HomeFirst

For many people experiencing homelessness or housing instability, pets are more than companions.

They’re family.
They provide comfort during uncertainty, consistency during crisis, and unconditional love through it all.

The Companion Animal Resource & Emergency (CARE) Fund helps remove some of the barriers that can put that bond at risk—helping participants access emergency pet support, supplies, and resources so they can stay together.

Because no one should have to choose between their wellbeing and the animal they love.

Support the CARE Fund: https://endhomelessness.donorsupport.co/page/CARE

Housing stability takes more than housing alone.

Access to mental health services, healthcare, veteran support, pet resources, communication tools, basic necessities, and trusted community connections can make a meaningful difference in someone's journey toward stability.

That's why HomeFirst partners with local agencies to host resource fairs like this one—bringing essential services together in one accessible location for our neighbors who need them most.

Every partnership, volunteer, donor, and supporter helps make these opportunities possible. Thank you for helping build a community where people can find not just resources, but pathways forward.

Know someone who could benefit? Share this post and help spread the word, our next Community Resource Fair takes place on:

Tuesday, June 9th from 10:30-1:30pm
At 1000 S. Bascom Community Center

Thank you to Anthem Blue Cross and our community partners.

First time ever in South FIRST FRIDAYS and SubZERO Festival! 🙌

First Fridays ArtWalk + SubZERO Festival _ June 5th & 6th at

HomeFirst at
Open San Jose

www.southfirstfridays.com

“You don’t need experience to make a difference.” ❤️

Kit Builds bring people together to pack essential items for neighbors experiencing homelessness—things like hygiene supplies, snacks, and weather protection.

One of the best parts is that anyone can participate. Parents and kids, youth groups, classrooms, sports teams, and local organizations can all come together to help support the community.

These moments don’t just provide supplies—they teach compassion, connection, and the importance of showing up for one another.

Learn more and get involved! https://www.homefirstscc.org/kit-builds

Connection matters. Community matters. Access matters.

We’re proud to partner with local agencies and service providers for our upcoming Community Resource Fair — bringing together housing support, mental health services, harm reduction resources, mobile phone services, veteran programs, warm weather supplies, pet food support, and more, all in one place.

📍 Bascom Community Center
📅 Tuesday, June 9
⏰ 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM

This event is about making services more accessible and creating opportunities for people to connect with the support they need.

A huge thank you to Anthem Blue Cross and all the partners, staff, and community organizations helping make this event possible. Together, we can meet people where they are and strengthen pathways toward stability and housing.

Join us NEXT WEEK for Home Is Where the Art Is 🎨

For one night, creativity, community, and storytelling come together through artwork created by HomeFirst program participants living in our Emergency Interim Housing communities. From paintings and drawings to origami and mixed media pieces, every artwork reflects personal expression, resilience, and talent.

All artwork will be available for purchase, with 100% of sales going directly to the artists.
Come support local artists, connect with community, and experience the power of art firsthand. We can’t wait to see you there.

📍 Open San José
38 S 2nd St, San Jose, CA 95113
📅 Friday, June 5, 2026
🕔 5:00–8:00 PM

Thank you to our sponsors for helping make this event possible.

RSVP Today -> https://eventsupporter.onecause.com/event/organizations/51ebdbc6-60b3-46f9-b2e2-55cd119aa4c5/events/vevt:0f7742b6-bb08-402a-bb5e-deb037757283/home/story

Memorial Day is a time for remembrance—honoring the lives of those who served and are no longer with us.

It’s also a reminder that for many Veterans, the journey doesn’t end when service does. Some are still facing challenges today, including the need for stable housing, support, and connection.

At HomeFirst, we believe their service doesn’t end—and our responsibility doesn’t either. Through our Veterans’ programs, we work alongside those who have served to help them access housing and supportive services that honor their dignity and experience.

Learn more about how to get involved -> https://www.homefirstscc.org