Socioeconomics

Bitfocus partners with the Kansas Statewide Homeless Coalition in the overhaul of state homeless data system

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Tuesday, April 28, 2020

"We are proud to partner with the Coalition, its partner agencies, programs, and services," says Robert Herdzik, Founder and CEO at Bitfocus.

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  • "We are proud to partner with the Coalition, its partner agencies, programs, and services," says Robert Herdzik, Founder and CEO at Bitfocus.
  • "Strong data systems catalyze efforts to realize our shared vision for efficient, effective, and data-driven homelessness services that improve housing stability and self-reliance."
  • The Coalition chose the Clarity Human Services application developed by Bitfocus as its new Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) software after a competitive, community-led evaluation.
  • Kate Watson, Coalition Executive Director, said that "we understand moving from one data system to another will present significant challenges.

Highlights - President Sassoli’s visit: EP Kohl building temporary residence for vulnerable women - Committee on Women's Rights and Gender Equality

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Monday, April 27, 2020

From next Wednesday, we will host 100 vulnerable women in the European Parliament premises in Brussels.

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  • From next Wednesday, we will host 100 vulnerable women in the European Parliament premises in Brussels.
  • In these difficult moments, the institutions have a duty to show solidarity and help those who face social exclusion in the cities where we work.
  • I would like to express my deep thanks for the work done by Samusocial Brussels, who are committed every day to housing the homeless and are collaborating with us on this initiative."

The governments of Canada and Quebec announce more support for vulnerable people who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless during the COVID-19 pandemic

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Friday, April 24, 2020

This funding will enable us to continue our shared efforts to prevent the impact of COVID-19 on people experiencing homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.

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  • This funding will enable us to continue our shared efforts to prevent the impact of COVID-19 on people experiencing homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.
  • All Quebec regions that are already receiving Reaching Home funding will have access to additional funds.
  • $19,514,375 allocated to the Designated Communities funding stream;
    $1,902,653 allocated to the Rural and Remote Homelessness funding stream.
  • "Canadians who are experiencing homelessness or are at risk of becoming homeless are at higher risk of contracting COVID19.

Molina Healthcare of Ohio Partners with Make-A-Day Foundation and Urban Meyer to Serve 20,000 Meals to Ohioans Experiencing Homelessness or Financial Distress During COVID-19 Pandemic

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Wednesday, April 22, 2020

COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Molina Healthcare of Ohio is proud to partner with the Make-A-Day Foundation and former Ohio State University Football Coach Urban Meyer to provide 20,000 nutritious meals to Ohioans experiencing homelessness or financial distress during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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  • COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Molina Healthcare of Ohio is proud to partner with the Make-A-Day Foundation and former Ohio State University Football Coach Urban Meyer to provide 20,000 nutritious meals to Ohioans experiencing homelessness or financial distress during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • The Make-A-Day Foundation partners with local businesses in the Columbus area to create positive, healthy environments for those experiencing homelessness or financial distress.
  • Through meals, haircuts, advocacy, and outreach, the Make-A-Day Foundation helps connect neighbors and build positive relationships.
  • "Those experiencing homelessness or financial distress are some of the most vulnerable Ohioans, and they are too often food insecure.

UPS Donating Respirator Masks to D.C. Department of Corrections and Miriam’s Kitchen

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Thursday, April 16, 2020

WASHINGTON, April 16, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UPS (NYSE:UPS) today announced the donation of 15,000 masks to the D.C. Department of Corrections and homeless services organization Miriams Kitchen.

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  • WASHINGTON, April 16, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UPS (NYSE:UPS) today announced the donation of 15,000 masks to the D.C. Department of Corrections and homeless services organization Miriams Kitchen.
  • UPS has procured a sufficient supply to meet internal needs and is sharing its available masks to support communities across the country.
  • 10,000 masks were delivered on April 15 to the D.C. Department of Corrections to be distributed to staff and residents.
  • The company delivered an additional 5,000 masks the same day to Miriams Kitchen , whose mission is to end long-term homelessness in the District of Columbia.

Kia Motors Donates $1 Million To Aid Homeless Youth During The COVID-19 Pandemic

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Thursday, April 9, 2020

The $1 million donation will help homeless youth in all 50 states receive much needed shelter and care in an effort to help fight the spread of COVID-19.

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  • The $1 million donation will help homeless youth in all 50 states receive much needed shelter and care in an effort to help fight the spread of COVID-19.
  • With shelter in place orders all but impossible for the estimated 4.2 million homeless youth in the U.S. to adhere to, we are humbled to once again provide financial assistance to organizations dedicated to helping this at-risk population," said Michael Cole, president, Kia Motors America.
  • "The homeless population is very susceptible to COVID-19 and providing crucial health, social, and emotional support during these uncertain times is more critical than ever."
  • Today's contribution is the second seven-figure donation to the fight to end youth homelessness the brand has made this year.

COHHIO Pandemic Fund Helps Homeless Shelters Save Lives

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Thursday, April 9, 2020

Homeless shelters throughout Ohio are scrambling to obtain masks, gloves, cleaning supplies, staffing, and food.

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  • Homeless shelters throughout Ohio are scrambling to obtain masks, gloves, cleaning supplies, staffing, and food.
  • COHHIO created the Pandemic Emergency Fund with $500,000 from the organizations rainy day fund and quickly raised over $400,000 in additional donations toward the initial goal of $1.5 million to support local homeless programs coronavirus response efforts through the next 30 days.
  • Executive Director Bill Faith urged concerned Ohioans to donate directly to their local shelters or contribute to the COHHIO Pandemic Emergency Fund at: https://cohhio.org/covid-19/
    This is a critical moment.
  • A majority of the donations to the COHHIO Pandemic Emergency Fund have come from individuals.

Humanity Heroes Donate Face Masks To The Homeless To Fight COVID-19

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Thursday, April 9, 2020

LOS ANGELES, April 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --To help stem the tide of COVID-19 in this most fragile and already-burdened community, the homeless of Skid Row, Humanity Heroes has donated a total of 17,000 face masks to homeless shelters in Los Angeles which include2,500 face masks donated to Hollywood Food Coalition .

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  • LOS ANGELES, April 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --To help stem the tide of COVID-19 in this most fragile and already-burdened community, the homeless of Skid Row, Humanity Heroes has donated a total of 17,000 face masks to homeless shelters in Los Angeles which include2,500 face masks donated to Hollywood Food Coalition .
  • Humanity Heroes also donated 5,700 face masks to Homeless Healthcare of Los Angeles , who provides the homeless with a 24/7 hygiene center known as the "Refresh Spot" with access to handwashing stations, showers, clean restrooms, and laundry facilities for Skid Row.
  • "It's amazing that Humanity Heroes is able to do this and, I just can't thank them enough this is beautiful," said Director Mark Casanova of Homeless Healthcare of Los Angeles.
  • Humanity Heroes is a non-profit located in West Hollywood and was founded by entrepreneur and philanthropist Michael 'BigMike' Straumietis.

Partners HealthCare Teams Up with Governor Baker, Mayor Walsh, Boston Health Care for the Homeless on ‘Boston Hope’ Efforts

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Thursday, April 9, 2020

The effort, which is called Boston Hope, brings together state and city officials as well as Boston Health Care for the Homeless and others to provide an additional 1,000 beds for COVID-19 patients.

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  • The effort, which is called Boston Hope, brings together state and city officials as well as Boston Health Care for the Homeless and others to provide an additional 1,000 beds for COVID-19 patients.
  • The goal of Boston Hope is to deliver care to patients that do not require hospitalization in an acute care facility.
  • I am grateful to Mayor Walsh, Anne Klibanski and Partners HealthCares team and Boston Health Care for the Homeless for stepping up to make these resources available to expand our health care capacity.
  • The success of Boston Hope is fueled by the partnership with Boston Health Care for the Homeless, the Baker Administration, Boston Mayor Martin J. Walshs Office, regional hospitals and health care workers that will deliver care to COVID-19 patients.

United Health Foundation Pledges $1 Million to Support Vulnerable Florida Residents Amid COVID-19 Emergency

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Thursday, April 9, 2020

The United Health Foundation has committed $1 million to provide urgent assistance to Florida residents experiencing homelessness and food insecurity as they face unprecedented hardships during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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  • The United Health Foundation has committed $1 million to provide urgent assistance to Florida residents experiencing homelessness and food insecurity as they face unprecedented hardships during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Our partnerships with Feeding Florida and Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida will provide critical aid to our fellow Floridians and their communities.
  • "Our partnership with the United Health Foundation will enable us to support Florida growers by covering some of their harvest costs while also gathering products and extending their shelf life.
  • This support from the United Health Foundation will allow us to meet the needs of those we serve during this critical time.