From Park Bench to Park Avenue

One Man’s Journey out of Homelessness

Anthony Brown’s dramatic life story has led him to many dark and often dangerous places. Addicted to drugs and alcohol since he was very young, From Park Bench to Park Avenue details his incredible journey from disfunction and homelessness to recovery and triumph – pursuing his ultimate passion of giving hope and help to those still imprisoned by destructive behaviors and substance abuse. All of the proceeds from From Park Bench to Park Avenue will be used to transform a historic home into Brown Manor – a place of recovery, where individuals can begin a new journey, alcohol and drug free; a place that offers a hand up, not a hand out.

From Park Bench to Park Avenue

One Man’s Journey out of Homelessness

Anthony Brown’s dramatic life story has led him to many dark and often dangerous places. Addicted to drugs and alcohol since he was very young, From Park Bench to Park Avenue details his incredible journey from disfunction and homelessness to recovery and triumph – pursuing his ultimate passion of giving hope and help to those still imprisoned by destructive behaviors and substance abuse. All of the proceeds from From Park Bench to Park Avenue will be used to transform a historic home into Brown Manor – a place of recovery, where individuals can begin a new journey, alcohol and drug free; a place that offers a hand up, not a hand out.

I Once Had Nowhere To Go

A story of how a lost person found his way home

Millions of Americans experience homelessness each year and is a worldwide epidemic that deprives people of basic needs such as food, water, shelter clothing, healthcare, and social inclusion Although there is no universally accepted description of homelessness, there are various definitions floating about.

This pictural guidebook was developed as a pathway towards understanding the cause, provide some insight into the solution, and the demonstrate what the outcomes are when we have open dialog towards a greater collective solution.

This booklet to inspire conversation and can be used in schools, churches, treatment organizations, or the individual. All of us can do our part and we believe that One Light Does Make a Difference.