I've been fortunate enough to have worked with THN since 2006. Numerous grant opportunities; conferences & training workshops have provided the information necessary to not only process grants, but write them. For 16 years I worked for The Salvation Army, with the first 10 from a divisional position. I assisted numerous social service programs state wide & THN has always been a foundation for many programs. Since 2020, as a contractual grant writer, I have assisted nonprofits in several counties obtain funding they have either never had before or haven't had for many years. This has given me an entirely different role & produced a greater relationship with THN staff. THN isn't just a gatekeeper for funding. They are invested in each & every organization assisting them with every level. From grants, HMIS, Homeless Coalitions, CoC's to continuously being offered education & awareness of how to accomplish a common goal - making homelessness brief & nonrecurring. The pic I chose is from the 2016 THN Conference. My friends had never attended & it was such a privilege to expose them to one of my favorite annual events. Keynote speakers, TNOYS representatives, the national USICH rep & all the strategically planned breakout sessions were extremely informative. This is the normal quality THN provides for state organizations to collaborate, stay focused on best practices & most of all, serve in unity while addressing homelessness. I will continue working with statewide nonprofits & supporting them by making sure they are involved with THN. I sincerely appreciate this organization.
I proudly stand as a supporter of the Texas Homeless Network. The impactful advocacy of THN plays a crucial role in empowering and safeguarding our unhoused neighbors, and I am genuinely grateful for their existence. I wholeheartedly believe in their mission to eradicate homelessness in our state. Through their technical assistance and unwavering support for service providers, THN is making a positive difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness throughout Texas. A heartfelt thank you to THN for their dedicated efforts and the meaningful impact they bring to our community
THN has been exceptionally suppportive in our efforts in supporting our homeless Veterans! They have a keen understanding at systems and processes, and are consistently available for their support whenever needed. Thank you, THN and all their wonderful staff for all you do; keep up the great work!
THN has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to advocacy for our homeless neighbors. It is a great resource for all service providers in our state. As a board member, I have learned a lot about the organization and how THN connects service providers across the state with resources and information on making homelessness, rare, brief and non-reoccurring. Organizations often look to THN for advice and support to improve the service delivery in urban and rural communities. I am honored to serve on the board and work with an amazing group of individuals who all believe in the mission and vision to help end homelessness.
I support THN because they are helping residents across the State of Texas experiencing homelessness, keeping families together, provide hope and empowerment to many. Making a difference! Kindness and humanity. Thank you THN for all you do! Keep it up.
I walked into the foundation desperate. I was behind on my rent, i had no job and my car had just been repossessed. The day i walked out of the Tracy Andrus Foundation i had a job interview lined up and most of all i had the the confidence to keep going something Dr Andrus said that will stick with me forever is " When people give their life to God their life gets better " i truly believe that what he said saved my life .
I am proud to support THN in their mission to end homelessness in Texas. Their dedication, expertise, and collaborative spirit give me hope that we can create a future where everyone has a place to call home."
TAF (THN) is a great organization that benefit a lot of people TAF has a real connection with the community allowing anyone of any kind to come experience all we offer rather it's a warm bed, hot meal, nice shower, or access to our clothes closet. Thanks, TAF!
I am thrilled to collaborate with THN every chance I get to because they really do what they say - it's not just lip service or unfulfilled promises. Everyone at THN has a proactive, positive attitude - even during these challenging and trying times. Thank you, THN!!!
The Texas Homeless Network has been exceptionally helpful in obtaining funding to support solutions to addressing homelessness and homelessness prevention programs. The THN staff is highly knowledgeable and professional and always willing to go above and beyond to help our Local Homeless Coalition to ensure our city is getting all the resources available to meet the needs of our homeless neighbors.
I appreciate the guidance and support that THN continues to provide for our county’s Homeless Coalition. Their staff is always willing to provide information and resources that effectively contributed to the formation and ongoing growth of our Coalition.
I support THN because I believe in their work to end homelessness in Texas.
Thank you THN for all that you do.
THN acts as the central hub, connecting homeless service providers across the state to one essential mission: ending homelessness. Although daunting and seemingly impossible due to the inability of those in power at HUD and our state and federal government to actually make any meaningful financial effort to end homelessness, THN ensures that we as a collective are pushing in the same direction. Their recent state-wide conference was inspiring and informative, showing us that the road to a world without homelessness must be traveled together in solidarity.
I support THN because I believe in their work to end homelessness in our state. Their technical assistance and support of service providers helps improve the lives of those experiencing homelessness across Texas.
Thank You, THN, for all that you do!! I am proud to supporter of Texas Homelessness Network.!
I am so proud to support THN because I believe in their work to end homelessness in our state. They work in most counties in the state to provide technical assistance and support of service providers and improve the lives of those experiencing homelessness across Texas. Thank you, THN, for helping the helpers in parts of our state that are so often over looked!
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I have been exceptionally proud to be part of the Texas Homeless Network Board for the past three years. THN does an exceptional job maximizing resources to help communities end homelessness across the state. During the pandemic THN helped bring millions in new HUD grants to connect people experience homelessness with housing and supportive services. Their ability to scale and provide these services is truly inspiring, particularly in rural communities without an active network of providers. In a time when homelessness is a growing issue and in a state that is increasingly hostile to the people we serve one bright spot are the dedicated and compassionate folks at THN. The give hope, support, and inspiration to the Texans dedicated to ending homelessness and I appreciate all they do!
Texas Homeless Network is one of my favorite nonprofits in Texas. I truly believe their statewide work makes such a difference in helping to end homelessness in Texas. From going to their conference every year (it's amazing - check it out!), to keeping up on their advocacy work, I always love working with them and learning together to make our communities a better place to live.
I am excited to serve as a Board Member of the Texas Homeless Network, in the work of reducing homelessness throughout the State of Texas. Of particular interest is the ability to expand the Data Sharing Network designed to improve the livelihood of Texans experiencing homelessness. This is a fantastic service that can be replicated nationwide in an effort to provide services to the homeless population while assisting in the efforts to end chronic homelessness and to reduce the incidences of homelessness.
Paul D. Charles, Treasurer
Houston, TX
THN has been an invaluable resource for our non-profit for years. They provide outstanding guidance, technical assistance, and support to agencies like ours. The staff are wonderful and engaging, and their expertise is readily evident. Thank you for all you do!
Homelessness HELP in Erath County is very thankful for our relationship with Texas Homeless Network. We rely on our regional rep for information on funding, her advice on projects, and expanding our network to learn and share with others. THN has helped us tremendously.
THN made a real impact on my life during a hard time. As a client, THN staff was responsive, caring, and constantly helpful along the way. I am thankful for their support and the work their agency does.”
I Wanna Thank THN On Providing The Things I Needed For My HouseHold Of Four...Never In My Life I Experience Anything Like This When A Whole Team Of Ppl Provide What They Have So I Wanna Say I'm So Grateful For Their Generosity And Kind Hearts Such An Amazing Team...God Continue To Bless You All And All That The THN Do...Me&My Children Will Forever Be Grateful
Yours Truly Jamonique Lewis
I had the pleasure of working with Jalisa Mcduffey. She went above and beyond in helping me. Her work ethic is awesome. She is very attentive, she’s always on time with communication, and cares about her clients.I can’t thank her enough for all her kind words for all her hard work and dedication to make things happen in a timely manner.She is definitely heaven sent. I wouldn’t want to have no other way but her thanks for all your hard work Jalisa.
Texas Homeless Network is a genuine organization with real goals and outputs to help house people across the state of Texas. The organization is data-driven and thoughtful in their decision-making. They partner with many communities to provide for the greatest amount of people. They are trusted and respected among Texas non-profits serving homeless communities, which is highlighted through hosting the annual Texas Conference on Ending Homelessness. I could not think of a better organization to serve.
Texas Homeless Network is a phenomenal organization with a big task of coordinating the effort to end homelessness across our state. As an expert in our field, I see their impact through all the data collection and analysis they do all year round. I feel proud to work alongside them in the mission to end homelessness!
This story began back during the Texas Winter Freeze and I GREGORY DREAD, as a participant/member of THN while living in a SRO in Houston TX, I was unexpectedly awarded a subsidy to assist with food, heating and loss due to the Winter Freeze. Since that moment I have actively encouraged and engaged in meetings, advocacy and webinars for THN. Additionally, when I applied for a scholarship with NAEH to attend the Washington D.C. conference and denied by the NAEH: it was THN(Mari & Eri) who provided me with a scholarship to attend. I can continue with a litany of actions, services and support from THN, but restrictions of words and commentary will not allow me to.
Our CoC, TX-624, has been able to obtain information from Texas Homeless Network (THN) in helping us with situations that presented as barriers to providing services to persons needing assistance with housing. This has helped in ensuring households with children, senior citizens, veterans, etc. are able to secure and maintain housing. They've provided resources and avenues to information we were unaware of when working with our populations. They've kept us abreast of legislation and other actions that affect persons who find themselves in a homeless situation. THN is the "google" of knowledge for helping in housing dilemmas for our CoC. If we don't know it, can't find it, we know who will work with us on the situation. We are very grateful to have THN in Texas working with our residents on housing needs.
Thank you for your support through the VISTA program. Having a VISTA with the City of Longview has made a huge impact on our program outreach and the work of our local Mayor's Task Force on Homelessness.
Dietrich R. Johnson
City of Longview
THN has always provided us with excellent information related to homelessness. THN was instrumental in helping us start a homeless coalition in Williamson County. Especially helpful has been Jen Beardsley. She is always willing to answer any questions, and provides great resources.
We are glad to have them as a partner!
Ebby Green, CEO Taylor Housing Authority
Texas Homeless Network is the best organization I’ve ever worked for. The workplace culture is so organically positive because the staff are all fully committed to creating the best possible outcomes for those experiencing homelessness throughout the state of Texas. From the top down, THN is a group of people creating real and significant change institutionally and in the every day lives of the vulnerable individuals in our communities.
I think THN has the potential to assist even more with TX BOS homeless population in the upcoming year. THN is gearing up for new unsheathed and rural homeless programs now. They need your active participation on all fronts.
Extremely lucky to have THN staff to help guide my organization thru the federal grant application process. They made it easy, were always ready to lend a hand, and followed up to ensure we didn't miss deadlines.
Texas Homeless Network works tirelessly to not only build up communities across the state in order to make homelessness rare, brief and non-reoccurring. They also buildup VISTAs, volunteers, staff, associates and more to carry on that mission into the communities in and outside of Texas as well. Without their leadership, progress made in our system would not be where it is today.
THN has been a big support with the Emergency Housing Vouchers. They helped our agency obtain about 12 vouchers for clients. THN continues to advocate and support those individuals throughout the process.
I am proud to be a Member of the Texas Homeless Network. Texas Homeless Network’s all encompassing homeless advocacy on ending homelessness is powerful. You have always been readily available to answer questions, provide training and resources for our families. Thank you for all that you do.
I support THN because I believe in their work to end homelessness in Texas. Its take a lot to end homelessness and I feel that we are all hands in with my organization and THN as partners we can help end homelessness!!
I am a proud supporter of Texas Homeless Network. THN's advocacy, technical assistance, and support of service providers helps improve the lives of those experiencing homelessness across Texas. I am glad they exist! Thank you THN for all you do!
I support THN because I believe in their work to end homelessness in Texas. Their support to those who provide direct service truly makes a difference. I am so proud to work beside THN and to continue to improve the lives of those experiencing homelessness across the state!!
I am honored to be a former employee of Texas Homeless Network. The organization leads work to prevent and end homelessness primarily through supporting leaders throughout Texas in making homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring. The staff contains incredible knowledge regarding the systems that contribute to homelessness and the utilization of resources to help people experiencing homelessness. The organization understands that relationships are key to this work, and I believe that shows in everything that they do.
Texas Homeless Network is an amazing nonprofit that I feel so enthusiastic to support. Their work to end homelessness in our state is incredibly important and I see their impact in my community. I am a proud donor and ongoing supporter because I believe their advocacy helps to empower and protect our unhoused neighbors, and because I know their programs support agencies all over Texas. I can't recommend them enough!
Texas Homeless Network does phenomenal work as it relates to preventing and ending homelessness across Texas. Texas Homeless Network takes on several essential roles of ending homelessness in Texas which is essential to ending homelessness nationally.
I spent time as an Americorps VISTA with Texas Homeless Network in 2018 and saw first hand the important work they do! From then until now, the important work they do to make homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring in the state of Texas is a gargantuan project, and I can think of no group of people I'd rather be tackling this issue. The staff are incredibly knowledgable, friendly, and driven by their purpose. They lead by example within the state and beyond as a model on how to best help our community members experiencing homelessness.
an uninspiring nonprofit that serves as a middleman for federal funding. THN suffers from severe mis-management and a stacked Board of Directors that functions more like a club than an actual oversight body. this nonprofit is one thorough audit away from being shutdown.
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They have done NOTHING to help my woman there in Texas. I've been calling them, had one message on phone and he told me to call later, the result: no one answers the phone! I called more than 15 times at different dates and times in accordance to the texas time zone.
I believe their heart is in the right place, but from what I've experienced, they do NOTHING. I still hope that she can get help, and she is in a serious situation where medicines and food are what she needs every day, and no one helping her, except me which is unemployed and don't even live in the same country.
BAD.
jennifer 06/23/2014
Thank you for your feedback. While we try to help everyone who contacts us by making referrals, Texas Homeless Network does not provide direct service to individuals experiencing homelessness. We recommend 2-1-1 Texas to locate appropriate services available in your community: https://www.211texas.org/211/. We wish you the best.