Your Impact at Work

Together, we can replicate Sarah's success story. We have already secured permanent housing for 82 households and have an extraordinary opportunity to help countless others access much-needed housing with your support.

This is Your Opportunity to Help Unhoused Families Find a Place to Call Home

Let’s make a difference that lasts a lifetime! This Giving Tuesday, we aim to raise $5,000 to help stabilize these families and be a part of something remarkable in the year ahead.

Low-income and homeless families are finding it extremely difficult to find and maintain stable housing in the current market without financial assistance. Even with subsidies, the costs associated with securing housing, including application fees, first and last month's rent, security deposits, initial utility setup, and furnishing a home, often exceed the funds they have available.

Overcoming these obstacles can be as simple as:

$25 for copy of birth certificate or new social security card as for housing application.
$43 fees for the rental application, credit and background checks.
$160 will cover 3 months of subsidized housing fees to prevent the loss of housing.
$400 provides 4-5 nights of emergency motel vouchers while family is awaiting access to housing.

Every family possesses an inherent human right to secure housing, and you have the opportunity to be a champion in assisting families in dire need of stability.

Your donation will go directly to providing immediate financial support to help transition families from homeless to housed!

In the heart of our neighborhoods, the stability and dignity of every family are foundational to our collective well-being. Our initiative to secure affordable housing for unhoused families transcends mere shelter. By providing a stable, safe, and supportive living environment, we are fundamentally changing the trajectory of lives marred by uncertainty and the stresses of homelessness.

Through this program, we are directly addressing the critical need for secure housing, which is often the first step towards a brighter future. Here are the ways our impact reverberates throughout the lives of those we serve and the community at large:

Securing Foundations: Every family we house moves from vulnerability to stability. Children have the chance to thrive in a consistent environment, crucial for their education and emotional development. Parents can focus on employment and personal growth rather than mere survival.
Promoting Health and Well-being: With a stable home, families have the opportunity to heal from the trauma of homelessness. Our trauma-informed approach supports mental health and fosters resilience, contributing to the overall health of our community.
Fostering Community Ties: By partnering with other agencies, we strengthen community ties and promote a diverse and inclusive society where every individual can contribute to our shared prosperity.
Economic Impact: Stabilizing families has a ripple effect on our local economy. With secure housing, families can pursue stable employment, which in turn reduces public spending on emergency services and contributes to the economic vitality of Snohomish County.
Advocating for Change: Our work also serves as a model for policy change, showcasing the efficacy of addressing housing instability as a pathway to solving complex social challenges.

We believe that secure, affordable housing is not a privilege but a basic human right. Our commitment to stabilizing unhoused families is unwavering, and our program's impact is a testament to the potential for profound change when we come together to support the most vulnerable among us.

We appreciate your generosity and support.

Giving Tuesday 2023

By Drug Abuse Council of Snohomish County DBA Sound Pathways

Giving Tuesday 2023

Stabilizing Unhoused Families through Access to Affordable Housing

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