Founding Board Members
We are currently looking for 2 founding board members to help build Neighbors Light from the ground up in Norman, Oklahoma.
A small, referral-based transitional housing program in development.
Neighbors Light is a small, referral-based transitional housing program in development. It is designed for adults who are ready to move forward but need structure and stability to do it.
This is not a large shelter or a drop-in program. It is intentionally small, structured, and focused on helping people move from instability into routine, income, and independent housing.
The program is built around two tracks:
Medical respite
For individuals discharged from hospitals who need time to recover.
Workforce transition
For individuals ready to return to work but lacking stability.
Filling the gap between emergency shelter and independent housing.
Many systems stop at emergency shelter or jump straight to independent housing. There is little in between for people who are ready to take the next step but cannot do it without structure.
Neighbors Light is designed to fill that gap with structure and accountability: a set length of stay, a daily routine, case management, and a clear plan toward income, savings, and independent housing.
For immediate help in Norman and Cleveland County, browse the verified services guide.
Two founding board members.
We are looking for 2 founding board members who:
- Are based in or connected to Norman / Cleveland County
- Think practically and can help guide a small, structured program
- Are interested in long-term stability solutions, not just emergency response
- Are willing to help shape the program from the ground up
Relevant experience may include healthcare, behavioral health, workforce development, nonprofit leadership, or housing, but is not required.
A ground-floor role in a program still being built.
- Help define program structure and policies
- Support early partnerships
- Provide oversight and accountability
- Assist with early-stage direction and development
Expect monthly meetings and real decisions during the first year. This is not a ceremonial board.
Where the program stands today.
Neighbors Light is currently in development and not yet operating. The site documents the model and connects people to existing local services.
For immediate help, see the homeless services guide for Norman and Cleveland County.
Interested in joining the founding board?
Submit your information below.
Other ways to get involved (future)
These channels will open once the program launches. We are not accepting any of them yet.
Volunteer opportunities
Mentoring, meals, transportation, light maintenance.
Partnerships
Hospital, clinic, employer, and service-agency referrals.
Donations
Operating support and household goods, once 501(c)(3) is in place.
The most useful thing right now is helping us fill the two founding board seats.