activities · 15
what they do
direct service · 13
- Dignity Bag Program Hygiene and Essential Care Kits DistributionDistributes hygiene bags containing common hygiene and comfort items to unsheltered individuals.
- Dignity Bag Program Hygiene and Essential Care Kits DistributionDistributes hygiene bags and comfort items to unsheltered individuals through its "Dignity Bag Program."
- Distribution of hygiene and dignity items Hygiene and Essential Care Kits DistributionProvides hygiene bags and comfort items to unsheltered and homeless individuals through its "Dignity Bag Program," promoting health and dignity.
- Educational Scholarships Targeted Educational ScholarshipsOffers educational scholarships to youth aged 14–18 who are engaged in community service.
- Flexible Financial Assistance for Homelessness Prevention Permanent and Transitional Housing SupportProvides flexible financial assistance, primarily for rent, to individuals experiencing temporary setbacks, particularly those with serious mental illness, to prevent homelessness. This includes assisting high school students to avoid eviction.
- Plarn Program Recycled Plastic Sleeping Mat CreationOperates a program where volunteers crochet or weave sleeping mats from recycled plastic grocery bags for homeless individuals.
- Plarn Program for Sleeping Mats Recycled Plastic Sleeping Mat CreationOperates a "Plarn Program" where volunteers crochet or weave sleeping mats from recycled plastic grocery bags for homeless individuals.
- Plarn sleeping mat program Recycled Plastic Sleeping Mat CreationOperates a "Plarn Program" in which volunteers create sleeping mats from recycled plastic grocery bags for distribution to homeless individuals.
- Rental assistance for individuals with serious mental illness Permanent and Transitional Housing SupportProvides flexible financial assistance to employed individuals with serious mental illness to help pay rent during temporary setbacks, preventing homelessness. Services include direct payment for rent and utilities, as demonstrated by cases such as covering two months' rent and an electric bill for a high school student client.
- Transitional Housing and Support Services Permanent and Transitional Housing SupportOffers transitional services and access to transitional housing for individuals who may not be served by traditional support systems, without requiring traditional prerequisites.
- Transitional housing and support services Permanent and Transitional Housing SupportOffers transitional housing and support services to individuals who are not served by traditional support systems, providing access without standard requirements.
- Youth Educational Scholarships Targeted Educational ScholarshipsOffers educational scholarships to youth aged 14–18 who are engaged in community service.
- Youth educational scholarships Targeted Educational ScholarshipsOffers educational scholarships to youth aged 14–18 who are engaged in community service.
advocacy · 2
- Advocacy and AwarenessEngages in education, training, involvement, awareness, and advocacy related to its mission.
- Advocacy and awareness initiativesEngages in education, training, community involvement, awareness campaigns, and advocacy efforts to support homeless populations and expand access to services.
strategies · 13
how they think
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- Building community support systems through collaboration community_collaborationThe organization establishes support systems for seriously mentally ill individuals by fostering community collaboration, which includes providing essential care items, access to mental health professionals, and flexible support tailored to their needs.
- Building community support systems through collaboration community_collaborationThe organization establishes support systems for seriously mentally ill individuals by fostering community collaboration, providing essential care items, access to mental health professionals, and flexible support.
- Engaging volunteers for practical support and community connection volunteer_engagementThe organization mobilizes volunteers, including youth, to create practical items like sleeping mats from recycled materials and to connect with community members in need through programs like the Dignity Bag Program, providing tangible aid and fostering community engagement.
- Engaging volunteers to create practical aid for the homeless volunteer_engagementThe organization mobilizes volunteers, including youth, to produce practical items like sleeping mats from recycled materials, which offer insulation, warmth, and protection, and to distribute essential items through programs like the Dignity Bag Program, directly benefiting homeless individuals.
- Engaging volunteers to provide practical support for the homeless volunteer_engagementThe organization mobilizes volunteers, including youth, to create and distribute essential items like sleeping mats made from recycled materials, which offer practical benefits such as insulation, warmth, and hygiene for homeless individuals.
- Fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in all operations diversity_equity_inclusionThe organization is committed to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture, applying these principles to all practices and policies, including recruitment, compensation, and professional development. This ensures a respectful work environment and encourages inclusive conduct among all employees and volunteers.
- Fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in operations diversity_equity_inclusionThe organization is committed to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture within its practices and policies, including recruitment, development, and daily interactions, ensuring all employees and volunteers treat others with dignity and respect.
- Preventing homelessness for vulnerable populations, especially those with mental health challenges mental_health_informed_homelessness_preventionThe organization focuses on preventing homelessness, particularly for individuals with serious mental illness (SMI), by providing transitional housing and addressing gaps in existing community programs. This approach also seeks to destigmatize mental health challenges associated with homelessness.
- Preventing homelessness for vulnerable populations, especially those with mental health challenges mental_health_informed_homelessness_preventionThe organization focuses on preventing homelessness, particularly for individuals with serious mental illness (SMI), by providing transitional housing and addressing gaps in existing community programs. This approach aims to support those who may not qualify for traditional government assistance and to destigmatize mental health challenges associated with homelessness.
- Providing sustainable and affordable housing solutions container_housingThe organization creates sustainable and affordable housing options, specifically utilizing container housing, to serve Veterans and individuals facing mental health challenges, thereby addressing a critical need for stable shelter.
- Providing sustainable and affordable housing solutions container_housingThe organization creates sustainable and affordable housing options, specifically utilizing container housing, to support Veterans and individuals facing mental health challenges.
- Providing sustainable and affordable housing solutions container_housingThe organization creates sustainable and affordable housing options, specifically utilizing container housing, to address the needs of Veterans and individuals with mental health challenges.
- Raising awareness and humanizing homelessness awareness_raisingThe organization aims to reframe public perception of mental illness and humanize the experience of homelessness through education and advocacy, thereby combating stigmatization.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
Dignity Bag Program
Distributes bags containing essential hygiene and comfort items to unsheltered homeless individuals; engages teen volunteers in assembly and distribution
Fashion for Sustainability
Initiative using recycled materials to create sustainable fashion items, combining environmental stewardship with homelessness prevention awareness
GAP Program
Provides flexible financial assistance for rent and utility payments to employed individuals with serious mental illness who are experiencing temporary setbacks; requires case manager referral and client clinic standing
Plarn Program
Creates sleeping mats from recycled plastic grocery bags through volunteer crocheting or weaving; provides insulation, comfort, and protection for homeless individuals
relationships · 4
who they work with
- Amazon Partner — Maintains an Amazon Wish List for donors to purchase essential items.
- Arizona Department of Revenue Government — Listed as a qualifying charitable organization (QCO code 22292) on the Arizona Department of Revenue website for tax credit purposes.
- Case Managers Partner — Collaborates exclusively with case managers to deliver rental assistance, hygiene bags, and educational scholarships.
- GoFundMe Partner — Uses GoFundMe as a platform for supporters to set up campaigns to support the organization.