From Reentry to Entrepreneurship
At Bloom Housing Partners, we believe stable housing is just the beginning. That’s why we’ve partnered with Boomin University, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, to launch Bloom and Boom—a first-of-its-kind program that offers both housing and hands-on entrepreneurship training for people re-entering society after incarceration.
What the Program Offers
Bloom and Boom provides affordable, shared housing to formerly incarcerated individuals of all genders who have recently completed a transitional program and are currently employed. While living in our supportive group homes, participants complete a 12-month business training program using the nationally recognized Kauffman FastTrac curriculum.
Participants will:
Live in a safe, affordable home with other goal-driven residents
Attend weekly entrepreneurship workshops and coaching sessions
Build a real, fundable business plan from the ground up
Gain access to mentors, resources, and funding opportunities
Graduate with the tools to launch and sustain their own business
Why It Works
Bloom and Boom isn’t just a program—it’s a second chance wrapped in structure, support, and community. By combining housing and business education, we help participants reclaim their power, rewrite their stories, and create generational impact.
Who It's For
Formerly incarcerated men and women who have completed a reentry or transitional program
Individuals who are currently employed or have consistent income
Aspiring entrepreneurs ready to take ownership of their future
Aspiring entrepreneurs ready to take ownership of their future
Refer a Resident
Know someone who’s ready for their next step? We accept referrals from transitional housing, reentry programs, job training organizations, parole officers, and other community-based agencies.
Referral Criteria:
- Completed a transitional or reentry program
- Currently employed or receiving steady income
- Committed to personal growth and entrepreneurship
Partner With Us
We’re actively building partnerships with transitional housing programs, workforce development organizations, and justice-impacted support services.
Ways to Partner:
- Refer graduates ready for housing and growth
- Co-host workshops or business trainings
- Provide mentorship, employment, or funding opportunities
Apply for the Program
If you’ve been justice-impacted, have a job, and are ready to turn your business idea into a reality, this program was built for you. Over the course of 12 months, you’ll receive coaching, community, and the tools to build something that lasts.
Requirements to Apply: