OUR MISSION
is to bridge the gap between treatment and long-term recovery through supportive sober living, empowering individuals to heal from the destruction of addiction and build meaningful, purpose-driven lives.
OUR CORE VALUES
COMPASSIONATE ACCOUNTABILITY
MOTIVATIONAL EMPOWERMENT
RESPONSIBLE RECOVERY
HEALTHY CONNECTIONS
We take ownership
of our actions and
outcomes, driven by
compassion and
commitment to
those we serve.
We uplift and
inspire individuals to
reclaim their
purpose and pursue
lasting change.
We provide
structured, honest
support that honors
the recovery journey
and promotes
sustainable growth.
We foster
relationships built on
trust, respect, and
community—because
healing happens
together.
WHY WE WERE FOUNDED
Pay It Forward SA was founded in 2010 by a recovering alcoholic who recognized a critical gap in transitional support for individuals completing substance use disorder treatment. For many experiencing homelessness, substance use begins as a coping mechanism—a way to endure the fear, trauma, and instability of life on the streets.
Unfortunately, those facing both addiction and homelessness often lack access to the consistent support and stable housing needed to sustain recovery. Without these foundational resources, many fall back into old patterns, and the cycle continues. Pay It Forward SA exists to break that cycle—by providing the structure, community, and hope needed for long-term healing and change.