Tracey Biletnikoff Foundation

Headquartered in Dublin, California, the Tracey Biletnikoff Foundation is a nonprofit substance use treatment provider and support organization for youths in crisis. They offer residential care specifically designed for adolescent girls, some as young as 10, facing addiction, domestic violence and human trafficking.

Since 1999, their mission has emphasized trauma-informed healing, education and community reintegration to empower teens from low-to-moderate income backgrounds.

Why Choose the Tracey Biletnikoff Foundation

Key features of the foundation’s approach to adolescent recovery include:

• Residential care: Tracey’s Place of Hope offers stays averaging 12 to 24 months to ensure stability and deep-rooted recovery.
• Holistic environment: Facilities feature healing gardens, yoga areas and outdoor activities to promote physical and spiritual wellness.
• Life skills: Residents receive training in independent living, cooking and communication to foster personal growth and responsibility.
• Education: The Healing Center in Nevada includes an onsite school.
• Collaboration: Services are delivered in partnership with Koinonia Homes for Teens and Race for Life to ensure professional oversight and care.
• Funding: As a 501(c)(3) organization, care is supported through donations and fundraising events to assist vulnerable populations.

Taking the 1st Step Toward Healing

Accessing services typically begins by contacting the foundation's administrative office to inquire about eligibility and availability for their residential programs. The team can guide families or referring agencies through the admission criteria for Tracey’s Place of Hope and explain how the program supports girls in crisis.