The Rising Stars Celebration of Hope is BOSS’ annual event honoring participants who have reached significant milestones in their journey toward stability.

 

Each year, we recognize individuals who have moved into permanent housing, secured employment, completed education or job training programs, reunited with family, or strengthened their health and recovery. These are community members who have navigated homelessness, poverty, incarceration, domestic or community violence, and systemic inequities, and continued forward.

 

The Rising Stars Celebration of Hope provides:

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• Recognition for participants achieving housing, employment, and education goals
• A formal awards ceremony attended by over 200 community members
• Space for families to witness and celebrate milestones
• Engagement with civic leaders, business partners, and community advocates
• An opportunity to affirm long-term investment in people rebuilding stability

 

“I carried a lot of doubt when I first came to BOSS. Completing my education and being recognized as a Rising Star helped me see my future clearly. That night was about where I’m going.” — Brittany, 2025 Honoree​

 

Sponsors make this celebration possible by investing not only in programs, but in people, building long-term stability.