There is much work ahead to end homelessness on the streets of Sacramento. But already there is great news – and “best practice” distinction for our city.The big news involves the housing of more than 1,160 families through an innovative program involving federal stimulus money and the Sacramento
20 Comments admin submitted 1 years 269 days ago

The faith community has come up with a remarkably innovative method for fighting homelessness in the Sacramento community. It’s a beautifully simple idea, which makes it even more beneficial: Ask parishioners at more than 80 houses of worship to donate one day’s worth of rent or mortgage for a
1 Comments TeamKJ.org Admin submitted 2 years 63 days ago

When I was running for Mayor, my campaign slogan was “a city that works for everyone.” When I said “everyone”, I was including the least among us – the people we have a moral obligation to serve. 

A week ago I spent a portion of the night with members of the homeless population at “Safe Ground”
2 Comments TeamKJ.org Admin submitted 2 years 282 days ago

 For years I've passed by Loaves and Fishes at North 12th St. and North C Street in my car. This morning, I had the opportunity to step inside. It was nothing like I imagined. Nothing.My first surprise was its appearance. Inside, everything was clean as a whistle and organized. They serve more than
1 Comments TeamKJ.org Admin submitted 3 years 318 days ago