ABOUT THE FOUNDER & ORGANIZATION

Judith Halbreich

Home of Champions (HOC) Founder, Judith Halbreich, LCSW has had a successful executive career in social services, mental health, and clinical research, serving on many Boards of Directors. Ms. Halbreich created one of the first NYC foster care programs for infants suffering from AIDS, in addition to creating an award-winning independent living program for youth aging out of the foster care system. Her passion is to bring to fruition the HOC leadership program, which will inspire youth to become champions of their best selves.

Home of Champions

Home of Champions (HOC) is a newly recognized 501c3 non-profit organization with a mission to provide a “home base” for youth ages 16-24 who are emerging from the foster care system. It is a challenging and supportive program where youth will have access to opportunities, resources, and mentoring; gain the knowledge to live an active, consistent, and sustained lifestyle; and develop the attitude necessary to become responsible leaders, change-makers, and entrepreneurs of tomorrow.