In 2018, Cisco made a historic pledge to address homelessness in Santa Clara County. They committed $50 million in grant funding over five years – the largest corporate donation of its kind at the time - and Covenant House California is a beneficiary. "Time and time again, Cisco has stepped up for Covenant House to help provide access to safe and long-term housing opportunities for youth facing homelessness. There is a tremendous need and opportunity to help young people out of homelessness and into employment and supported by a community that really cares about them, and I know we can count on Cisco to be with us every step of the way." - Bill Bedrossian, President and CEO Covenant House International Read more about Cisco's housing journey here: https://lnkd.in/ey6cWuP9
Covenant House International
Non-profit Organizations
New York, NY 14,910 followers
Covenant House provides housing and supportive services to youth facing homelessness.
About us
No youth should ever be without a home — period. This urgent belief and over 50 years of experience have placed Covenant House at the forefront of the fight against youth homelessness. Founded in 1972, Covenant House is the largest primarily privately-funded agency in the North and Central America offering free 24/7 crisis care, housing, and supportive services for youth, young families, and survivors of human trafficking. Located in 34 cities across 5 countries (the United States, Canada, Guatemala, Honduras, and Mexico) Covenant House provides shelter, food, medical and mental health care, crisis intervention, educational and vocational services, and an array of supportive services to youth facing homelessness regardless of their race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. The Covenant House mission is centered and built on community, where youth, staff, volunteers, and partners love one another unconditionally, respect each other absolutely, and dedicate ourselves to a covenant of compassion and hope.
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https://www.covenanthouse.org
External link for Covenant House International
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- New York, NY
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1972
- Specialties
- Transitional and supported housing, Food and clothing, Legal aid and medical care, and Educational services and job training
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5 Penn Plaza
New York, NY 10001, US
Employees at Covenant House International
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Alison Brosnan McKenna, vice president of development, leads this important work for Covenant House, and today she is a distinguished member of this panel discussing legacy giving.
Join us next week for this complimentary member-exclusive webinar. In this session, you’ll learn how this type of giving works, the benefits for older donors, and the opportunities for charities and more! Learn more & register: https://lnkd.in/eRhVn8YP
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Missed the JLTV special on Covenant House? The full episode is available now! Thanks again to Covenant House California for demonstrating their amazing work and representing the entire Covenant House federation. And to our friends at 'The J Report', thank you for covering the youth homelessness crisis and positioning Covenant House as a solution.
The Problem is Youth Homelessness. This group is trying to be the solution. - J REPORT FULL EPISODE
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Covenant House is grateful to be Transparent Energy's charity of choice this past quarter. We are deeply moved by the generosity and compassion shown by Transparent Energy and each and every one who donated and supported this cause to raise over $2,000 in support of youth facing homelessness. ⚡️🙌✨
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Pride month at Covenant House was filled with volunteer opportunities for our awesome corporate partners! From banner painting with QBE Insurance to kit packing with MetLife to bracelet making with Accenture, we had such a great time connecting our supporters and our youth over shared joy and Pride.
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Today's decision by the Supreme Court in the Johnson v. Grants Pass case sets a dangerous precedent for the quarter of a million people who sleep outside each night in America and for the millions of families who are just one missed paycheck away from homelessness. This ruling makes it easier to jail or ticket homeless people and youth for sleeping outside, which will make homelessness worse. Covenant House stands unwavering in our commitment to be there for any youth who comes to our doors. Help end youth homelessness and create opportunities for self-reliance when you make your gift today: https://lnkd.in/eJ5MB93m.
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Thank you Bob's Discount Furniture!
We know a good night's sleep is important for all young people and that's why we're honored to donate beds to the newly opened Transitional Living Program: Rights of Passage (ROP) at Covenant House International, a shelter and service provider for youth experiencing homelessness. Thank you to the employees of Bob's South Loop, Chicago store for helping to make beds and particiapte in the ribbon cutting of the new facility. https://lnkd.in/eg2veiMm
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Covenant House Georgia CEO Dr. Alie Redd is returning to serve as co-chair of the Atlanta Mayor's LGBTQ+ Advisory Board! Almost a third of Covenant House residents identify as LGBTQ+, and we're proud to have Dr. Redd advocating for queer youth in Atlanta. She says: “Atlanta stands as a beacon of hope and inclusivity, and the undisputed LGBTQ capital of the south. The Mayor’s LGBTQ+ Advisory Board is proud to continue advising and supporting Mayor Dickens, the Division of LGBTQ+ Affairs and City officials.”
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A decision on Johnson v Grants Pass is expected today. The most important Supreme Court case on homelessness in the last 40 years will decide whether cities and towns have the right to fine and arrest people for sleeping outside with basic protections like a blanket and pillow. Check in here for updates and analysis as the ruling approaches. “As someone who was homeless as a teenager, I can say first-hand how difficult it is to get back on your feet. Creating criminal penalties to address homelessness will only worsen the issue and prevent the opportunity for those to get ahead. Instead of eliminating homelessness, these penalties exacerbate the struggles homeless populations face, making it harder for them to overcome their circumstances.” - Dan Freed, Former resident of Covenant House New York
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Our friends at Synchrony are taking huge #Strides4Pride — they signed up one hundred team members in just a single weekend! They've set their team goal at a whopping $50,000 and are already more than halfway there. If you want to get in on the action and show your pride by helping fund crucial services for queer youth experiencing homelessness, Strides for Pride is for you. Register as an individual, join a team, or start your own at https://lnkd.in/e8H6u_uy
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