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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCommunity Action Partnership of SLO County HSG 2024-25 ApplicationHuman Services Grant Application 2024-25 Application Questions Part 1 Basic Information 1. Organization Name * Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County, Inc. (CAPSLO) 2. Fiscal Agent (if different than above)* N/A 3. Project/Program Name * Homeless Prevention/Stable Housing Services 4. Requested Amount * $10,000 5. Name of Person Completing Application * Donna Fioravanti 6. Name of Person for Grant Communication and Contract for Grant Cycle (if different from above)* Ms. Elizabeth “Biz” Steinberg 7. Organization Mailing Address * 1030 Southwood Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 8. Phone * (805) 544-4355 9. Email * esteinberg@capslo.org Part 2 Organizational Information 1. Purpose/Mission Statement * Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County, Inc., addresses the causes of poverty, empowering low-income people to achieve self-sufficiency through community-based collaborations and programs. 2. Briefly describe your organization’s purpose, vision, primary activities, and operating structures * Established in 1965 as a part of the nationwide network of community action agencies to fight the war on poverty, Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County, Inc., (CAPSLO) is comprised of two client-focused service areas: Child, Youth & Family Services and Community Services; and 28 programs within seven divisions: Adult Day Care; Child, Youth, & Family Services (including Head Start and Migrant & Seasonal Head Start, Child Care Resource Center, and Family & Community Support Services); Energy Services, Health & Prevention; Homeless Services; and Supportive Services for Veteran Families. These divisions and programs are supported by internal administrative services that provide a strong, nimble infrastructure. Community needs are determined by a comprehensive assessment conducted biennially, and a Community Action Plan and Strategic Plan are formed to respond to the population’s needs. CAPSLO has a tripartite board of directors, consisting of 1/3 local government representation, 1/3 low-income representation, and 1/3 community stakeholders. 3. Name of Executive Director * Elizabeth “Biz” Steinberg 4. Name of Board President or Chair * Dee Lacey - Board President 5. Number of paid staff (full or part-time)* 950 6. Number of volunteers * 580 7. Describe the community(ies) your organization supports * CAPSLO serves over 30,000 economically disadvantaged individuals and families (from pre-birth to senior citizens) throughout 11 California counties annually, with Head Start being the predominant program outside of northern Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo Counties. In 2023, 30% of CAPSLO’s clients over age 25 did not graduate high school, household income for 29% of clients was 100% or under the Federal Poverty Level, while 44% were at or under the 200% Federal Poverty Level. For racial and ethnic breakdown, over 69% were Hispanic/Latino compared to 23.4% countywide, 1.3% American Indian or Alaska Native, 1.3% Asian, 1.6% Black, and 13% White. Overall, CAPSLO serves low-income individuals with programs and services that will assist them in lifting themselves out of poverty. The Adult Day Center provides free or low-cost care for individuals with dementia so that their loved ones can go to work during the day. The Health & Prevention Division has two free or low-cost reproductive health clinics and provides prevention education to adolescents. Family & Community Support Services has several programs to aid at-risk families. Energy Services provides utility assistance, weatherization and minor home repair to reduce housing costs. Homeless Services offers 24/7 sheltering, day services, case management, and recuperative care for those discharged from the hospital. The focus of this grant is the Homeless Services Division, which operates the 40 Prado Homeless Services Center: Night Sheltering, Day Access Center, Safe Parking, Warming Center and Recuperative Care. 8. Approximate Annual Budget * $120,634,259 9. Major Sources of Funding * In the 2024 CAPSLO agency-wide budget, 90% of income comes from federal, state and local government funds, including US Dept of Health and Human Services, US Dept of Agriculture, US Department of Energy, the State of California, SLO County, and local city governments. Part 3 Project/Program Information 14. In the table below include a minimum of four (4) metrics or performance outcomes that relate to the implementation/success of the project. Examples include: # of SLO City residents served, # of referrals provided to individuals seeking social services. Methods of Evaluation Indicators of Success / Measurable Outcomes HMIS and Client Track databases Intakes on at least 200 SLO City residents at shelter HMIS and Client Track databases Case Management notes Case Management provided to 8 SLO City residents Case Management notes CAPSLO Finance report 8 SLO City residents served with direct rental assistance Client Track database Case Management notes 8 SLO City residents remain stably housed at 90-day check-in 1. Please provide an executive summary of proposed project/program * The Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County, Inc., (CAPSLO) Homeless Prevention/Stable Housing Program provides emergency financial assistance to residents in households in the City of San Luis Obispo (SLO) that are at risk of being evicted and need help with a rental payment, or who need support securing housing with first month’s rent and/or a security deposit. Individuals provided with financial assistance are those who can demonstrate their ability to maintain rent beyond the subsidy and are willing to participate in case management for six months (to further ensure continued success). Case managers work with candidates to develop and maintain a realistic post-housed budget and connect them to community resources to obtain additional assistance including food, clothing, job training and more. In addition, individuals are encouraged to utilize the 40 Prado Homeless Services Center for meals, primary medical care at the on-site CHC clinic, and other supportive day services such as laundry and internet access. 2. Total Project Cost?* $10,000.00 3. Requested Project Amount * $10,000.00 4. Please provide a detailed description of proposed project/program * Homeless Prevention/Stable Housing, part of the existing Case Management program at 40 Prado Homeless Services Center, provides immediate financial assistance to prevent individuals and families from falling into homelessness, or assist them out of homelessness and into stable housing. Rents continue to increase in SLO County and landlords are requiring proof of monthly income equal to three times the amount of rent to qualify for most rentals. This puts much of the city ’s available rental units out of reach for low-income residents, many of whom are essential workers in the hospitality, food service and retail establishments that make the City of San Luis Obispo an attractive tourist destination. Clients for the Homeless Prevention program are screened by CAPSLO staff to assess which individuals and families have the greatest need. Individuals and families who experience unexpected setbacks caused by illness, loss of a job, or other sudden circumstances beyond their control are considered qualified if they are also income-eligible (under 200% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines). For eviction prevention assistance (one month’s rent), clients must provide proof of the emergency need: the rent payment is in arrears or due within five days, or an eviction notice from the landlord. To secure housing with the first month’s rent and/or security deposit, the household must be living in an emergency shelter, a car, or a motel. They must participate in the Case Management program and show that they can afford the monthly rent once housed. Checks for the rental are mailed directly to the landlord or given to the case manager to be personally delivered to the landlord. CAPSLO staff also provide housing navigation assistance to the household, if they are currently unhoused, and provide clients with needed services aimed by targeting interventions to address barriers that impede their ability to obtain housing. Services may include (but are not limited to) assessment, information and referral, collection of basic personal documents, assistance with housing applications, and transportation. CAPSLO also develops and maintains relationships with landlords to increase housing opportunities for individuals seeking housing, working with multiple service providers. 5. Describe the community/population the project/program will support.* Beneficiaries of this project will be low-income individuals and families at risk of homelessness or currently homeless in the City of San Luis Obispo. There has been a large increase in the number of elderly participants at 40 Prado Homeless Services Center, a population for whom safe and stable sheltering is essential. CAPSLO provides Head Start resources to children when necessary, as well as coordinates with SLO Coastal Unified School District. Of the total number of persons served by CAPSLO at 40 Prado Homeless Services Center, we project 15% will be low-income, and 85% will be very low-income. Eligibility will be determined by a Homeless Shelter Worker who conducts an intake interview with the individual or family when they first arrive at the shelter. CAPSLO’s digital client intake forms document, maintain and store this data into the Client Track database. CAPSLO collects demographic information on Homeless Services Division clients, and periodically checks that clients’ racial and ethnic breakdowns closely match those of the County of San Luis Obispo, to avoid racial and ethnic disparities in homeless services. 6. The HRC has identified homeless prevention including affordable and alternative housing, supportive services, and transitional housing as the main funding priority. Does your grant request meet this funding priority?* Yes No 7. Which other priority of the non-ranked HRC funding priorities does your request support? Please check the appropriate boxes:* Hunger and malnutrition prevention Supportive physical and mental health services for those in need Services for seniors and/or people with disabilities in need Supportive and developmental services for children and youth in need Services encouraging diversity, equity, and inclusivity in marginalized communities 8. Provide timeline for project * It is an unfortunate reality that the price of rental housing assistance quickly consumes even the maximum award allotted in this funding stream. CAPSLO makes efforts to distribute the financial assistance throughout the fiscal year the grant is awarded, rather than expend it in the first quarter of the grant. 9. Identify any partnerships/collaborations that are supporting this project/program and their roles * CAPSLO has a long-standing tradition of partnering with organizations to enhance, but not duplicate, services. With the commitment to providing participants with easier access to care, CAPSLO has worked diligently to collaborate with providers to bring necessary services on- site. CAPSLO is the Lead Agency in Coordinated Entry, in coordination with 5Cities Homeless Coalition (5CHC) and El Camino Homeless Organization (ECHO). Through the development of a shared case management data system, Client Track, CAPSLO provides assessments and connects individuals and families to the most appropriate services countywide. CAPSLO routinely works with other organizations including those within the SLO Supportive Housing Consortium, and actively advocates with the partner organizations that provide permanent housing, including Transitions Mental Health Association (TMHA) and the Housing Authority (HASLO). CAPSLO refers appropriate clients to other organizations, including Food Bank, HomeShare SLO, Los Osos Cares, Dignity Health, Tenet Health, Community Counseling Center, CenCal Health, Restorative Partners, Legal Assistance Foundation, Middlehouse, Casa Solana, and Family Resource Centers throughout the county. 10. Describe your plan for sustainability beyond the City’s one-year award funding * The operation and maintenance costs for 40 Prado Homeless Services Center are funded through a combination of local government grants, corporate grants, private foundation grants, and from community donations through the fundraising efforts of both CAPSLO and Friends of 40 Prado. However, the 40 Prado Homeless Services Center depends on grant funding from the County of San Luis Obispo for its ongoing operations. 11. Describe the plan for promoting this project, program, or service within the City of San Luis Obispo * Given the high costs of rent in the City of SLO, and because we are using the majority of our requested funding for rental assistance, there are not enough resources to fund the total need in the city. There is no need to promote the program, as CAPSLO will be able to fully expend funds just with the approximately 800 clients per year of 40 Prado Homeless Services Center. 12. Est. Number of people served through this project/program * 8 13. Est. Number of SLO City Residents served through this project/program * 8 Attachments Copy of Organization’s most recent complete fiscal year financial statement (for the previous year because it is the middle of the current fiscal year) including a statement of financial position/balance sheet, statement of revenue & expenses/income statement, profit & loss. Financial Statement * 2023 Audit CAPSLO Financial Statements Final.pdf 562.8KB 1-page Organization Chart * CAPSLO Org Chart 09.23.pdf 128.26KB Document Certifying Federal Tax-Exempt Status * IRS Determination Letter.pdf 379.75KB 1-page detailed budget for the program including how the total requested amount of grant would be spent.   Budget * 2024-25 Human Services Grant budget HP.pdf 221.29KB 1-page DEI statement that includes: Applicants’ understanding and application of DEI Affirming language that creates access and a sense of belonging in our community apart from grant Explain how this project will advance DEI in the City of SLO DEI Statement * DEI for HRC.pdf 89.1KB W^>KŽĂƌĚŽĨŝƌĞĐƚŽƌƐƵĚŝƚŽŵŵŝƩĞĞWůĂŶŶŝŶŐŽŵŵŝƩĞĞ,ƵŵĂŶZĞƐŽƵƌĐĞƐŽŵŵŝƩĞĞ&ŝŶĂŶĐĞŽŵŵŝƩĞĞ>ŝĂŝƐŽŶŽŵŵŝƩĞĞƐdžĞĐƵƟǀĞŽŵŵŝƩĞĞŽŵŵƵŶŝĐĂƟŽŶƐŝƌĞĐƚŽƌDĂƌĐŝ^ƉĞƌůŽŽŵŵƵŶŝĐĂƟŽŶƐ>ĂƵƌĂDŽƵŶƚĂŝŶͲdƵůůĞƌ&ƌŽŶƚKĸĐĞZŽƐĂǀŝůĂĂƌůŽƩĂ,ĞƌďƐƚƌĞŝƚsŽůƵŶƚĞĞƌWƌŽŐƌĂŵ,ƵŵĂŶZĞƐŽƵƌĐĞƐĂŶĚWĂLJƌŽůůƌĞŶĚĂŶDĐDĂŚŽŶŚŝĞĨdžĞĐƵƟǀĞKĸĐĞƌůŝnjĂďĞƚŚ͞ŝnj͟^ƚĞŝŶďĞƌŐĚ,ŽĐŽŵŵŝƩĞĞƐŽĂƌĚ^ĞůĞĐƟŽŶŽŵŵŝƩĞĞŽĂƌĚEŽŵŝŶĂƟŽŶŽŵŵŝƩĞĞDŝŐƌĂŶƚĂŶĚ^ĞĂƐŽŶĂů,ĞĂĚ^ƚĂƌƚWŽůŝĐLJŽƵŶĐŝů,ĞĂĚ^ƚĂƌƚWŽůŝĐLJŽƵŶĐŝůŚŝůĚ͕zŽƵƚŚĂŶĚ&ĂŵŝůLJ^ĞƌǀŝĐĞƐDĞůŝŶĚĂ^ŽŬŽůŽǁƐŬŝŚŝůĚĂƌĞZĞƐŽƵƌĐĞŽŶŶĞĐƟŽŶ^ŚĂŶĂWĂƵůƐŽŶ,ĞĂĚ^ƚĂƌƚͬĂƌůLJ,ĞĂĚ^ƚĂƌƚͬ^ƚĂƚĞŚŝůĚĞǀĞůŽƉŵĞŶƚĚƌŝĂŶĂĂƌƌŽŶDŝŐƌĂŶƚĂŶĚ^ĞĂƐŽŶĂů,ĞĂĚ^ƚĂƌƚ&ůŽƌĂŚĂĐŽŶ&ĂŵŝůLJĂŶĚŽŵŵƵŶŝƚLJ^ƵƉƉŽƌƚ^ĞƌǀŝĐĞƐDĂƌŝĂŶŶĂ'ƵƟĞƌƌĞnjŚŝĞĨKƉĞƌĂƟŽŶƐKĸĐĞƌ^ƵnjĂŶŶĞ>ĞĞĚĂůĞ&ĂĐŝůŝƟĞƐ:ĂƐŽŶ>Ăů&K:ŽĂŶ>ŝŵŽǀ/ŶĨŽƌŵĂƟŽŶdĞĐŚŶŽůŽŐLJƌŝĂŶƌĂǁĨŽƌĚŽŵŵƵŶŝƚLJWƌŽŐƌĂŵƐŝƌĞĐƚŽƌ>ĂǁƌĞŶZĂŵŽƐĚƵůƚĂLJĞŶƚĞƌDĂƌĂtŚŝƩĞŶŶĞƌŐLJ:ŝŵDĐEĂŵĂƌĂ,ĞĂůƚŚΘWƌĞǀĞŶƟŽŶZĂLJĞ&ůĞŵŝŶŐ,ŽŵĞůĞƐƐ^ĞƌǀŝĐĞƐ:ĂĐŬ>ĂŚĞLJ^ƵƉƉŽƌƚŝǀĞ^ĞƌǀŝĐĞƐĨŽƌsĞƚĞƌĂŶ&ĂŵŝůŝĞƐƌĂŶĚLJ'ƌĂŚĂŵKƵƚƌĞĂĐŚĂŶĚĞǀĞůŽƉŵĞŶƚŝƌĞĐƚŽƌ>ŽƌĞŶ>ĞŝĚŝŶŐĞƌWůĂŶŶŝŶŐĂŶĚWƌŽŐƌĂŵĞǀĞůŽƉŵĞŶƚ^ĂůůLJZŽŐŽǁ͕DĂŶĂŐĞƌtĞůůŶĞƐƐŽŽƌĚŝŶĂƚŽƌůŝŶĂ,ĂŐĂƌ&ŝŶĂŶĐĞͬWWƵƌĐŚĂƐŝŶŐ COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP OF SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY, INC. City of San Luis Obispo - Human Relations Commission 2024 - 2025 Grants-In-Aid Application Case Management Homeless Prevention/Stable Housing Project Total REVENUE City of San Luis Obispo GIA 10,000$ TOTAL REVENUE 10,000$ NON-PERSONNEL Financial Assistance Payments 9,259$ Total Non-Personnel 9,259 OTHER PROGRAM EXPENSES Indirect Expense @ 8%741 Total Other 741 TOTAL EXPENSES 10,000$ CAPSLO’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement 1. Applicant’s understanding and application of DEI Nearly 60 years ago, Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County (CAPSLO) and 1000+ community action agencies nationwide were established in the context of the civil rights movement, as part of President Lyndon B Johnson’s War on Poverty, and in that spirit, continues to denounce and fight against all acts of racism, oppression, brutality, and dehumanization. In June 2020, the Board of Directors formally adopted an agency Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) statement: “To support a workplace that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion for all employees.” CAPSLO strives to create an environment that promotes Respect and Fairness – one of its Core Values. As part of the community action network, CAPSLO values diversity and is dedicated to treating people with the utmost dignity and respect. The agency is committed to achieving a vision centered on respect and on the dignity, security, freedom from hardship, safety, health, and well-being of everyone’s, and to creating solutions to social disparities that impact the social determinants of health. As part of its mission, CAPSLO’s staff work toward a future where all people have an equal opportunity to achieve self-sufficiency. Further, discrimination is a violation of CAPSLO's policies and values, as stated in its Employee Manual. CAPSLO prohibits retaliation against any employee who reports possible violations of agency policies. Each year, CAPSLO’s Planning Department reports the complete demographics of CAPSLO’s clients to the Board of Directors, and those demographics are compared to the most recent US Census, to ensure no categories of citizens are underrepresented in those we serve. 2. Affirming language that creates access and a sense of belonging in our community apart from a grant. Activities that create access and sense of belonging include: • Formation of a DEI committee, which sponsors monthly learning activities and book club; conducts agency-wide “lunch and learns”; oversees content on our intranet, which contains rich and diverse resources; and a DEI observance calendar. • CAPSLO’s client intake form was revised to be inclusive of all genders. • Five strategic planning goals around DEI were crafted with the help of consultants and integrated into the agency’s 2023-2025 strategic plan. • CAPSLO has an organization on retainer that provides Mixteco translation services. • The agency’s 2023 employee satisfaction survey, which for the first time included demographic questions, such as race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and disability status as a means to disaggregate responses and identify solutions. Results were shared agency-wide. • Recruitment practices that seek individuals from various race and ethnic backgrounds for board, leadership and staff positions and review of compensation data across the organization and by staff levels to identify disparities by race/ethnicity. • Signage at each site stating “CAPSLO welcomes everyone (all races/ethnicities, religions/beliefs, nationalities, gender identities, sexual orientations, abilities/disabilities, and ages). We stand with you, you are safe here.” 3. Explain how this project will advance DEI in the City of San Luis Obispo. Homeless families and children can be invisible, less able to advocate for themselves, and the homeless prevention and case management services proposed will help advance equity in finding and maintaining housing, basic needs, and other critical resources.