Do Hard Things Foundation · Our Mission

From One Promise to a Community of Possibilities

Breaking Chains. Changing Statistics.

Where It All Began

Every Great Movement Begins Somewhere. Ours Began Inside a Jail.

When our founder, Terrah Lund, spent 30 days incarcerated, she saw firsthand how difficult it can be to find a way forward when life has taken an unexpected turn.

During that time, she made a promise to a friend: when she got out, she would find a way to help women facing similar challenges. She did not yet know what that would look like. In the years since, she has worked to turn that promise into a researched, community-centered plan.

One promise became a purpose. That purpose became Do Hard Things.

Read Our Founder’s Story →

The Mission

Breaking Cycles. Building Connections. Opening Doors.

Do Hard Things exists to help people rebuild their lives through meaningful relationships, practical opportunities, and a community that believes in second chances.

Chabree’s story shows what this can look like. After leaving jail, she continued her recovery, found steady work, and made a home of her own. We want to help more people find the support and opportunities to build a future they choose for themselves. Read Chabree’s story →

Our roots are in jail-to-reentry support. Our vision is broader: bring together outstanding nonprofits, employers, educators, volunteers, and community organizations so that people can find the support they need—and discover what they can contribute in return.

We are not trying to do everything ourselves. We are bringing the right people together to make more possible.

The Work Has Already Begun

Hope Is Built One Connection at a Time.

We do not have to wait for a future campus to start showing up for people today.

Reentry & Mentorship

Our early work includes personal encouragement, mentorship, and relationships that can help people navigating the difficult path from incarceration toward stability.

Explore the Reentry Vision →

Horses & Purpose

Through our developing equestrian initiative and activities at an existing ranch, we are exploring how responsibility, connection, and working alongside horses can help people find confidence and purpose.

Meet Romeo & Explore the Program →

Community Relationships

We are building relationships with prospective partners, community leaders, and volunteers to create a strong foundation for future programs.

See What We’re Doing Now →

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From Jail to Independence

A Second Chance Needs More Than a Second Chance.

Leaving incarceration is only the beginning. People need a realistic path toward stability, connection, employment, housing, and belonging.

01

Prepare

Build trust, encouragement, and practical plans before release.

02

Find Stability

Connect with supportive relationships, services, and a safe place to begin again.

03

Grow

Develop life skills, employment opportunities, accountability, and independence.

The Transitional Housing Village

Because No One Can Rebuild a Life Without Somewhere to Begin.

Our proposed Transitional Housing Village is a central part of the future reentry pathway. We envision different housing options for people leaving incarceration, individuals in recovery, families rebuilding stability, and survivors seeking safety—with support that helps residents progress toward independence.

This village is a planned development, not a currently operating housing service. Its goal is to help people move from surviving to thriving.

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Conceptual vision of housing in the future Transitional Housing Village
The Bigger Vision

The Mall of Dreams: A Community Built Around Possibility.

Imagine a place where someone leaving jail can find support, a family can connect with resources, a young person can discover a talent, and a neighbor can volunteer to help someone else succeed.

Conceptual campus map illustrating the future Do Hard Things community vision

At the heart of our envisioned campus is the Mall of Dreams—a collaborative destination bringing nonprofits, educators, businesses, service providers, and community organizations together. Surrounding it, proposed spaces for housing, education, workforce development, wellness, equestrian activities, arts, recreation, and gathering are designed to complement one another.

Our vision is not to replace the good work already being done. It is to connect and strengthen it.

Explore the Interactive Campus Map →Discover the Mall of Dreams →
Rooted in Reentry. Open to Everyone.

Everyone Faces Hard Things. Everyone Has Something to Give.

The mission began with people affected by incarceration, and that commitment remains at its heart. But when communities come together, the possibilities reach far beyond any one group.

Some people will arrive needing help. Others will come to offer it. Many will do both at different moments in life. We envision a place where nonprofits, employers, families, neighbors, and volunteers share their strengths to help one another succeed.

The campus, Mall of Dreams, and Transitional Housing Village are proposed future projects, not operating facilities. Their development depends on funding, qualified leadership, approvals, and partnerships. Read our stewardship commitments.

Help Build What Comes Next

One Promise Started This. Together, We Can Build What Comes Next.

Your generosity can help sustain meaningful work today and protect the possibility of a stronger future—one where people have the tools, relationships, and opportunities to begin again.

Whether you want to give, volunteer, explore a partnership, or see the work for yourself, there is a place for you in this mission.

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Do Hard Things. Breaking Chains. Changing Statistics.