SARAH's May 2022 Newsletter

CONTINUUM OF CARE UPDATES

Thank You, SARAH Board Members!

Behind every successful nonprofit organization is a strong Board of Directors. SARAH is grateful for this passionate, caring group of professionals who commit their time, resources, and expertise to advance our mission to ensure everyone has a place to call home in San Antonio and Bexar County.

A sincere thank you to all past and current SARAH board members.

View our full board member roster, including length of service, by clicking the link below.

View SARAH's Board Roster

We will be unveiling the 2022 Homeless Point-In-Time (PIT) Count data during a special presentation on Thursday, May 26th, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM.

In addition to sharing the 2022 PIT Count results, we'll discuss the current state of homelessness in San Antonio/Bexar County and the steps we are taking as a community to prevent and end homelessness.

We invite the community to join us virtually for this presentation through a live stream on our Facebook page.

Add the Event to Your Calendar!

Last Call for Street Outreach Hero Nominations

During our PIT Count Data Release presentation, we will honor select individuals as Homeless Service Heroes for their exemplary service to our unhoused neighbors.

We encourage you to nominate a peer who has gone above & beyond in their efforts to care for people experiencing homelessness and connect them to essential resources. Please fill out the short survey linked below.

We have extended the nomination deadline to Sunday, May 8th, at 11:59 PM.

Nominate Here by May 8th!

Introducing our Community's

Homeless Response System Map

We created this two-page infographic to explain our local homeless response system, including available resources, how to access & navigate services, and common terms.

Download the System Map

Watch Us on the Latest Episode of KGB Texas's #thePoint

Thank you, KGB Texas Communications, for providing us the platform to discuss the complexity of homelessness and SARAH's role in the community.

Click below to watch KGB's latest episode of #thePoint, featuring our Executive Director, Katie Vela!

Watch the Interview Here!

COMMUNITY UPDATES

City Launches New Housing Assistance Program

The City of San Antonio Neighborhood & Housing Services Department's new Housing Assistance Program (HAP) aims to assist renters and homeowners alike going through emergency hardships, keeping them housed and preventing those situations from worsening and leading to future displacement.

Qualified households can receive up to three consecutive months of financial housing assistance, with a maximum of $3,500 for rent or mortgage expenses and up to $1,500 for utilities within a twelve-month period.

The program is open as of May 2nd for rental and mortgage assistance online applications, with the online portal for relocation assistance opening on May 9th.

Learn More & Apply

I Am Here: Vital Document Legal Hotline for Youth

A new resource created by the National Network for Youth is now available. Youth struggling with homelessness may need legal advice to understand their options in obtaining vital documents.

This national hotline for youth can provide resources and assistance in obtaining: state ID cards & licenses, birth certificates, social security cards, & more. To access this resource, click here.

2022 THN Award Nominations

The Texas Homeless Network is hosting an award ceremony on September 29th to honor those who have made a profound impact on the Texas homeless community. Award categories include Outstanding Community Service, Outstanding Community Organization, and Outstanding Case Manager. All nominations must be submitted by May 21st. Click here to submit your nomination.

HUD's New ESG-CV Notice CPD-22-06

Below are key points from HUD's Notice CPD-22-06: Waivers and Alternative Requirements for the ESG Program Under the CARES Act (ESG-CV); Amendments and Clarifications, issued on April 18, 2022.

New federal requirements about expenditure deadline waiver –

In the initial notice, there was a requirement to have 80% of funds expended by March 31, 2022, with a final expenditure deadline was September 2022.
In the new expenditure deadline, 50% of expenditures must be drawn by June 16, 2022, and the final expenditure deadline for CV1 and CV2 is extended until 9/30/2023.

Housing Stability Case Management Waiver –

This waives the requirement that limits the total period of time a participant may receive Housing Stability Case Management to 24 months during any 3-year period.

Reallocation Requirements Plan Waiver –

Explains how HUD will reallocate any captured funds into communities.

Read the Full Notice Here

HOMELINK / COORDINATED ENTRY

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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!

FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

Administration for Children & Families Street Outreach Grant

The Administration for Children & Families is accepting applications for funding up to $150,000 for three years to conduct outreach and engage with runaway, homeless, and street youth/young adults to keep them safe and help them leave the streets. Applications are due no later than June 6, 2022, at 11:59 pm EST.

Learn More & Apply

Other Funding Opportunities for Youth Providers

Family & Youth Services Bureau: Transitional Living Program (TLP) - Due June 21

Family & Youth Services Bureau: Basic Center Program (BCP) - Due June 27

Family & Youth Services Bureau: Maternity Group Home - Due June 27

Visit us online at sarahomeless.org