Why this matters now While Pride Month, observed annually in June,  shines a spotlight on the queer community annually, the need for affirming healthcare, safe spaces, and community support exists all year round. As federal policies shift and funding becomes more uncertain, many of our LGBTQ+ neighbors and the nonprofits that serve them are […]

While National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month is observed every July, the need for mental health care and equitable support exists year-round. For many neighbors in marginalized and underserved communities, accessing mental health care is not always easy. Racism, stigma, cost, lack of information, transportation and insurance barriers, and past negative experiences with healthcare and […]

image above from 2026 PIT Count  What is Homelessness? Safe, stable, and affordable housing is not a luxury – it is a basic human necessity. While some dehumanize or overlook homeless people, I see them as neighbors – worthy of respect, compassion, and equally important as others in our community. No one deserves a […]