Formerly Berkeley Food & Housing Project
What
we do
Insight Housing is passionately committed to a single goal: Ensuring everyone in our community has a home through supportive, equitable, and sustainable housing solutions.
2,500+
Clients served annually
66,000+
Meals served annually
1,350+
Veterans & family members served annually
Where we work
The dedicated Insight Housing team serves clients in seven northern California counties: Alameda, Amador, Contra Costa, Sacramento, San Francisco, San Joaquin, and Solano. This regional approach allows us to be flexible and adapt to the needs of the individuals we serve.
There are 171,521 people experiencing homelessness in California. The high cost of housing in California impacts everyone, but communities of color, LGBTQ+, and other marginalized groups are disproportionately affected by housing insecurity. We need immediate assistance and long-term solutions to take care of our neighbors.
It feels like home now. A bed, a TV, and a kitchen. I’ve been doing a lot of cooking here… just trying to invent new stuff. I’ve been getting creative and having fun.
Lonnie, Hope Center Resident, Berkeley
One size does
not fit all
Insight Housing provides a suite of services to address specific needs. Clients have the opportunity to work with our team to choose that path that best aligns with their vision of a better life.
Wraparound services
Insight Housing recognizes that our clients need more than a meal and a warm bed: they need to be respected as individuals making a transition back to full and thriving life. Depending on their individual needs, Insight Housing services can include:
- Emergency and temporary housing, rapid rehousing, permanent supportive housing
- Fresh and nutritious meals, water, and snacks
- Wellness checks and links to medical providers
- Life skills and vocational counseling
- Family reunification support
Taking action together
Insight Housing builds strategic partnerships with municipalities and organizations to expand our reach and increase our impact. We know that only a unified effort will create the world we envision. When people work together for good, great things happen.
Good neighbors make great communities
Throughout our history our ability to serve those in need has been a group effort. Donations of all kinds and volunteers are greatly appreciated, effective and allow us to pursue our mission to make a positive impact.
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