The recent report studying the behaviors of a sample of people with repeated criminal offenses in Seattlehighlighted a problem we see at DESC frequently – for some, the relationship between the criminal justice system and the streets and emergency shelters is a revolving door. Continue reading “Housing First and the Criminal Justice System”
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Thanks for Joining Us at Gimme Shelter 2019!
We raised a record-breaking $65,000 at Gimme Shelter 2019, unlocking the full $25,000 in cold weather matching funds! Continue reading “Thanks for Joining Us at Gimme Shelter 2019!”
2017 Annual Report
Please enjoy this report of DESC’s work in 2017!
Pearl Jam and The Home Shows will match your gift to DESC!
A generous matching fund from Pearl Jam’s The Home Shows is matching donations dollar for dollar through the end of the year. Help us unlock the full $100,000 in matching funds today! Continue reading “Pearl Jam and The Home Shows will match your gift to DESC!”
We’re Setting the Three-Coat Challenge!
Coats mean survival for those living outside. Let’s help our vulnerable neighbors keep warm.
Continue reading “We’re Setting the Three-Coat Challenge!”