The year is coming to a close; however, it is not too late to make a donation to a worthy cause. Here is a snapshot of our achievements and success for the year 2022. We want to thank you for your support and wish you a Happy and Healthy New Year.
Stay warm and have a Happy New Year from us.
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
Joe Pergande
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
For over 50 years of serving those in need in Solano County.
Dating back to 1967 and the War on Poverty, CAN-B has evolved and grown over five decades to include our current vision of ending homelessness. These long standing accomplishments are due to the combined he efforts of committed staff, loyal volunteers as well the generosity of the community itself. CAN-B continues to be focused on the needs of those on extremely low incomes, including seniors, veterans and the disabled, in order that they may live healthy and productive lives.
As a point of reference, the Community Action Committee was established in 1967 by the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964. Originally a participating partner with the Solano Economic Opportunity Council (SCOE), it was organized to provide direct human services to the poor in Solano County. The CAC was comprised of local citizens who addressed basic needs in the following areas: employment, food, clothing, housing and transportation.
In 1992 the Fairfield-Suisun Community Action Council as an independent 501(c)3, California non-profit operating as a public interest, community-based organization. The CAC stayed true to its roots by working with the most vulnerable, specializing in housing the chronically homeless. In 2008, the Season of Sharing program was undertaken to provide rental assistance for homeless prevention with minimal operating funds to start off.
Our service to those who have served began in 2009 with two VA grant awards: One to purchase housing and a second to operate it in partnership with them. The Dixon VETS Housing program has rehabilitated over 125 veterans since 2010.
In 2013, the CAC rebranded as Community Action North Bay (CAN-B) to better reflect the expansion of services and geographic areas served. Solano County residents who are homeless or at-risk of same are now offered both supportive housing and rapid rehousing services (rental assistance). CAN-B specializes in specific populations such as veterans, seniors and the disabled who are among the most vulnerable. CAN-B’s VA Fiduciary and Social Security Representative Payee Services are provided to 68 individuals and is the only business of its kind operating in Solano County
Five decades, one mission, and all action is what has been. Continuing out legacy of service to those in need for another half century means that someday an end to homeless and poverty truly CAN-B.
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
Provides housing to 6 formerly homeless males in our Fairfield house. Clients have their own rooms and share the common areas of the home with the other residents. Clients are self-sufficient and are provided supportive services on an as needed basis.
All Solano County clients are to be registered through Resource Connect Solano – RCS. This ensures that everyone has a fair chance at obtaining housing where so little housing is available.
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
As of August 30, 2022, VA has achieved 26,554 permanent housing placements, meeting 69.88% of the goal.
VA's homeless programs are averaging 3,319 placements each month.
To meet the goal by the end of the year, we need to continue to place 2,862 Veterans into permanent housing each month through December 31, 2022.
Achieving the Goal
To effectively achieve this goal while reducing the risk of unintended negative impacts to Veterans served or to local homeless services systems, the following guiding principles will be incorporated:
House literally homeless Veterans identified through coordinated entry processes, local by-name lists (BNL), and VA and community-partner outreach services.
Honor Veteran choice, including needs and preferences for care when determining appropriate services and housing placements. Center Veterans’ lived experience in the effort.
Lead with equity while continuing to prioritize housing resources for all Veterans.
Provide supportive services to Veterans with complex needs and/or histories of chronic homelessness through a trauma-informed, Veteran centered approach based in cultural humility.
Enhance coordination among VA homeless programs and community partners, Continuum of Care (CoC) partners, public housing authorities (PHA), advocacy groups for and made up of Veterans with lived experience, landlords, city and county officials, and other service providers.
VA is hosting a bi-weekly Office Hours Call Series to support communities in achieving this goal. Recordings of these calls will be posted here. Check back often for more updates and information.
Read more, here.
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough established new goals in VA’s efforts to prevent and end homelessness among Veterans.
During his visit Feb. 25 McDonough participated in the local Point-in-Time Count and announced the following action being taken in the Greater Los Angeles (GLA) area:
Placing at least 1,500 Veterans experiencing homelessness into permanent housing, which would represent a greater than 10% increase in permanent housing placements since calendar year 2021.
Increasing the percentage of Housing and Urban Development-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing vouchers under lease to at least 75%, which would represent the highest voucher utilization rate since 2018.
Increasing to 50% the percentage of Veterans admitted to HUD-VASH who are housed within 90 days.
Reaching these goals in calendar year 2022 would mark GLA’s best outcomes helping Veterans exit homelessness and remain in stable housing in several years and would represent a clear and substantial improvement on Veteran homelessness locally.
“The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority and our partners have a shared belief that all Veterans deserve a place to call home,” said the authority’s Executive Director Heidi Marston. “We are eager to support VA in its effort to provide permanent and stable homes for 1,500 Veterans.”
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
1 in 3 people experiencing homelessness don't use the internet at all — a major barrier to accessing necessary resources.
For the fourth straight year in a row, the number of people experiencing homelessness rose in the United States in 2020. According to an annual nationwide survey by the Office of Policy Development and Research (OPDR), there were about 580K people living without traditional housing or in a temporary shelter last year — a 2.2% increase from 2019.
If that sounds low to you, it probably is. The report took a snapshot of homelessness in America in January 2020, before millions lost their jobs as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
“I can’t give you numbers,” said Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Marcia Fudge on the report. “We know that it increased; we just don’t know those numbers.”
With 1 in 7 Americans behind on rent and national eviction moratoriums set to expire at the end of June, the situation is likely going to get much worse before it gets better.
Read more, here.
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
Provides housing for 6 formerly homeless male Veterans in our Dixon Habitat for Humanity House. Clients have their own rooms and share the common areas of the home with the other residents. Clients are self-sufficient and are provided supportive services on an as needed basis.
All Solano County clients are to be registered through Resource Connect Solano – RCS. This ensures that everyone has a fair chance at obtaining housing where so little housing is available.
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
Provides rental assistance and supportive services to literally homeless families with children under the age of 18 or under the expansion, individuals and/or couples. Clients reside in self-determined rental units and can receive services for up to one year. All referrals to this program must come through Resource Connect Solano. Eligibility must be documented prior to entry into the program.
All Solano County clients are to be registered through Resource Connect Solano – RCS. This ensures that everyone has a fair chance at obtaining housing where so little housing is available.
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
All Solano County clients are to be registered through Resource Connect Solano – RCS. This ensures that everyone has a fair chance at obtaining housing where so little housing is available.
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
Provides housing and supportive services to 6 women in our Fairfield house. Clients receive case management services, access to benefit assistance, supplemental food, and transportation to appointments. Clients must be chronically homeless and disabled to be eligible for the program. All referrals to this program must come through Resource Connect Solano. Eligibility must be documented prior to entry into the program.
All Solano County clients are to be registered through Resource Connect Solano – RCS. This ensures that everyone has a fair chance at obtaining housing where so little housing is available.
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
Provides housing and supportive services to 6 men at our Dixon house. Clients receive case management services, access to benefit assistance, supplemental food, and transportation to appointments. Clients must be chronically homeless and disabled to be eligible for the program. All referrals to this program must come through Resource Connect Solano. Eligibility must be documented prior to entry into the program.
All Solano County clients are to be registered through Resource Connect Solano – RCS. This ensures that everyone has a fair chance at obtaining housing where so little housing is available.
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
DIXON VETS TRANSITIONAL HOUSING
This program provides transitional housing services to 12 male Veterans experiencing homelessness. The Veteran must have served one day of active-duty service to be eligible. All eligibility determinations are made through the Department of Veterans Affairs.
All Solano County clients are to be registered through Resource Connect Solano – RCS. This ensures that everyone has a fair chance at obtaining housing where so little housing is available.
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
"Our programs are designed to assist sheltered and unsheltered homeless people by providing the housing and or services needed to help individuals move into transitional and permanent housing with the goal of long term stability." —Kari Rader, Executive Director
We Believe It's Harder Than It Should Be, To Gain Access To Much Needed Resources For Those Living Outside. That's Why We've Been Offering Services And Resources To The People of California Since 1967.
416 Union Avenue, Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
HOUSING EXPRESS & HOUSING EXPRESS EXPANSION
Provides rental assistance and supportive services to literally homeless families with children under the age of 18 or under the expansion, individuals and/or couples. Clients reside in self-determined rental units and can receive services for up to one year. All referrals to this program must come through Resource Connect Solano. Eligibility must be documented prior to entry into the program.
Emergency Shelter for those individuals and/or families experiencing homelessness in the City of Fairfield. This is a 30 – 90-day program focusing on stabilization and progressive growth, by providing temporary housing, and supportive services.
All you can eat pizza Friday, August 26, 2022 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm
at Downtown Journey - 300 Main Street, Vacaville.
Building friendships and awareness in partnership with the Black Chamber of Commerce,
Valley Strong Credit Union, Veteran of Foreign War Auxiliary and the American Legion.
Lets get to know one another. Great raffle prizes. After our party you can continue your
fun filled evening with the FA/SO PRESENTS TWO QUEENS TRIBUTE, a tribute to
Tina Turner and Aretha Franklin at the theater next door Downtown Journey.
All you can eat pizza Friday, August 26, 2022 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm
at Downtown Journey - 300 Main Street, Vacaville.
Building friendships and awareness in partnership with the Black Chamber of Commerce,
Valley Strong Credit Union, Veteran of Foreign War Auxiliary and the American Legion.
Lets get to know one another. Great raffle prizes. After our party you can continue your
fun filled evening with the FA/SO PRESENTS TWO QUEENS TRIBUTE, a tribute to
Tina Turner and Aretha Franklin at the theater next door Downtown Journey.
All you can eat pizza Friday, August 26, 2022 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm
at Downtown Journey - 300 Main Street, Vacaville.
Building friendships and awareness in partnership with the Black Chamber of Commerce,
Valley Strong Credit Union, Veteran of Foreign War Auxiliary and the American Legion.
Lets get to know one another. Great raffle prizes. After our party you can continue your
fun filled evening with the FA/SO PRESENTS TWO QUEENS TRIBUTE, a tribute to
Tina Turner and Aretha Franklin at the theater next door Downtown Journey.
HOME
Securing and maintaining a safe, stable and affordable place to live.
HEALTH
Overcoming or managing one’s diseases as well as living in a physically, emotionally and financially healthy way.
PURPOSE
Engaging in meaningful daily activities, such as employment, education, volunteerism, family care taking or creative endeavors, resulting in the independence, income and resource to participate in society.
COMMUNITY
Developing relationships and social networks that provide supportive, friendship, love and hope.
For over 50 years of serving those in need in Solano County.
Dating back to 1967 and the War on Poverty, CAN-B has evolved and grown over five decades to include our current vision of ending homelessness. These long standing accomplishments are due to the combined he efforts of committed staff, loyal volunteers as well the generosity of the community itself. CAN-B continues to be focused on the needs of those on extremely low incomes, including seniors, veterans and the disabled, in order that they may live healthy and productive lives.
As a point of reference, the Community Action Committee was established in 1967 by the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964. Originally a participating partner with the Solano Economic Opportunity Council (SCOE), it was organized to provide direct human services to the poor in Solano County. The CAC was comprised of local citizens who addressed basic needs in the following areas: employment, food, clothing, housing and transportation.
In 1992 the Fairfield-Suisun Community Action Council as an independent 501(c)3, California non-profit operating as a public interest, community-based organization. The CAC stayed true to its roots by working with the most vulnerable, specializing in housing the chronically homeless. In 2008, the Season of Sharing program was undertaken to provide rental assistance for homeless prevention with minimal operating funds to start off.
Our service to those who have served began in 2009 with two VA grant awards: One to purchase housing and a second to operate it in partnership with them. The Dixon VETS Housing program has rehabilitated over 125 veterans since 2010.
In 2013, the CAC rebranded as Community Action North Bay (CAN-B) to better reflect the expansion of services and geographic areas served. Solano County residents who are homeless or at-risk of same are now offered both supportive housing and rapid rehousing services (rental assistance). CAN-B specializes in specific populations such as veterans, seniors and the disabled who are among the most vulnerable. CAN-B’s VA Fiduciary and Social Security Representative Payee Services are provided to 68 individuals and is the only business of its kind operating in Solano County
Five decades, one mission, and all action is what has been. Continuing out legacy of service to those in need for another half century means that someday an end to homeless and poverty truly CAN-B.
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Housing
A lack of affordable housing and the limited scale of housing assistance programs have contributed to the current housing crisis and to homelessness. Recently, foreclosures have also increased the number of people who experience homelessness.
The National Low Income Housing Coalition estimates that the 2017 Housing Wage is $21.21 per hour, exceeding the $16.38 hourly wage earned by the average renter by almost $5.00 an hour, and greatly exceeding wages earned by low income renter households. In fact, the hourly wage needed for renters hoping to afford a two-bedroom rental home is $13.96 higher than the national minimum wage of $7.25.
Poverty
Homelessness and poverty are inextricably linked. Poor people are frequently unable to pay for housing, food, childcare, health care, and education. Difficult choices must be made when limited resources cover only some of these necessities. Often it is housing, which absorbs a high proportion of income that must be dropped. If you are poor, you are essentially an illness, an accident, or a paycheck away from living on the streets.
"Our programs are designed to assist sheltered and unsheltered homeless people by providing the housing and or services needed to help individuals move into transitional and permanent housing with the goal of long term stability." —Kari Rader, Executive Director
We Believe It's Harder Than It Should Be, To Gain Access To Much Needed Resources For Those Living Outside. That's Why We've Been Offering Services And Resources To The People of California Since 1967.
416 Union Avenue
Fairfield 94533
707-427-1148
info@canbinc.org
Provides rental assistance and supportive services to literally homeless families with children under the age of 18 or under the expansion, individuals and/or couples. Clients reside in self-determined rental units and can receive services for up to one year. All referrals to this program must come through Resource Connect Solano. Eligibility must be documented prior to entry into the program.
Soon you will be able to donate to CANB in unique and convenient ways.
Details to follow...
Daily Republic
By Todd R. Hansen
We currently have $200,000 in grants. CANB needs a 25% match or just $50,000 from donations from people like you for us to receive the maximum benefit of these grants. Every dollar you donate counts!
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What we are doing to fight homelessness in Solano County
