Emergency Housing Initiative Proposal
Since funding is currently unavailable to sustain the Emergency Housing Program, Catapult Outreach is pivoting to a 2025 Initiative to rebuild financial support and relaunch the program when funding is secured. The new 2025 Emergency Housing Initiative will focus on fundraising, sponsorships, and community partnerships to ensure a sustainable model before reopening emergency housing services.
2025 Initiative Goals & Strategic Plan
1. Fundraising & Sponsorship Campaign
Objective: Secure funding for the Emergency Housing Program before reopening.
- Sponsorship Drive: Engage corporations, local businesses, and philanthropists to fund emergency housing costs.
- Community Giving Program: Encourage monthly donations from individuals.
- Grant Applications: Apply for government and private grants related to domestic violence and crisis housing.
- Fundraising Events: Organize charity auctions, benefit concerts, and online crowdfunding.
- Emergency Shelter Sponsorship Program: Individuals or organizations can sponsor emergency stays for survivors.
📌 Goal: Raise $100,000 by Q4 2025 to sustain at least 12 months of emergency housing services.
2. Temporary Resource Redirection
Since housing cannot be provided immediately, Catapult Outreach will:
- Refer survivors to alternative emergency shelters through a network of partners.
- Continue offering crisis intervention, counseling, and safety planning.
- Provide transportation assistance to other available shelters.
📌 Goal: Ensure all survivors receive alternative support while funding is restored.
3. Rebuilding the Emergency Housing Program for 2026
- Pilot Phase (Q4 2025 – Q1 2026): Secure temporary housing solutions via vouchers.
- Long-Term Strategy (2026+): Establish dedicated emergency housing units.
- Scalability: Expand program capacity based on financial sustainability.
📌 Goal: Fully operational emergency housing program by mid-2026.
How You Can Help
✅ Become a Monthly Donor: Support with as little as $10/month.
✅ Sponsor Emergency Housing: Provide survivors with immediate, safe shelter.
✅ Corporate & Business Partnerships: Get involved through CSR programs.
✅ Volunteer & Advocate: Spread awareness and support survivors.
🔹 Contact us at info@catapultoutreach.org to contribute or learn more.
Crisis Support Remains Available: Survivors in immediate danger can still call (803) 792-9020 for confidential crisis support and referrals.