Background Crossroads Rhode Island is the largest homeless service organization in Rhode Island and has served the community since 1894. Crossroads has shelter for families, individuals, and couples experiencing homelessness. They have a variety of shelter models that specialize in […]
Category: Emergency Shelter
DESC: Sheltering the Most Vulnerable
Background Seattle’s Downtown Emergency Service Center opened its doors in 1979 as a low-barrier shelter for people with behavioral health and substance use challenges. In 1994, DESC’s mission to provide shelter for vulnerable people expanded to include providing permanent supportive […]
Webinar: Getting Your Board on Board with Low-Barrier, Housing-Focused Shelter
Making the shift to Housing First, low-barrier, and housing-focused shelter practices can be both exciting and scary, especially for your Board of Directors. Shelter operators who made this shift share the following tips for educating your Board of Directors and keeping […]
How to Get Your Board Ready for the Shift to Low-Barrier, Housing-Focused Shelter
Making the shift to Housing First, low-barrier, and housing-focused shelter practices can be both exciting and scary, especially for your Board of Directors. Shelter operators who made this shift share the following tips for educating your Board of Directors and […]
What Will Your Organization Ask for This Holiday Season?
Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Giving Tuesday are now in the rear-view mirror. But for homeless service agencies, the holiday rush is just beginning. Across the country, phones are buzzing with volunteer groups wanting to serve special meals or organize […]