OUR WORK
Since we were formed in 1986, we have been a collaborative force to support agencies and people facing homelessness. Today, we have over 30 member agencies who provide shelter, housing, healthcare, food, outreach, and more. Our job is to educate the public about the face of homelessness; advocate for change; and coordinate the work of our partners by filling gaps in services and leveraging resources.
OUR LINES OF SERVICE
- Engage the community in advocating for legislation to improve the lives of people experiencing homelessness
- Speak to local and state officials
- Mobilize partners and people facing homelessness to communicate their concerns
- Report on trends among people facing homelessness and create recommendations
- Provide free training to homeless services providers on best practices
- Speak to classes, businesses, and community groups
- Coordinate city-wide system & database to identify and remedy gaps in services
- Apply for $14 million in federal funding
- Make reservations & referrals
- Support hundreds of permanent supportive housing tenants