SNAPS Coordinated Entry Equity Initiative

In partnership with other CoCs in Ohio, TLCHB has been selected to participate in the Office of Special Needs Assistance Programs Coordinated Entry Equity Initiative. Through this initiative we will work closely with a team of HUD Equity DEMO Coaches who offer guidance, support, coordination, and facilitation in pursuit of our community’s race equity goals. This work will take place over the next 9-12 months and will include a team of community stakeholders and statewide partners, all working together to design, implement and evaluate equity redesign initiatives and data analysis. TLCHB is grateful for the opportunity to receive such a valuable resource to support our pursuit of this meaningful work.

TLCHB Announces Important Team Updates

Recently, Lucas Metropolitan Housing shared some exciting news about my transition to its team later this year. While I am looking forward to serving our community from this new vantage point, it is bittersweet to leave the TLCHB team and its supportive partners. Nevertheless, I am beyond confident that the TLCHB team will continue to support our Continuum in its strategic efforts and build upon the progress we’ve made as a community to date. 

I’m pleased to share that the TLCHB Board of Directors has recommended Michael Hart to serve as Interim Executive Director upon my departure in December. Furthermore, I’m excited to share that our own Candace Bishop is also being promoted to Director of Operations and Compliance effective immediately. These two individuals, among many others, work tirelessly to support our Continuum’s efforts. I believe others will agree that they have proven themselves to be committed, thoughtful leaders in this space. 

As our partner, please rest assured that we will be using the next several weeks to ensure a smooth transition without any gaps in support or services. We remain committed to our community, our partners, and most importantly, individuals and families experiencing homelessness.  Do not hesitate to reach out with any questions, and keep an eye out for future updates along the way!  

Rachel Gagnon

Executive Director

United Way to Announce $100,000 Emergency Response Grant

WHAT:

United Way of Greater Toledo (UWGT) will host a news conference at its downtown office on Friday morning, announcing a $100,000 Emergency Response Fund Grant to help remediate the un-housed/homeless crisis the community is currently facing.

UWGT will allocate its $100,000 grant to five local organizations who have seen dramatic increases in families and individuals seeking shelter. On Sept. 21, UWGT published this news release, outlining the issue at-hand.

Attendees of the news conference will hear from local experts and shelter operators on why this crisis is occurring, where exactly funds will be going and how the community can support.

WHO:

Rachel Gagnon, executive director, Toledo Lucas County Homelessness Board

Joe Habib, president and CEO, St. Paul’s Community Center

Tonia Pace, executive director, Family House   

Wendy Pestrue, president and CEO, United Way of Greater Toledo

WHEN:

Friday, October 8, 2021
9:30 a.m.

WHERE:

United Way of Greater Toledo (first floor lobby)
424 Jackson Street, Toledo, Ohio, 43604