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Newsletter June 2010
In This Issue
On the Ground: Washington State's Planning Efforts
Support the National Housing Trust Fund
Developing a Statewide Campaign to End Child Homelessness
Florida Campaign Moving Forward
Join Our Mailing List
mom and baby 2On the Ground: Washington State's Planning Efforts 
 
The State of Washington's Homeless Families Plan was created in 1997 to deliver services through programs specifically designed for homeless families, provide shelter for families experiencing homelessness, and increase access to affordable housing and support services.  Originally showcased in America's Youngest Outcasts, this is one of several case studies based on innovative programs and plans around the country.  Continue reading...
Support the National Housing Trust Fund

boy buildingOn May 28, 2010, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the American Jobs and Closing Tax Loopholes Act of 2010, which included initial funding of $1.065 billion for the National Housing Trust Fund (NHTF), as well as important provisions regarding the Low Income Housing Tax Credit program.  This week, the U.S. Senate may be voting on this bill, including funding for the NHTF.  Many national, state, and local organizations, including The National Center on Family Homelessness and its Campaign to End Child Homelessness, have been advocating for the NHTF.  Organizations from every state have signed a public letter supporting it.  Help ensure Senators continue to hear from their constituents about supporting the NHTF -  Please contact your Senators!
Developing a Statewide Campaign to End Child Homelessness
 
On June 15, Christina Jordan, Director of the Campaign to End Child Homelessness, will join Dr. Jaime Tamez, Executive Director of Cuidando los Niņos, in leading a workshop at the 5th Young Children Without Homes National Conference.  The workshop will focus on developing a statewide Campaign to End Child Homelessness based on collaborative efforts between partners in New Mexico and the national Campaign. 

Shy girlFlorida Campaign Moving Forward

With momentum building in Florida for the Campaign to End Child Homelessness, the Florida Coalition for the Homeless and The National Center on Family Homelessness are seeking a person to support both organizations and their efforts to end homelessness in Florida.  Email us to learn more about the position. 
Take Action!  
 
Read the Atlanta Journal Constitution article, Metro Schools Expand Homeless Student Safety Net Over Summer Months, featuring Dr. Ellen Bassuk, President of The National Center on Family Homelessness.
 
June 15-16: Free training in Tacoma!  Promoting Wellness - An Integrated Approach to Homeless Service Delivery is a two-day regional training on innovative strategies for providing homeless services offered by SAMHSA's Homelessness Resource Center (HRC) and Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness (PATH).
 
The Family and Youth Services Bureau of the Administration for Children and Families invites experienced youth services professionals to participate in their upcoming grant reviews for the Federal Runaway and Homeless Youth Programs.  Learn more. 
 
Father's Day is just around the corner! Help homeless children and families while you shop at your favorite stores online or make a donation that honors a loved one or friend
 
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