George Folk is the Founder of Action Alliance Foundation (AAF), a nonprofit that provides safe recovery residences for homeless alcoholics and addicts, including those struggling with mental health issues.
Drinking since the age of 15, George received multiple DUIs. In 1995, a judge gave him a choice – prison or moving into a recovery residence. He chose the recovery and has been sober ever since.
Over the years, George noticed that homeless alcoholics and addicts were unable to qualify for a bed and decided to establish AAF to address the problem. In just three years, AAF has grown to provide rental assistance so residents can heal emotionally and physically before returning to the work force.
Nominated by: Action Alliance Foundation; Cooper Fellowship, Inc.; Woodglen Recovery Junction; Mariposa Women and Family Center; Roque Center Inc.