Breaking Cycles, Building Men

She Brews Men's Program

For more than fifteen years, She Brews has been synonymous with restoring hope to women emerging from incarceration, creating second chances and rebuilding families. Yet, behind the bustle of its coffee shops and roasteries, another story has quietly been unfolding: the She Brews Men's Program.

Launched in 2020, the program has grown steadily over the past five years. Founder Rhonda Bear describes that period as a “whirlwind,” marked by steady progress and unexpected success. Unlike the women's program, where attrition can be a challenge, most men who begin the program stay the course, committing to the full 18–24 months it takes to complete.

The focus is clear: helping men become Christ-followers, dependable partners, good fathers, and hard-working community members.

How is the She Brews Men's Program structured?

The Men's Program mirrors the core structure, rules, and values of the women's program, ensuring fairness and accountability. But there are key differences. Men do not work in the She Brews coffee shops and roasteries, and their children do not live in the house with them. Instead, the program emphasizes visitation support and advocacy, helping men rebuild connections with their families.

This approach has built trust among local employers, many of whom are confident in hiring men currently in the program as well as its graduates. Their example, shaped by leadership, strength, and resilience, has inspired others in the community seeking change.

How many men does the She Brews Men's Program serve?

To better support each participant, She Brews hired a Men's Case Manager in 2025, ensuring nothing “falls through the cracks.” This added structure has strengthened the program, but growth has created new pressures.

The Men's House currently serves seven residents, and every bed is full. A waitlist is constant, often forcing staff to turn men away. To meet the demand, Bear envisions converting part of the garage into a bedroom with two new bunk beds and reducing the laundry room to create a second bathroom. Quotes are being gathered, but the vision depends on new funding.

How can I help the She Brews Men's Program?

Those who feel called to support the project can do so at https://shebrews.breezechms.com/give/online. For more information, visit the She Brews website.