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- EIN 84-1549702
- (719) 338-9257
- 423 E Cucharras St Colorado Spgs CO 80903 USA
- www.theplacecos.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Homeless & Housing, Homeless Centers, Homeless Shelters, Human Service Organizations, Human Services
Mission: To ignite the potential in youth to exit homelessness and create self-determined, fulfilled lives. Housing that is safe, stable, and affordable. On-going positive relationships with supportive adults. Meaningful engagement, education, and employment. Emotional, physical, social and psychological well-being.
Results: Through our mission, youth achieve these outcomes: 1. Housing Stability 2. Physical, Social and Emotional Well-Being 3. Employment and Education 4. Permanent Connections to Safe Adults and Community We Believe In the transformational power of acceptance In the wisdom and truth that comes from those with whom we work. When we respect the lived experience and ideas of youth, staff, volunteers, and community partners, we build the momentum to end youth homelessness. In compassionate accountability. When clarity, boundaries, non-judgmental support and guidance converge, trajectory change happens for young people, our organization, and the community. Youth homelessness can be solved when diverse people come together with respect, compassion, relentless focus.
Target demographics: all Colorado youth have safe housing, supportive relationships, and the opportunity for self-sufficiency and success.
Direct beneficiaries per year: 638 young people
Geographic areas served: the Pikes Peak region
Programs: Shelter - trauma-informed, no barriers shelter with education, employment, and other case management services Street Outreach/Drop-In Center - we come to youth and meet them where they are - day drop-in center available with meals, computer space, tutoring help, etc. Housing - we have programs for transitional living, as well as permanent supportive housing - this Autumn, we'll break ground on a 50-unti PSH apartment complex.