Hand Up To Victory

Hand Up To Victory is local 501c3 non-profit organization located in Manatee County. We serve individuals seeking recovery from drug and alcohol addiction that have no resources and no family or loved ones to help them. We provide placement and temporary funding for sober transitional housing for those we serve. Once placed, we can provide food, clothing, hygiene items, prepaid cell phones, vouchers for replacement identification, employment connections, resources, peer support, family intervention services and endless amounts of encouragement. Our mission is to provide support, stability, and security to those seeking recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. We believe with peer support and access to basic needs these individuals will be able to completely restore their lives and become self sustaining members of our community.

Our Executive Director and Founder Justin Halas struggled with addiction for 15 years. As of November 2023 he has 10 years completely sober. Justin realized there was a crucial piece missing in the recovery process for individuals that truly desire to change their lives. Before Hand Up To Victory, these individuals were stuck returning to the streets regardless of their desire to live a sober functional life. This leads to a feeling of hopelessness for them and an inevitable return to addiction. This cycle will, inevitably lead to illnesses related to substance use, a return to incarceration, or unfortunately, in many cases, an untimely death due to a drug overdose. We desire to be a light in these individuals’ dark world and to help them find sobriety, a support system, and success in recovery.

Sheriff Rick Wells fully supports the work Hand Up To Victory is doing in our community. He knows we are not going to arrest our way out of this addiction crisis. Hand Up To Victory is a preferred resource for Manatee County Jail. Sheriff Wells says it gives him a peace of mind knowing those being released have an opportunity to change their lives upon being released should they want it.

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10/25/2023 8:00

Pete

Great organization in supporting the Celtic culture in the area. Provides scholarships for those that apply for the Celtic arts and athletics.

10/26/2023 10:56

Steve

Finally a united group that will be the host our local Scottish Highland Games!! Many of us are looking forward to the inaugural event that will be held on Saturday Feb 10th at the Manatee County Fairgrounds in Palmetto FL. A much larger venue than the Sarasota Fairgrounds!! I understand there will be a pipe band competition and a challenge between the Manatee County Sheriff's office and the EMT's in the actual Highland Games competition. See you in February!!

10/26/2023 10:56

Steve

11/13/2023 9:33

Sammi B.

Once a PACE girl, always a PACE girl. Being part of PACE Center for Girls' first graduating class was transformative. PACE provided unwavering support during challenging times, boosting my confidence and helping me discover my true potential. The staff's personalized attention and encouragement were instrumental in overcoming obstacles and achieving academic success. PACE is more than an institution; it's a caring community that goes beyond academics. Thank you, PACE Center for Girls, for making a profound difference in my life.

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