Homeless Coalition Newsletters
Each newsletter from the Homeless Coalition of St. Johns County offers a window into our work—highlighting a central story that explains, educates, or inspires. From celebrating the power of volunteers to unpacking why children’s programs matter, these monthly updates share the heart of our mission and how your support helps families move from a housing crisis to self-sufficiency.
2025 Newsletters
With summer in full swing, this issue focuses on why our Children’s Program is a cornerstone of family stability. From addressing trauma to promoting healing and education, we explore how our programming nurtures the youngest residents on our campus.
May 2025: A Month of Milestones – Honoring Mothers, Groundbreaking Progress, & Federal Budget Challenges
May’s newsletter highlights the resilience of the mothers currently living on campus, celebrates the groundbreaking for Phase 1 of our West Augustine expansion, and discusses the serious implications of proposed federal budget cuts on homeless services.
April 2025: The Indispensable Power of Volunteers
In honor of National Volunteer Month, we dedicated this issue to the incredible people who give their time, skills, and heart to help families experiencing homelessness. Volunteers are more than helpers—they’re the heartbeat of our mission.
March 2025: Why Affordable Rental Homes Matter
In this issue, we explain why access to truly affordable rental housing is essential for families experiencing homelessness. With rising rents outpacing wages in St. Johns County, we explore the connection between housing insecurity and long-term stability—and what the Coalition is doing to close the gap.
February 2025: Love Isn’t Just a Feeling—It’s an Action
This issue explores how love is lived out every day on our West Augustine campus—not just through emotion, but through action. From stable housing and after-school programs to food pantry services and monthly community events, the Homeless Coalition is built on the belief that compassion fuels transformation. When we act with love, families and entire communities grow stronger.
January 2025: This Is Why What We & You Do Matters
This issue opens the year with a message of renewal and purpose. It reflects on the daily challenges faced by families experiencing homelessness—and how your support creates turning points through shelter, life skills, and a renewed sense of hope. With 23 cottages on our West Augustine campus and a holistic approach to care, we’re building more than housing—we’re empowering families to thrive.