El-Ada Inc

The Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program is dedicated to preventing and ending homelessness among veterans and their families. Through rapid re-housing, homelessness prevention, personalized case management, and other supportive services, SSVF helps veterans achieve lasting housing stability and renewedindependence. In 2024, El-Ada's SSVF program served 177 veteran households in the Treasure Valley, with 94% successfully and stably housed upon graduationproof of the program's lasting impact. Each success story represents more than a roof overhead it's hope restored, families strengthened, and lives rebuilt. Together, we're ensuring noveteran is left without a safe place to call home.El-Ada's VAGPD BH Program provides transitional housing and supportive services to veterans experiencing homelessness, helping them bridge from crisis to stable, permanent housing. In FY25, the program served 33 veterans, achieving 28 successful exitswith only one returning to homelessnessand 5 veterans rolling over into FY26. Through safe accommodations, case management, life skills support, and connections to VA and community resources, we empower veterans to regain stability, independence, and hope, making a measurable impact in our community.

The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) provides essential support to low-income households to prevent health and safety crises caused by energy insecurity. The program ensures that vulnerable populations are not forced to choose between heating, cooling, and other basic needs. In 2024, LIHEAP assisted 7,575 households with energy assistance, 81.8% of which included at least one elderly person, individual with a disability, or child under the age of six.

The Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) is a vital source of funding that allows El-Ada Community Action Partnership to provide essential services to individuals and families in need. This grant is designed to reduce poverty, revitalize low-income communities, and empower people to become self-sufficient. At El-Ada, CSBG serves as a foundation for our food programs, ensuring that families in Ada, Elmore, and Owyhee counties have access to nutritious meals during times of hardship. Beyond food assistance, CSBG acts as a safety net for our other programs, helping us maintain stability and respond quickly to emerging needs in the community. Whether it's emergency support, housing assistance, or educational resources, CSBG funding enables us to fill gaps and keep critical services available.Food Program Impact Over 6,000 households served annually through El-Ada food pantries in Ada, Elmore, and Owyhee counties. Each household receives a food box with 24 days' worth of groceries, helping families stretch their budgets during tough times. Eligibility up to 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, ensuring support for working families and seniors on fixed incomes. Three pantry locations (Garden City, Mountain Home, Homedale) provide consistent access to nutritious food. In response to rising demand, El-Ada distributed hundreds of thousands of pounds of food last year, despite federal funding cuts.By leveraging CSBG, El-Ada strengthens its commitment to fighting hunger and poverty, creating a more resilient and supportive environment for the communities we serve.

The Emergency Food Assistance Program provides food security for low-income families by providing them with food assistance at no cost. Through this program we purchase and distribute nutritious American-grown foods to local emergency food providers like food banks and soup kitchens for distribution to families and individuals in need. From the farms to the food banks to the people in need. This is what The Emergency Food Assistance Program is all about.The Purpose - To provide emergency food assistance: The program supplements food for low-income families and individuals. - To support American Agriculture: Through the program we purchase a variety of healthy foods, like fruits, vegetables, meats, and dairy products directly from American farmers and producers. - To strengthen the nation's nutrition safety net: The program works with states to ensure that food is available to those who need it most through a network of food banks.The Impact - Reduce hunger and malnutrition: The program alleviates hunger and provides essential nourishment for families and individuals. - Improve health: Consistent access to healthy foods can lead to better overall health. - Foster community connection: The program builds community resilience and solidarity by engaging people in helping their neighbors.The Outcome - Alleviating hunger: El Ada and our partner food banks have provided food security for 83,502 households and 231,716 individuals throughout the Treasure Valley in 2024. - Reducing food waste: In 2024 we received 200,948 pounds of food donations. - Support community well-being: We serve as a hub for the community and connect people to other essential services and support programs.

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