term stability

IDs and birth certificates enabling access to housing, employment, and healthcare

102 individuals currently receiving ongoing support

Individuals who have reached stability and continue with follow-up support

Individuals actively progressing toward housing, income, and access to care
(Percentages based on individuals actively engaged in care)

• Received the Candid Seal of Transparency
• Currently working toward Better Business Bureau (BBB) Accreditation

We work alongside local organizations to better support individuals through every step of their journey:

• Holy Rosary
• Harris Health
• Harris Center for Mental Health
• Oak Street Health
• Eternal Rock Church
• Houston Police Department
• Coalition for the Homeless
• Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SVdP)
• Catholic Charities (CCSC)
• Local detox and recovery centers
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• Presented a poster at the Houston Global Health Conference at Texas A&M EnMed, based on our outreach work
• Continuing to develop a model focused on early outreach and critical transition points, where individuals are most at risk of falling through the system

We walk alongside individuals through some of the most difficult seasons of their lives, providing consistent support, removing barriers, and helping them move toward stability step by step.

Individuals typically receive 10–20 follow-up interactions. Even when someone disengages, they can return and continue where they left off.

• 4 individuals connected to detox programs
• 2 completed the program
• 1 returned to work
• 1 returned home with his wife
• 1 left early but is continuing to pursue recovery

Most individuals we serve are not facing just one challenge.

• Over 70% are facing 3 or more barriers
• More than one-third are facing 5 or more barriers

Each individual typically requires 10–20+ touchpoints, including transportation, follow-up, and step-by-step support.

This is not one-time assistance.

This is walking alongside someone until they reach stability.

And we are seeing real progress.

We met a man in his 50s who does not drink or use drugs and asked for help with his documents. Over time, we were able to help him obtain his temporary ID and then his state ID and his birth certificate. He previously drove 18 wheelers, but his license had expired. We are now working toward helping him get his CDL so he can return to driving.

He is actively studying for his CDL written exam.  He was very thankful throughout the process. It has been amazing to see God at work in his life, and we are excited to see what God has ahead for him.