110. San Antonio’s Model for Homelessness: Why Other Cities Look to Haven for Hope

This week on bigcitysmalltown we delve into the evolving landscape of homelessness support and services in San Antonio. As Kim Jeffries, the CEO of Haven for Hope, prepares to depart her role to take on the establishment of a comprehensive homeless shelter in Las Vegas, she joins host Bob Rivard to reflect on her journey in the San Antonio nonprofit sector. Kim's tenure at Haven for Hope offers a unique lens into how the city has grown and adapted to meet the needs of its vulnerable communities. The conversation touches on the extraordinary collaboration between various nonprofit organizations in addressing the city's homelessness and the profound impact of services expanded through Haven's campus. They discuss: • Changes in San Antonio’s approach to homelessness over the last two decades • Collaboration among nonprofits in addressing the needs of the unhoused • The challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and the innovative responses • Moving forward: what Kim Jeffries' new role in Las Vegas signifies for both cities Join us as we explore the pivotal role of Haven for Hope in shaping and supporting San Antonio’s unhoused population and the lessons it offers for similar efforts beyond the city. -- --  ✉️ Subscribe to Bob's Newsletter 📝 Resources & Show Notes -- --  RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE: ▶️ #61. Corazón Ministries: Downtown Nonprofit Making a Big Difference in the Lives of the Hardcore Homeless – Dive deeper into San Antonio's impactful homelessness response by exploring Corazón Ministries' dedicated work with the hardcore homeless population. In this conversation, Bob Rivard sits down with Erika Borrego and Brittney Ackerson as they discuss their transformative efforts and personal journeys toward recovery and purpose, further illuminating the collaborative spirit shared with Haven for Hope. -- --  CONNECT 📸 Connect on Instagram 🔗 Join us on LinkedIn 🎥 Subscribe on YouTube SPONSORS 🙌 Support the show & see our sponsors THANK YOU ⭐ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts ⭐ Rate us on Spotify