JOSEPH SAPIENZA
Operations Director
Joseph Sapienza was born and raised in Queens, New York, the son of a World War II veteran. After graduating from Baruch College, he contributed to the growth of a small business, transforming it into a successful family company while also building his own family and raising two wonderful children.
Fast forward 20 years to 2015... Joseph found himself homeless in Terrell, Texas, at the end of his options, a consequence of his long struggle with alcoholism. Today, he is happy, healthy, and serving as the Operations Director for Dallas 24 Hour Club, where he previously spent five years as Program Manager. He takes pride in serving the organization that helped him rebuild his life and find a fresh start.
“Sitting down and hearing someone’s experience as a past resident allows me the unique opportunity to pass on what was so generously offered to me. My path is the same path our Residents 'get to' travel today. If sharing my story provides even a small ounce of hope to a resident on their way to a new life, then I know I’ve done my job.”