How we work and what we believe is as important as what we do.
What We Do
- We build innovative, community-informed strategies that promote homelessness prevention and long-term solutions.
- We convene trusted cross-sector partners to align systems and co-create change.
- We advocate for policies and investments that address structural inequities and improve outcomes for children, youth, and families.
Why We Do It
We believe that:
- Homelessness is a systems failure, not an individual one.
- Housing is a human right, and economic justice is housing justice.
- Ending homelessness requires addressing root causes: structural racism, generational poverty, and systemic inequities in education, housing, and healthcare.
- Thriving communities are built when people can access opportunity where they live, learn, and work.
We use an interdisciplinary approach to influence systems.
How We're Different
- Prevention Focus: We prioritize prevention to stop homelessness before it begins, especially for children and youth.
- Lived Expertise: Our work is rooted in community voices, not done on their behalf.
- Systems Alignment: We work at the intersections of housing, education, and health to align fragmented systems and remove barriers.
- Policy Leadership: We are a trusted voice in Olympia, shaping legislation through data, coalition building, and bold advocacy.
- Trusted Bridge: We serve as a bridge between state systems, private institutions, and local communities—directing resources to trusted partners and ensuring proven solutions can be scaled for lasting impact.
