Member Agencies Community Homeless SolutionsTo lead in ending the cycle of homelessness or violence by providing safe housing, compassionate support, and opportunities for self-sufficiency through outreach, emergency shelter, transitional housing, and supportive services throughout Monterey County. Community Human ServicesAddiction, mental illness and homelessness destroy lives and weaken families, therefore Community Human Services (CHS) provides people of all ages with the tools and support to overcome these challenges and create lasting change in their lives. CSUMBThe mission of the Service Learning Institute is to foster and promote social justice by cultivating reciprocal service and learning partnerships among CSUMB students, faculty, staff and the surrounding tri-county community. County of San BenitoThe mission of Health & Human Services is to support and strengthen individuals and families by assuring safety, promoting self-sufficiency, eliminating poverty and improving the quality of life in our community. Please feel free to let us know how we are doing at HHSAfeedback@cosb.us. Dorothy's PlaceMission Statement: With love, respect, and compassion, Dorothy’s Place provides essential services and transitional support to people experiencing the injustice of homelessness and extreme poverty. Housing Authority of the County of MontereyTo provide, administer, and encourage affordable housing and related services to eligible residents of Monterey County The Housing Resource Center of Monterey CountyTo provide a continuum of housing resources from homeless prevention to homeownership to enable households to access affordable housing opportunities. HRC fosters community stability, stronger communities, and personal economic empowerment through education, advocacy, counseling and services. Interim, Inc.Housing, Healing, Hope: The Path to Mental Health. MidPen HousingTo provide safe, affordable housing of high quality to those in need and to establish stability and opportunities in the lives of our residents. The Salvation ArmyTo preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Sun Street CentersPreventing alcohol and drug addiction by offering education, counseling, and recovery to individuals and families, regardless of income level. The Veterans Transition CenterTo provide services for Monterey County’s homeless Veterans and their families. By providing Veterans with transitional housing and case management programs, they will once again become employable, productive members of the community. Associate Members Access Support Network (ASN)The ASN remains the sole community based, non-profit organization in San Luis Obispo and Monterey Counties that provides supportive services to residents living with HIV/AIDS and Hep C and their loved ones. The agency strives to improve the quality of life and independence of its clients by providing support on an individual basis. Central Coast Center for Independent Living (CCCIL)CCCIL promotes the independence of people with disabilities by supporting their equal and full participation in life. CCCIL provides advocacy, education, and support to people with disabilities, their families, and the community. We’re one of a nationwide network of Centers for Independent Living whose philosophy is that we who have disabilities have the right to control our lives and make our own choices. Community Housing Improvement Systems and Planning Association, Inc. (CHISPA)The largest private, nonprofit housing developer based in Monterey County. Eden HousingBuilding & maintaining high-quality, well-managed, service-enhanced affordable housing communities for lower income families, seniors & people with disabilities. The Food Bank For Monterey CountyTo lead community efforts in the awareness and elimination of hunger in Monterey County. The Gathering for WomenThe mission of the Gathering for Women is to provide homeless women on the Monterey Peninsula with supportive resources and a caring community. We provide the women with hot, nutritious meals, needed clothing, showers, comprehensive case management support, limited emergency assistance, education to promote health and safety, access to free basic health care, and connection to other community service providers. Neighborhood Services Center of the First United Methodist Church Veterans Resource Centers of AmericaTo support individuals and families as they build better lives for themselves, their families, and our communities. With offices throughout the Western United States VRCOA is committed to meeting the needs of disenfranchised citizens by providing comprehensive services, which include but are not limited to transitional housing, employment and training programs, comprehensive case management services, and small business assistance. Victory MissionLocated in Chinatown in Salinas, Victory Mission has been working with homeless men since 1959. Victory Mission provides safe, overnight lodging, showers, meals, clothing and other direct assistance 365 days a year. In addition to other housing support programs, Victory Mission offers a residential long-term recovery program for men who want to find a new path for life. YWCAThe YWCA Monterey County is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. Community Advisors Supporters Community Foundation of Monterey County Harden Foundation cap Monterey Peninsula Foundation