Elk Grove HART is an all-volunteer organization that was formed in 2010 to provide services to the growing number of people experiencing homelessness in the Elk Grove area. The intention is to assist the homeless in becoming independent and self-sustaining through a one-on-one mentoring program. The Elk Grove HART model has been so successful that it has been duplicated in 10 other local communities including Rancho Cordova, Citrus Heights, Folsom, and Carmichael.
HART Supports Three Transitional Houses
In 2013, the Grace House opened to provide transitional housing for 5 homeless people and a housing monitor. A six-month stay gives each person an opportunity to seek employment and find housing with the help of their mentor and a caseworker.
In 2015, the Meadow House for families opened for the increasing number of families experiencing homelessness in the Elk Grove area. Three families can stay in the house for up to 9 months, through an entire school year. Goals are set and worked on during that time to stabilize the families and help them to move out of homelessness. More than 80% of residents who have graduated from the transitional housing program have secured permanent housing.
During the summer of 2021, Elk Grove HART, in partnership with Sacramento Self Help Housing, dedicated its third transitional housing facility for those experiencing homelessness. The Moon Creek home has seven bedrooms, three bathrooms and 2,900 square feet of living space. Stays in this new home will vary from short-term (weeks) up to 12 months to help families stabilize and work through any issues that may be presenting challenges in obtaining permanent housing. During their stay in the Moon Creek House, the Elk Grove community will surround the families with supportive services, mentoring and case management. Elk Grove HART plays a dominant role in these support services by providing mentors who “walk beside” the clients during their stay.
HART Manages Several Grants to Provide Shelter and Transportation Assistance
In addition to long-term transitional housing, HART works closely with the Elk Grove City Navigator to identify individuals and families who need short-term shelter solutions. Motel stays, assistance with vehicle registration and repairs, bus passes, and reimbursement for rental application expenses are examples of the types of support made available through American Rescue Plan grant funding provided by the City of Elk Grove.
HART Strives to Bring Change that Lasts a Lifetime
HART provides support with a non-judgmental approach as mentors help people in the pursuit of a better life. HART cannot do it alone. HART relies on people, businesses, and organizations in the local community to help bring lasting change. Your donation today will make a difference. Join us and be a part of the solution.
Elk Grove HART's mission is to assist the unhoused in Elk Grove toward self-sufficiency and greater independence.
FUNDING is needed to support three transitional homes in Elk Grove. In cooperation with the City of Elk Grove and Sacramento Self-Help Housing, we obtained our first transitional house in the Old Town area of Elk Grove. Through the hard work and generous donations of so many, we were able to transform a neglected, run-down house into a shining star of the neighborhood. This 5 bedroom, 3 bath house provides a stable environment to mentor the clients as they become solid productive members of society. Meadow House was our second transitional home. Meadow House is designed for families. This spacious 7 bedroom house is home to 3 families plus a house monitor. The unique configuration of the home is perfectly set up for each family to have 2 bedrooms and a bathroom.
During the summer of 2021, Elk Grove HART, in partnership with Sacramento Self Help Housing, dedicated its third transitional housing facility for those experiencing homelessness. The Moon Creek home has seven bedrooms, three bathrooms and 2,900 square feet of living space. Stays in this new home will vary from short-term (weeks) up to 18 months to help families stabilize and work through any issues that may be presenting challenges in obtaining permanent housing. During their stay in the Moon Creek House, the Elk Grove community will surround them with supportive services, mentoring and case management. Elk Grove HART plays a dominant role in these support services by providing mentors who “walk beside” the clients during their stay. Our goal is to help these families get out of homelessness and back on their feet. To accomplish this, we need continued monetary support.
VOLUNTEERS are needed to serve as mentors for guests residing in our transitional houses.
FURNITURE AND HOUSEHOLD ITEMS are needed as new housing options are provided by the City of Elk Grove. When each new independent household is established, there are immediate needs for beds and bed frames, chests of drawers, bed linens and assorted kitchen supplies and small appliances.
FUNDING AND/OR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES DONATIONS are needed to support the varied needs of individuals and families staying in our transitional houses. Car and bicycle repairs, automobile registrations, and other transportation related issues often create barriers for our clients as they work to stabilize their financial situations while in our houses.
Organization name
Elk Grove HART
other names
EGHART
Tax id (EIN)
46-4162394
Mission Category
Housing, Shelter
Operating Budget
$100,001-$250,000
Organization Need
Funding: Program, Furniture, Volunteers
Demographics Served
Homeless/Underhoused/Unhoused
Counties Served
Sacramento
Address
P.O. Box 1343Elk Grove, CA, US