Tag: community care

Homeless Coalition Breaks Ground on New Shelter Following Substantial Donation from Morgan & Morgan

August 7, 2026

The Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida is making progress on a new $60 million shelter in downtown Orlando, following a significant financial contribution from the law firm Morgan & Morgan. The project, now…

Grants Pass homeless shelter nears full occupancy with 150 beds assigned

August 7, 2026

Parker’s Place Village, Grants Pass’ newest homeless shelter, is nearing full occupancy as the city works to address its growing homelessness crisis. The shelter, which houses 150 individuals in converted shipping containers, has seen a…

The Landing Place Family Shelter Set to Open in Kalamazoo County

August 5, 2026

The Landing Place, a much-needed transitional housing shelter for families experiencing homelessness, is preparing its official debut in Kalamazoo County. This initiative aims to offer stability to families who have previously resided in overcrowded spaces…

Council members clash over shelter funding

August 5, 2026

Killeen city council members recently found themselves in conflict during a discussion about funding the Friends in Crisis homeless shelter. During Tuesday’s meeting, tensions arose between Mellisa Brown and Anthony Kendrick, with Brown suggesting that…

New Men’s Shelter to Open in Madison on September 1, Funding Still Needed for 24/7 Operation

August 5, 2026

A new men’s shelter is set to open in Madison, Wisconsin, on September 1, marking a significant advancement in addressing homelessness within the community. This initiative results from a six-year partnership between Dane County, the…

Funding cliff looms for Bend’s homeless shelters as state support drops from $10 million to $5 million, potentially closing hundreds of beds.

August 5, 2026

Homeless shelter providers in Central Oregon are facing a significant challenge as they look towards the future. The prospect of hundreds of beds closing by next year looms large due to a steep decline in…

Mamdani admin continues to extend $1.86B commercial hotel contract for NYC homeless shelters

August 4, 2026

New York City officials have renewed a significant three-year contract, allocating $1.86 billion to the Hotel Association of New York City Foundation. This agreement empowers nearly 300 hotels across the five boroughs to offer emergency…

LDS Donation Praised, But Funding Rift Exposed

August 4, 2026

A significant donation from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has garnered widespread acclaim in St. George, highlighting the community’s appreciation for such acts of generosity. This contribution, which supports local homeless shelters…

Calgary Drop-In Centre considers changes, including more specialized, smaller shelters

August 4, 2026

The Calgary Drop-In Centre (DI), a cornerstone of support for Calgary’s unhoused community, is currently evaluating significant changes to address escalating demand and client complexity. Having served the East Village neighborhood for 25 years with…

Friends in Crisis Shelter Faces Closure After Killeen City Council Denies $300,000 Funding Request

August 3, 2026

Friends in Crisis, a vital homeless shelter in Killeen, Texas, has been denied a $300,000 funding request by the city council. This decision comes during a challenging budget period for fiscal year 2027, raising concerns…