About us
Our mission:
We empower justice-involved individuals to overcome adversity and reach their full potential.
Our vision:
To eradicate mass incarceration through innovative social entrepreneurship.
Our Values
Compassion
Integrity
Accountability
Inclusion
Innovation
The Pioneer Story
In 1962, Jack Dalton opened a single halfway house in Seattle and founded Pioneer Human Services. Since then, Pioneer has expanded into a thriving nonprofit organization, operating over 35 programs across the state of Washington.
As a leading nonprofit social enterprise, we offer programs and support services to more than 9,000 people who are working to overcome the challenges of conviction histories, substance use disorders, and mental health issues.
With treatment, housing, job training, and employment services, we help people who want to turn their lives around make better choices and live healthier lives.
What is a nonprofit social enterprise?
Our operational model is unique. Unlike most nonprofits, Pioneer is a nonprofit social enterprise. We operate a diverse line of businesses that provide on-the-job training and work experience for the people we serve, while generating revenue to fund our social mission.
When companies do business with Pioneer, they can count on high-quality products at competitive prices, with the added benefit of knowing that they are helping people gain the experience they need to reclaim their lives and become productive members of our communities.
As a nonprofit (501c3) social enterprise, one hundred percent of our revenue is reinvested within the organization.
We believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to achieve their potential. Read about our priorities, goals, and approach in our Strategic Plan.
strategic priorities
Strategic Plan – One Page
From incarceration and addiction – to recovery and success
Read success stories from our clients and employees.