activities · 12
what they do
direct service · 9
- Case Management and Housing Navigation Permanent and Transitional Housing SupportProvides case management services and housing navigation assistance to individuals and families experiencing homelessness, helping them transition into permanent housing. This includes supporting clients in securing housing through programs like Rapid Re-Housing and Emergency Housing Vouchers, and assisting with vocational training.
- Case Management and Housing Navigation Permanent and Transitional Housing SupportProvides case management services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness, assisting them in securing and transitioning into permanent housing through programs like Rapid Re-Housing and Prevention. This includes support for housing applications, lease signing, and other social services.
- Case Management and Housing Navigation Permanent and Transitional Housing SupportProvides case management services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness, assisting them in transitioning into permanent housing. This includes support through Rapid Re-Housing and Prevention programs, and helping clients secure permanent housing through various housing assistance programs.
- Emergency Shelter Operations Emergency Shelter ServicesOperates multiple emergency shelters in Arizona, including the largest single adult emergency shelter with capacity for up to 600 individuals, The Haven for adults aged 55 and older with 130 private units, and the Vista Colina Family Shelter with 36 private family units. These shelters are open 24/7 year-round, providing safe housing, showers, hygiene supplies, and stable addresses.
- Emergency Shelter Services Emergency Shelter ServicesOperates multiple emergency shelters in Arizona, including the largest single adult emergency shelter with capacity for up to 600 individuals, The Haven for adults aged 55 and older with 130 private units, and the Vista Colina Family Shelter with 36 private family units. These shelters are open 24/7 year-round, providing safe housing, showers, hygiene supplies, and stable addresses.
- Support for Skill Development Supported Employment for People with DisabilitiesSupports individuals in developing skills for employment, such as assisting clients in enrolling in and completing classwork for CDL training.
- Supportive Housing and Street Outreach Programs Permanent and Transitional Housing SupportBuilds and operates large-scale supportive housing and street outreach programs using evidence-based practices, and provides social services in transitional and permanent supportive housing programs for vulnerable populations.
- Volunteer Engagement Volunteer Mobilization & ManagementOffers volunteer opportunities for individuals, families, and groups to support shelter operations and other programs.
- Volunteer Engagement Volunteer Mobilization & ManagementOffers volunteer opportunities for individuals, families, and groups to support shelter operations and other services.
research · 3
- Community Outreach and Program Evaluation Research & Advocacy on Hunger and HealthManages and improves community outreach programs for individuals experiencing food and housing insecurity using data analytics. The organization also conducts research and data-driven investigations to evaluate program effectiveness and inform organizational policy.
- Program Evaluation and Data-Driven Improvement Research & Advocacy on Hunger and HealthConducts research and data-driven investigations to evaluate program effectiveness, inform organizational policy, and manage community outreach programs for individuals experiencing food and housing insecurity.
- Program Evaluation and Research Research & Advocacy on Hunger and HealthConducts research and data-driven investigations to evaluate program effectiveness, inform organizational policy, and manage and improve community outreach programs for individuals experiencing food and housing insecurity.
strategies · 16
how they think
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- Community and Corporate Partnership Ecosystem partner-supported service deliveryLeverages a broad network of corporate and community partnerships through donations, sponsorships, volunteer engagement, in-kind contributions, and cause marketing to expand service capacity and ensure sustainable, community-shared responsibility for ending homelessness.
- Community and Corporate Partnership Engagement corporate_partnership_engagementEngages a broad range of community and corporate partners through various mechanisms, including financial contributions, sponsorships, in-kind donations, and volunteer engagement, to build a collective response to homelessness and leverage resources for service delivery.
- Community and Corporate Partnership Engagement corporate_partnership_engagementEngages a broad network of community and corporate partners through various channels, including financial support, volunteer engagement, in-kind donations, and cause marketing, to leverage collective resources and build systemic solutions for homelessness.
- Community and Corporate Partnership Engagement corporate_partnership_engagementEngages a wide range of community and corporate partners through financial support, volunteer engagement, in-kind donations, and cause marketing to leverage collective resources and build systemic solutions for individuals experiencing homelessness. This includes utilizing employer matching gift programs and planned giving options to maximize donor impact and ensure long-term support.
- Diversified Fundraising and Donor Incentives tax_credit_incentiveUtilizes a variety of fundraising mechanisms, including employer matching gift programs, Arizona's charitable tax credit incentives, planned giving options, and acceptance of non-cash donations, to maximize financial support for services.
- Housing-Focused Interventions housing_firstApplies evidence-based housing-focused interventions, including Housing First and Rapid Re-Housing, and utilizes the Coordinated Entry System to efficiently connect individuals and families to housing resources and achieve long-term housing stability.
- Housing-Focused Interventions housing_firstUtilizes evidence-based housing interventions such as Housing First, Rapid Re-Housing, and supportive housing, alongside intensive case management and coordinated entry systems, to efficiently connect individuals and families to housing resources and support them in achieving and maintaining stable housing.
- Incentivized and Flexible Fundraising tax_credit_incentiveUtilizes various fundraising strategies, including Arizona's tax credit program, employer matching gift programs, planned giving, and non-cash donations, to incentivize and maximize financial support for shelter and housing services by aligning with donor financial and philanthropic goals.
- Integrated Supportive Services and Case Management integrated-services-modelCombines emergency shelter with intensive case management and coordinated systems navigation to help clients access healthcare, identification, benefits, and housing, using evidence-based models like Rapid Re-Housing and the Coordinated Entry System to promote stable outcomes.
- Integrated, Supportive Emergency Shelter emergency_shelter_with_supportive_servicesProvides emergency shelter as a low-barrier entry point, integrating it with comprehensive supportive services like case management, healthcare, and employment assistance to address the root causes of homelessness and facilitate pathways to stable housing. This approach is trauma-informed and dignity-centered.
- Integrated, Supportive Emergency Shelter emergency_shelter_with_supportive_servicesProvides emergency shelter as a low-barrier entry point, integrating it with comprehensive supportive services like case management, healthcare, and employment assistance to address the root causes of homelessness and facilitate pathways to stable housing. This approach is designed to meet individuals where they are, offering immediate access and support when clients are ready.
- Low-Barrier Shelter with Housing First and Trauma-Informed Care housing_firstProvides immediate, low-barrier access to shelter and applies the Housing First model, trauma-informed care, and harm reduction principles to meet individuals where they are, supporting long-term stability by addressing trauma and prioritizing housing as a foundation for recovery.
- Strategic Philanthropy and Donation Incentive Programs tax_credit_fundraisingMaximizes donor impact through Arizona’s tax credit programs, employer matching gifts, planned giving options, and acceptance of non-cash donations like stocks and cryptocurrency to ensure long-term funding for shelter and housing services.
- Tax Credit Incentivized Fundraising tax_credit_incentiveLeverages Arizona's Qualifying Charitable Organization tax credit program to incentivize donations by allowing contributors to redirect state tax liability to support shelter services, thereby increasing funding for programs that prevent and end homelessness.
- Trauma-Informed and Dignity-Centered Care trauma_informed_careApplies trauma-informed care principles to provide nonjudgmental support, emphasizing dignity, compassion, and emotional restoration. This approach addresses the effects of homelessness and ensures that services, including the distribution of in-kind donations, are delivered in a way that respects and uplifts individuals.
- Trauma-Informed and Dignity-Centered Service Delivery trauma_informed_careUses trauma-informed frameworks across shelters and services to address the psychological impacts of homelessness, while emphasizing dignity, compassion, and emotional restoration through nonjudgmental support and in-kind distributions like hygiene kits and clothing.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
Rapid Re-Housing & Prevention
Program providing short-term rental and utility assistance, security deposit support, case management, tenancy skills training, landlord mediation, and benefits enrollment to help individuals and families secure or retain housing.
Single Adult Shelter
24/7 emergency shelter for up to 600 adults, providing low-barrier access to beds, showers, hygiene supplies, meals, case management, and connections to healthcare and housing services.
The Haven
Arizona’s first emergency shelter exclusively for adults aged 55+, featuring 130 private non-congregate units, age-appropriate design, medical and behavioral health connections, and specialized housing navigation.
Vista Colina Family Shelter
Family-focused shelter with 36 private units offering safe housing for parents and children, along with case management, school enrollment support, food pantry, clothing closet, and housing navigation.
relationships · 12
who they work with
- Arizona Government — Certified Qualifying Charitable Organization (QCO Code: 20328) enabling donors to claim state tax credits.
- Arizona Department of Revenue Government — Certifies CASS as a Qualifying Charitable Organization (QCO Code: 20328) under Arizona tax law.
- Centurylink Partner — Partnered to connect a client to high-speed internet service at a discounted rate through the Rapid Re-Housing program.
- Development Team Partner — Internal team coordinating non-cash donations such as stock, cryptocurrency, and QCDs.
- HUD Government — Collaborated with HUD in the review and approval process for an Emergency Housing Voucher for a client.
- Maricopa County Government — Partnership through the county’s Coordinated Entry System to connect clients to housing resources.
- Not specified Partner — Invites businesses and organizations to partner through corporate giving to support shelter and housing programs.
- Phoenix Rescue Mission Partner — Leadership staff previously held senior roles at Phoenix Rescue Mission, indicating a professional connection and shared focus on homelessness services.
- Whalers Construction Partner — General contractor for the construction of the CASS homeless shelter.
- community organizations Partner — Partners with community organizations to create systemic, lasting solutions and navigate service gaps for clients.
- development@cassaz.org Partner — Contact point for donors interested in employer matching gifts and giving to CASS.
- faith group Partner — Faith groups can host donation drives and receive speakers from CASS to engage their communities.