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Housing for healing

Lisa's story reminds us of the critical role safe, stable housing plays in our health and wellbeing.

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Solid Ground believes poverty is solvable.

Our approach combines direct services with community-based advocacy. We support individuals and work to undo racism and other oppressions that create barriers – so everyone can achieve their full potential.

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Lisa DeBose relaxes in the community garden she nurtures at Phyllis Gutiérrez Kenney Place (photo by Chris Villiers Photography).

Housing for healing

If you’ve never experienced living without a home, you may think the solution to homelessness is as simple as having enough housing for everyone. But talk with someone like Lisa DeBose, who has experienced it, and you understand that homelessness impacts a person’s whole being – especially their health. Lisa was part of the initial community of people who gained permanent housing in 2014 when Solid Ground leased up Phyllis Gutiérrez Kenney Place (PGK) on...

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Upcoming Events

Feb
25

Community Food Education New Volunteer Training

Solid Ground’s Community Food Education programs offer cooking and nutrition classes to... Read More »

Mar
4

Calling All Volunteers 55 & Older!

Passionate about making a difference? We need YOU to share your experience... Read More »

Mar
11

New Volunteer Orientation

Interested in volunteering to meet basic needs, nurture success and spread change... Read More »

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SAVE the DATE: Tues. 3/24/20

Join us at our 20th annual Building Community Luncheon as we break bread, build community, and raise critical funds for Solid Ground's mission to end poverty. This inspirational afternoon features Chef Edouardo Jordan, a two-time James Beard Award-winning chef and restauranteur! (presented by Whole Foods Market)

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