He’s sitting on a sidewalk, unkempt, sunburnt, and wearing ragged clothing. He may or may not have a “Homeless Vet Please Help” sign. He’s one of more than 40,000 homeless veterans in the U.S. on any given night. He might have PTSD, substance abuse problems, military training that didn’t transition back to civilian life, lack …
SHELTER. Inc. Awarded $1.5M Grant to Aid Homeless Veterans Read More »
Homelessness is a symptom, not a cause. Many factors can contribute to a family or individual losing their housing, including mental health issues that have been exacerbated by the pandemic. A special event next month will shine a light on how to recognize and deal with debilitating anxiety. The free online event, scheduled for Wednesday, …
SHELTER, Inc. to stream “Angst,” hold a special panel discussion Read More »
SHELTER, Inc.’s annual toy drive and Adopt-a-Family efforts aim to provide merry and bright holiday seasons for local homeless and at-risk families and individuals. Thanks to the support and generosity of donors and organizations in Contra Costa, Solano, and Sacramento counties, the agency is delighted to report that approximately 9,000 toys were donated, and that …
Community support powers holiday toy drive and Adopt-a-Family effort Read More »
Construction teams at SHELTER Solano have made exciting strides in the building of a new dining hall and kitchen on the grounds. The new facility remains set to open in mid-2022, and it is literally beginning to take shape. “SHELTER, Inc. is delighted to be enhancing the SHELTER Solano campus with this dining hall and …
Grants ensure dining hall and kitchen construction stays on track Read More »
SHELTER, Inc. celebrated its 35th anniversary Wednesday night with a special online get-together for friends and supporters. “Thanks From SHELTER” found ways to bring our neighbors together, and in doing so raised $17,500 for the agency’s wrap-around services, which help combat the root causes of homelessness in Contra Costa, Solano, and Sacramento counties. Attendees were …
Community comes together at “Thanks From SHELTER” anniversary celebration Read More »
We’re celebrating our 35th anniversary next month, and you’re invited! Please join us for “Thanks From SHELTER,” an online event that kicks off at 7:30 pm on Wednesday, Nov. 17. We’ll show how far we’ve come since we were founded in 1986 on the heels of the Hands Across America movement, and we’ll honor those …
Celebrate SHELTER, Inc.’s 35th anniversary at “Thanks From SHELTER!” Read More »
SHELTER, Inc. is delighted to announce that Embarc will serve as the sole platinum sponsor for next month’s Rock for SHELTER benefit concert. A retailer focused on demonstrating through action that cannabis can operate mindfully and successfully in communities, Embarc has Bay Area stores in both Martinez and Alameda, and is expanding into Fairfield. …
Embarc joins Rock for SHELTER as a platinum sponsor Read More »
SHELTER, Inc.’s benefit concert is set to return this fall! Join us from 1-6 pm on Sunday, Oct. 3, at Village 360, located at BackRoad Vines in Fairfield, for live music, food, and drink. “We’re incredibly excited to bring back Rock for SHELTER,” said SHELTER, Inc. CEO and resident musician John Eckstrom. “It’ll be great …
The annual SHELTER, Inc. backpack drive aims to send local schoolchildren back into the classroom with complete assortments of school supplies. Thanks to the support of friends, donors, and several local businesses, more than 100 full backpacks were distributed at various events around Contra Costa, Solano, and Sacramento counties. Donations were accepted throughout the month …
SHELTER, Inc. sends kids back to school with full backpacks Read More »
Efforts are underway to provide a new state-of-the-art dining hall and kitchen to residents at SHELTER Solano. Significant progress has been made on the construction of the facility since ground was broken in April of this year. Underground sewer, water, gas, and electrical systems have been laid out. Concrete and tension wires will follow over …
Dining hall and kitchen construction continues at SHELTER Solano Read More »
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