A stable place to begin
A proposed supportive living environment where young adults can build routines, develop trusting relationships, and focus on their next steps.
4ANewDay Supportive Housing
A New Day.
A New Start.
A New Future.
A place to belong. An opportunity to grow. A community that believes in what comes next.
Developing a pathway to stable housing and meaningful work for young adults transitioning from foster care in Placer County.
Explore the visionProgram in development
Residential services have not launched. Housing applications are not currently open.
Stability opens possibility
Every young adult deserves more than a place to stay. They deserve a place to begin.
Moving into adulthood takes more than determination. It takes dependable relationships, practical skills, and somewhere safe to build a future. Our vision brings those foundations together.
4ANewDay Supportive Housing is developing a proposed two-year residential program for young adults ages 18–24 transitioning from foster care. Our broader vision includes support for families as the organization grows.
The proposed approach
Support for the whole person.
Housing, learning, relationships, and opportunity work together. These are the foundations we are building toward.
Skills for work and life
Hospitality job training & Workforce Development, with practical learning in service, communication, workplace readiness, and financial literacy.
People who walk alongside
Mentorship, individualized guidance, and connections to community resources that help each person pursue their own goals.
A path toward independence
Support in preparing for employment, managing everyday responsibilities, and planning for lasting housing stability.
Hospitality as a pathway
Learn to serve.
Grow in confidence.
Build a future.
Hospitality creates opportunities to practice skills that matter at work and throughout life.
Our planned training connects a person-centered service mindset with hands-on learning, employment preparation, and relationships with local employers. We are building the training foundation before launching residential services.
Guest service and communication
Teamwork, reliability, and problem-solving
Career preparation and employer connections
A thoughtful beginning
Build the foundation.
Then open the doors.
Our plans are phased so the program can grow with the people, partnerships, and resources needed to support residents well.
Now
Listen & connect
Learn from youth-serving organizations and experienced housing providers. Develop relationships and refine the program model.
2027 · Planned focus
Build the foundation
Develop hospitality training, strengthen community and employer partnerships, and prepare the organization for a residential pilot.
2028 · Proposed pilot
Begin with six residents
Work toward a small six-resident housing pilot, subject to funding, a suitable property, required approvals, and operational readiness.
Rooted in compassion
Faith expressed through care, dignity, and service.
We believe every person has worth, purpose, and the capacity to grow.
Our Christian faith inspires us to put compassion into action: listening, showing up consistently, and helping people build their bridge to change. Founder Willie Johnson brings decades of hospitality experience to this vision of community and opportunity.
Meet the founderBuild with us
A stronger beginning takes a community.
We welcome conversations with people and organizations who want to help shape a thoughtful, practical program.
Community partners
Share experience in foster-youth support, housing, education, or resident services.
Hospitality employers
Explore future workplace learning, career exposure, and employment pathways.
Mentors & supporters
Discuss how your experience, time, or resources could contribute as the program develops.
Discuss a partnership
Contact Willie Johnson · willie@4anewday.com
Questions & next steps
Where we are today.
Can someone apply for housing now?
Not yet. The residential program is in development, and we are not accepting housing applications or offering immediate placement. This page shares our vision and invites partnership conversations.
Where will the program be located?
Our planning focus is Placer County, California. A residential location has not been announced.
How does this connect to 4ANewDay?
4ANewDay Supportive Housing shares the 4ANewDay commitment to growth, purpose, and service. It is a separate nonprofit corporation from the commercial 4ANewDay business. This page presents the nonprofit’s proposed program.
How can I learn more or get involved?
Email willie@4anewday.com with “Supportive Housing” in the subject line and tell us about your organization or area of interest. We welcome conversations about program development and future partnerships.