activities · 13
what they do
direct service · 13
- Financial Assistance for Residents Emergency Rental Assistance & PreventionProvides financial assistance to residents, supported by grants from organizations like Walmart.
- Financial assistance for residents Emergency Rental Assistance & PreventionProvides financial assistance to program residents, supported by external grants such as one from Walmart.
- Holiday and Special Event Celebrations Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsOrganizes and hosts numerous holiday and special event celebrations throughout the year, including Super Bowl Sunday parties, Easter parties, Mother's Day and Father's Day "Back to Basics" events, Memorial Day barbecues, Independence Day celebrations, Labor Day parties, Thanksgiving banquets, holiday decorating, Christmas Eve celebrations, and New Year's Eve events, often inviting families and women from other programs.
- Holiday celebrations with food, activities, and family participation Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsOrganizes annual holiday celebrations including Super Bowl Sunday, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve events featuring food, games, fellowship, and family-involved activities such as egg hunts, lantern lighting, and stocking filling.
- Residential reintegration program for homeless men Residential Re-Entry Support for Homeless MenSupports homeless men in re-entering society through a structured residential program focused on rebuilding family connections and personal stability. Since opening its first house on July 1, 2001, the organization has helped nearly 5,000 men.
- Residential reintegration program for homeless men Residential Re-Entry Support for Homeless MenOperates a residential program that supports homeless men in re-entering society, with a focus on rebuilding family connections and providing long-term support. Since opening its first house on July 1, 2001, the organization has helped nearly 5,000 men.
- Transitional Housing and Re-entry Program for Homeless Men Residential Re-Entry Support for Homeless MenOperates a program that supports homeless men in re-entering society, focusing on rebuilding family connections. Since opening its first house in 2001, the program has helped nearly 5,000 men.
- Weekly "Back to Basics" MeetingsHosts a weekly "Back to Basics Meeting by Wally P." for nearly two decades, providing ongoing support and community.
- Weekly and holiday fellowship events Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsHosts regular community-building events including the weekly "Back to Basics Meeting by Wally P.," which has run for nearly two decades, and seasonal celebrations such as Super Bowl Sunday, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and New Year's Eve events featuring food, activities, family participation, and fellowship.
- Weekly and special event programming for community and family engagement Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsHosts regular and holiday-specific events to foster community, fellowship, and family connections among residents. This includes the long-running weekly "Back to Basics Meeting by Wally P.," held for nearly two decades, and scheduled family events for Mother's Day and Father's Day.
- Work Opportunities Program Community Festival & Event OrganizationOffers work opportunities to residents at various events and venues, including concessions at Tempe Diablo Stadium during Spring Training and positions working rides at the Arizona State Fair.
- Work opportunity placement during seasonal events Community Festival & Event OrganizationProvides residents with work opportunities at major seasonal events including the Arizona State Fair and Spring Training at Tempe Diablo Stadium, with roles such as working concessions and rides.
- Work opportunity placement for residents Community Festival & Event OrganizationProvides residents with work opportunities at local events and venues, including concessions at Tempe Diablo Stadium during Spring Training, working rides at the Arizona State Fair, and other seasonal employment.
strategies · 9
how they think
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- Community-supported service model community-supported service modelThe organization relies on broad community support, including contributions from both large corporations and individuals, to fund and deliver services to residents in need, leveraging collective resources for impact.
- Community-supported service model community-supported service modelRelies on broad community engagement and financial support—from both corporate donors and individual contributors—to sustain services for homeless men, leveraging local investment as a foundational component of program viability.
- Community-supported service model community-supported service modelRelies on community support—including contributions from corporations and individuals—to sustain services for homeless men, leveraging broad-based local engagement as a foundational operational strategy.
- Family-centered reintegration family-centered reintegrationUses a family-centered approach to support the reintegration of homeless men into society, emphasizing relational and familial connections as a core mechanism for successful reentry.
- Family-centered reintegration family-centered reintegrationUses a family-centered approach to support the reintegration of homeless men into society by involving familial relationships and support systems as a core mechanism for sustainable reentry and social reintegration.
- Family-centered reintegration family-centered reintegrationThe organization uses a family-centered approach to support the reintegration of homeless men into society, recognizing the importance of family in the rehabilitation process.
- Holistic engagement through seasonal events and work opportunities holistic_engagementThe organization provides a calendar of seasonal events, social gatherings, and work opportunities throughout the year to foster community, engagement, and practical skill-building for residents.
- Needs-based access regardless of ability to pay needs_based_accessThe organization ensures access to its services for men willing to change, regardless of their ability to pay, removing financial barriers to support their reintegration efforts.
- Structured and supportive living environment structured_living_environmentThe organization provides a safe, structured living environment to foster stability and support for men undergoing reintegration, creating a foundation for change and recovery.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
Employment Services
Helps residents find job opportunities and develop skills for employment.
Food Assistance
Offers food support to residents to ensure their basic nutritional needs are met.
Referral to Community Services
Connects residents with additional community resources and services as needed.
Safe Structured Living Environment
Provides a safe and supportive living space for homeless men seeking to rebuild their lives.
relationships · 3
who they work with
- City of Mesa Partner — Developed a working relationship with the City of Mesa.
- Mesa Police Department Partner — Developed a working relationship with the Mesa Police Department.
- Walmart Funder — Provided a grant to support residents