We use two principles to measure success: Functional Zero and Housing First.
Functional Zero means we prevent people from experiencing homelessness or, if they do, their experience is brief and never happens again.
Housing First means we move people directly into housing with the supports they need, because everyone deserves a home with no conditions attached.
Different groups of people experience homelessness differently.
That’s why Calgary Homeless Foundation works with community to develop tailored plans that respond to the unique needs of adults, families, youth, and Indigenous individuals experiencing homelessness.
As a Community-Based Organization, we ensure that the dollars and resources of government ministries and agences are meeting the needs of people experiencing homelessness.
As an agency, we are part of the network of agencies called Calgary’s Homeless-Serving System of Care, working together in the unified against homelessness.
We coordinate governments, agencies and the community to create an integrated system of care for people experiencing homelessness.
Our Coordinated Access and Assessment system ensures people receive the right help and support when they need it.
We allocate funding to our partner agencies so they can deliver the most efficient and effective service to people experiencing homelessness.
Are you an agency seeking to receive funding through us? If so, visit our accreditation page to find out more about the accreditation process.
