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November 11-18 is Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week! This is an annual week of action sponsored by @NationalCoalitionfortheHomeless and @ResolvetoFightPoverty working to bring awareness to hunger and homelessness through a series of educational, service, fundraising, and advocacy events! In the wealthiest country in the world, it’s an outrage that so many people go hungry and without stable, safe housing. Nobody should have to choose which of their basic necessities to forgo, but that is the reality for so many of us. As a society, we have more than enough resources to ensure everybody has their basic needs met. At the Alliance for Rights and Recovery, we know that access to food is key to health and stable housing is a key to community success. Learn about our work towards housing. Over the past 20 years, we have worked with the New York State government as well as served in numerous legislative advocacy coalitions to increase housing access. Learn more about Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week at https://hhweek.org/

If you want something different, you have to do something different. Helping people experiencing homelessness get the resources, housing and treatment they need isn't a mystery. We know how to do this. What we are lacking is a coordinated effort to bring together our resources to rapidly triage, assess and provide help to the over 10,000 men, women and children living unhoused in our San Diego region. Sunbreak Ranch is a well-thought through concept for providing a safe, temporary place for those living in encampments across our region to relocate to where they can have their basic needs met AND be surrounded by all the services they need in one place. Let's get smart about this San Diego and build Sunbreak Ranch ASAP. Humans are suffering right now, scared for their lives and perishing on our streets. Here's what we need to do: 1. Secure a piece of land in San Diego County that is centrally located (mid-county) and offers space for SunBreak Ranch. 2. Raise funds to cover the construction of SunBreak Ranch and operating/maintenance expenses for 2 years to start (Reach out to SunBreak Ranch leadership for the amount they need). 3. Build the site. 4. Open it up for those experiencing homelessness. 5. Provide triage services, temporary housing and a safe, dignified community for these individuals and families to rest, heal, rebuild trust and discover a path for their life off the streets. 6. Help these individuals find jobs, healthcare services, education, long-term care or another path based on their individual circumstances. 7. Provide compassionate, healing support and inspiration. I'm in to help Sunset Ranch accomplish its goals. Are you? #sunsetranch #sandiego #homelessness #endinghomelessness #wecandothis Drew Moser John (J.C.) Peterson HomeAid San Diego HomeAid

In a recent forum, Mayors from across the country discussed the complex issue of homelessness. Mesa Mayor John Giles emphasized the seriousness of the problem and the need for permanent solutions. At the Arizona Housing Fund, we share this commitment. Together, we can make homelessness a thing of the past. Join us in our mission to reduce homelessness by funding more permanent supportive housing in Arizona. https://lnkd.in/ggW8atq6

On Aug 15, 2023, U.S. Reps. reintroduced Homeless Children and Youth Act (H.R. 5221). Many homeless families and youth aren't helped due to restrictive HUD definitions. Lack of shelters and fear worsen their plight. The act aligns definitions, offers aid, and addresses family & youth homelessness. Learn more: https://buff.ly/3L4ugae

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💙 Are you looking for organizations to support this #GivingTuesday? #TeamCSEI would love to shine a spotlight on some of our incredible community partners making a positive impact in Gainesville: ✨ GRACE Marketplace: Join in the mission to end homelessness. Providing safe shelter, effective services, and permanent housing solutions, GRACE Marketplace is trauma-informed, barrier-free, and passionately dedicated to reducing homelessness in Alachua County. ✨ Peaceful Paths Domestic Abuse Network: The certified domestic violence center dedicated to saving lives and creating change. Offering a wide range of services, they envision a world free from domestic violence through empowerment, advocacy, and community support. ✨ Rebuilding Together North Central Florida, Inc.: Dedicated to transforming lives through the repair of homes, revitalization of communities, and rebuilding of lives. Their vision is to create safe homes and communities for everyone. 💙 If you're seeking impactful organizations to support this Giving Day, consider these remarkable community partners. Your contribution adds to the positive change in Gainesville. Together, we can make a difference. #reimaginingtheengineer #mepengineering #givingday #gainesville

Can you remember giving someone a reason to smile? Maybe it was with a present, a hug, or an act of service that took something stressful off their plate? Making others smile is priceless, and it’s what this holiday season is all about. Take a moment to relish the joy you bring to others this holiday, including families in your community who need support after facing hardships like hunger and homelessness. And before the holidays get too busy, take a moment now to make your year-end gift to VOA: https://ow.ly/HmOc50Qefco