what's new at people serving people
guest advisory council
The voices and ideas from People Serving People’s Guest Advisory Council, made up of shelter guests, residents, and employees, have led to tangible changes in our building, processes, and policies. Learn more about our work to champion the voices of the communities we serve.
value of parent engagement
One half of children from low-income homes are not “ready to succeed in school,” according to kindergarten teachers. Effective parent engagement programs, like People Serving People’s program, help address this need.
systems change
What does it mean for People Serving People to work on systems change initiatives? The lives and experiences of our shelter families and program participants are shaped by the interconnected systems with which they interact. Often these systems create and perpetuate economic and educational disparities, among others.
wilder research triennial homeless study
Understand the prevalence, causes, circumstances, and effects of homelessness.
healthy communities, healthy kids
Where we live shapes how well and how long we live. From stable housing and transportation to economic opportunity and public spaces that support play, we can all collaborate and help children and their families thrive.