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Bright Future for SARAH
This month, we welcome new talent to the SARAH team and Board of Directors. We are also excited to share that our former BOD Secretary, Greg Zlotnick, has been promoted to Vice President of the SARAH Board!
Greg Zlotnick, featured center, has been a vital board member for the past two years. "Greg is a collaborative leader, a technical expert, and a fierce advocate for people experiencing homelessness," said Katie Vela, SARAH's Executive Director, "We are so grateful for his ongoing support of SARAH and our mission!"
As a growing organization in a rapidly developing city, we are constantly recruiting fresh talent, leadership, insight, and expertise so we may continue to guide & uplift our community. It will take all of us working together to ensure everyone has a place to call home in San Antonio & Bexar County.
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Welcome to SARAH's Newest Board Members!
Click their icons for our new Board Member's professional & personal biographies!
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Abe Capetillo
AVP of Claims Modernization IT,
USAA
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Cacie Madrid
VP of Public Policy,
SA Chamber of Commerce
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Cristina Noriega
Artist,
CNoriega Fine Art Inc
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2nd Annual Street Outreach Hero Nominations
On Thursday, May 26th, during our PIT Count data release event, we will honor select individuals as Street Outreach Heroes for their exemplary service in our community for those experiencing homelessness.
If you would like to recognize someone who has stood out in their efforts to care for our unhoused neighbors and connect them to essential resources, fill out the short survey below. You can nominate as many individuals as you'd like. Self-nominations are accepted, and past honorees are eligible!
The nomination deadline is Monday, May 2nd, at 11:59 PM.
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Welcome to our New Quality Assurance Specialist, Judith!
We are so excited to have Judith join the SARAH team as our new Quality Assurance Specialist. Judith brings ten years of nonprofit experience and is an incredibly caring & compassionate individual, making her a perfect fit.
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Neville's Journey Update
We are excited to share some good news about Neville’s progress and a shift in his journey towards achieving housing stability. Click the image below to read more.
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Second Chance Career Fair
For those who have experienced a period of incarceration or involvement with the criminal justice system, Bexar County's Reentry Center is offering a second chance to find a fulfilling career.
The Second Chance Resource Fair will offer candidates information on training, resources, and employment. The event is scheduled for Thursday, April 21, from 12 PM to 4 PM, at the Freeman Coliseum. Click below to register and for more information.
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Celebrate Fair Housing Month with TDHCA!
The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) is getting ready for Fair Housing Month with a series of webinars in April. TDHCA staff will cover several topics, including the latest HUD guidance on assistance animals.
The Fair Housing Webinars schedule is as follows:
Assistance Animals
Reasonable Accommodations and Modifications
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)
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Assistance with Housing Expenses Resource Guide
If you or anyone you know needs help with housing expenses, click here to access the City of San Antonio Neighborhood & Housing Services Department's resource guide for utility assistance, legal aid, and more!
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FY2021 CoC Award Announcement
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The YHDP Youth Adult Stability and Support (YASS)
Drop-in-Center is Now Open!
The YASS Center provides a safe space for rest and connection to resources for one of San Antonio’s fastest-growing populations experiencing or facing homelessness — young people ages 18-24. Congratulations to our partners, SAMMinistries, SA Youth, and Corazón San Antonio, who made this happen. We are excited to work together to uplift the youth in San Antonio!
Location: 230 East Travis St, San Antonio, TX 78205
Hours: Tue - Sat, 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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HOMELINK / COORDINATED ENTRY |
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Stay Up-to-Date with Homelink Happenings!
Homelink Happenings serves as our "industry insider" publication, featuring detailed Coordinated Entry news, updates, policies, and procedures. Homelink Happenings is sent to subscribers once a month, with our next edition dropping next week. Click here to subscribe!
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Notice of Funding Availability - Bexar County
ESG, CDBG, and HOME
Bexar County receives an annual allocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships Program, and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funds from HUD to develop viable urban communities and provide decent housing & suitable living environments for low and moderate-income people.
The application deadline is Friday, April 8th, at 11:59 PM.
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SARAH EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES |
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Research Associate
We are seeking a talented & passionate professional to join the SARAH team as a Research Associate! The Research Associate helps create and complete research projects related to the unhoused population and the Continuum of Care (CoC) in San Antonio/Bexar County.
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