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Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $9,000, Offset by the Eighth Council District One-time District Priority Funds transferred from the Citywide Activities Department, to provide a donation to the following:
1. $5,000 to support the cleanup efforts of Care Closet LBC
2. $2,500 to support House of Haven in their fight against youth
homelessness
3. $1,500 to support the many services provided by Fairfield Family
YMCA; and
Decrease appropriation in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $9,000, to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
DISCUSSION
Care Closet LBC is a grassroots organization that provides direct assistance to people experiencing homelessness. The core mission of Care Closet LBC is a steadfast commitment to meeting the needs of the unhoused community, focusing on serving people where they are by attending to both their immediate needs and helping facilitate their long-term goals. From delivering sleeping bags and new shoes to providing scholarships and employment
opportunities, Care Closet is helping to address one of the most urgent crises in our community. These funds will help support their ongoing mission during this critical time.
House of Haven provides short-term shared housing and support services for at-risk youth experiencing homelessness. Located in the 8th District, every teen who enters completes a
needs-based assessment and receives linkages to the services they need. Per House of Haven, 80% of youth served further their education, 70% gain employment or internship opportunities, and 50% move into stable housing. This important work is positively impacting the community, and these funds will help this organization continue helping teens in need.
Fairfield Family YMCA proudly serves uptown and North Long Beach communities from their 8th District location. With services focusing on youth development, h...
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