About - Mover of Mountains

ABOUT MOVER OF MOUNTAINS

Mover of Mountains Nonprofit Corporation (MOM) wasn't created in a boardroom; it emerged from struggle. Our founder, Hyacinth Harley,
experienced pain firsthand as she navigated trauma, heartbreak, and loss. Throughout her journey, serving in church leadership, corporate
boardrooms, reentry circles, and community classrooms, she observed a common theme: people feeling forgotten, overwhelmed, and
alone. Many were stuck in "the middle."

What Is "The Middle"?

The Middle is the often-ignored gap where individuals find themselves after being released from institutions or systems. They may have survived immediate crises, but struggle to realize their potential. It’s the space between:

Leaving incarceration and finding meaningful employment.
Surviving trauma and truly healing.
Receiving assistance and building a future.
Getting clean and staying whole.
Being labeled and being seen.

At MOM, we step into this middle with a whole-person reinvention approach. We don’t just treat symptoms; we invest in the soul and aim for true transformation by connecting purpose, potential, and practical tools.

our mission
‍& vision

Mover of Mountains exists to restore dignity, ignite purpose, and guide people into lasting transformation. We serve youth and adults in underserved communities, including those impacted by incarceration, trauma, addiction, or human trafficking, by equipping them with the tools to heal, grow, and lead. Through trauma-informed care, life skills training, and leadership development, we support our communities as they transition from a state of survival to self-leadership.

We envision a world where dignity is the starting point, not the exception. Where healing is accessible. And where transformation isn’t left to chance, it’s built together, through systems, support, and shared humanity.

Our Core Values

These values shape every decision we make, every program we offer, and every life we touch. They remind us to lead with dignity,
compassion, and unwavering commitment to those we serve.

Dignity
Restoration

We believe every person deserves to be seen, heard, and valued, no matter their past or pain. This is reflected in our trauma-informed care, identity rebuilding practices, and commitment to nonjudgmental healing spaces.

Purpose
Activation

We guide individuals from surviving to thriving by helping them discover their voice, gifts, and direction through leadership development, personal growth, and confidence-building.

Upskilling &
Stability

We equip our participants with practical tools to build a secure, empowered future, including workforce readiness, financial literacy, and pathways to economic mobility and independence.

Community Reintegration & Transformation

We don’t just prepare people for the world—we prepare communities to receive them with hope and support, through partnerships with families, churches, and agencies and a focus on creating safe, thriving spaces for all.

Our Approach

We walk with people in the in-between, the sacred space where systems fall short, and transformation quietly begins. Our approach is rooted in trauma-informed care, spiritual and emotional restoration, and deep community connection. We don’t rush healing or prescribe quick fixes. Instead, we co-create safe spaces where identities are rebuilt, skills are developed, and leadership begins to emerge. The inbetween is where resilience is reignited and dignity is restored, where people don’t just recover, they rise.

But we understand that transformation doesn’t end with an individual. When one life is healed, it creates a ripple effect through families, communities, neighborhoods, and beyond. That’s why we incorporate community co-leadership into everything we do. We collaborate with churches, schools, grassroots leaders, local agencies, other nonprofits, and city changemakers to create ecosystems of support in underserved communities, where every person has the chance to rise and every neighborhood can progress together.