DignityMoves

We recently hosted an inspiring event for students from The Branson School at our Labath Landing community alongside our partners Swinerton, HomeFirst, and Factory OS. The students were deeply impacted by the incredible work being done to support residents transitioning out of unsheltered homelessness. Witnessing these future leaders engage with our mission firsthand was a powerful reminder that education and action go hand in hand and that even small moments of connection can spark lasting change. Thank you to our partners for making this experience possible and to The Branson School for their time and engagement. Together, we’re building more than housing—we’re building hope, dignity, and community.

Check out the recently published, thorough analysis of California housing policy from YIMBY Law. Reports like these provide critical transparency into what’s working and where more progress is needed. While California has made bold moves in housing policy, there is still work to do to ensure these laws translate into real, scalable solutions.?

Last night on KALW’s State of the Bay, San José Mayor Matt Mahan and our CEO & Founder Elizabeth Funk tackled a crucial question: ?? Why has solving homelessness been so difficult—and could interim housing be the key to real change? San José is taking a bold stand, working to end unsheltered homelessness citywide. Elizabeth and Mayor Mahan discuss what it will take to reach Functional Zero Unsheltered and why scalable interim housing solutions are making a difference. ?? Listen to the full interview at the link in comments.

Join us tonight at 6 PM for State of the Bay on KALW 91.7 FM to hear from our Founder & CEO, Elizabeth Funk, and San José Mayor Matt Mahan on San José’s ambitious plan to reach Functional Zero Unsheltered. What does it take to end unsheltered homelessness citywide? How can we scale real solutions that bring people indoors quickly and at scale? Don't miss this important conversation! Tune in on the radio or listen live at: https://www.kalw.org/

From day one, our mission has been clear: to bring people indoors quickly, safely, with dignity, and at scale. In collaboration with our incredible partners and supporters, we've built a growing network of interim housing communities, and the impact speaks for itself. Every site, unit, and dollar invested means more people moving off the streets and into stability. And we’re just getting started! Read more in our recently published 2024 Impact Report (link in comments).?

Our hearts are with the family and loved ones of the two young children who lost their lives in the freezing cold while their family sought shelter overnight in a van. This devastating and preventable tragedy is a reminder that far too many families do not have a safe place to sleep. More than ever, we need to come together—communities, organizations, and policymakers—to ensure everyone has a safe, dignified place to sleep and no one is forced to resort to their vehicle or the streets. We can and must do better for our neighbors experiencing unsheltered homelessness. If you want to be part of the solution, support policies, organizations, and programs that create accessible, dignified housing options for people who need them. https://lnkd.in/eVmaTJmR

When communities come together, real change happens. To date, DignityMoves has built three interim supportive housing communities in the County of Santa Barbara, comprising 208 total units where residents can find stability, support, and a fresh start. In one year, these sites will serve more than 360 individuals—helping people come indoors, off the streets, and onto a path toward permanent housing. The success of the interim housing sites in Santa Barbara shows what is possible when we come together and invest in dignity and solutions that work. ?? Watch for a quick look into these communities—and imagine what we can do together in cities and counties across California!

?? Our 2024 Impact Report is here! At DignityMoves, we build interim supportive housing communities to bring people indoors quickly, safely, and at scale, providing immediate solutions. Thanks to your support, we’re proving that homelessness is solvable. In 2024, we made extraordinary progress: - 204+ interim housing units built, nearly doubling our capacity - $99M+ in public-private funding unlocked - SB 1395 passed, solidifying interim housing as a key solution - Hundreds of lives transformed—with thousands more to come But we’re not stopping here. With new interim housing communities launching in Oakland, San Bernardino, San Jose, and beyond, we’re scaling our impact to support over 2,000 individuals annually. ?? Read the full 2024 Impact Report at the link in the comments below. Thank you for being part of this movement!

The City of San José is rolling out a bold plan to functional zero unsheltered - by ensuring enough beds for everyone who needs one so that no one has to resort to sleeping on the streets. In a NBC Bay Area interview, our Founder and CEO Elizabeth Funk explained why interim supportive housing is a critical part of the solution. DignityMoves is proud to be part of the solution and to work with the City of San Jose toward functional zero unsheltered. ?? Watch the interview at the link in the comments below!

More doors to stability are on the way! Construction is progressing at the future interim housing community at Via del Oro in San Jose. Soon, individuals transitioning out of homelessness will have access to privacy, safety, and vital support services designed to help them rebuild their lives. With projects like this and together with our partners, we are demonstrating that scalable, cost-effective solutions are possible. Stay tuned as we prepare to welcome our unsheltered neighbors and provide a foundation for long-term stability.?