C’ville Shelter

“SRO 101″ — Introducing a Proven, Permanent Solution to Homelessness

On Tuesday, May 27, from 4:00-5:30pm, representatives from Virginia Supportive Housing will lead an insightful and interactive presentation for the Charlottesville community on Single Room Occupancy (SRO) housing for the homeless — a proven, permanent solution to homelessness that’s taking hold in many cities across the country. The presentation will take place in the “CitySpace” meeting room at the Charlottesville Community Design Center on the Mall side of the Market Street Parking Garage.

Virginia Supportive Housing, a Richmond-based statewide nonprofit housing provider, recently agreed to work with the Thomas Jefferson Area Coalition for the Homeless (TJACH) and the Charlottesville community to develop and manage an SRO facility in Charlottesville. The May 27 presentation will give members of the public, community agencies, local officials, potential funders and area media a chance to learn more about the SRO concept and to hear about Virginia Supportive Housing’s plans and timeline for opening an SRO in Charlottesville.

A Single Room Occupancy facility typically features several dozen efficiency apartments that are available at low cost to people who have been homeless, with on-site support services and security to help keep the SRO residents stable in their housing. In cities like Richmond, Norfolk, Roanoke, Fairfax and (soon) Virginia Beach, SROs have been successful in moving local residents — many of whom are disabled and/or veterans — off the streets and out of shelters and into permanent supportive housing. For more info. about SROs in general and Virginia Supportive Housing in particular, visit www.virginiasupportivehousing.com.

Hope to see you there!

PACEM (People and Congregations Engaged in Ministry) is now hiring a part-time Development Coordinator to conduct donor outreach, develop fundraising campaigns, build and maintain our donor database, assist with grantwriting, and plan special events.  The PACEM Development Coordinator will help create and execute a fund development strategy that engages with individual, congregational, business, civic, governmental and philanthropic donors to ensure the long-term financial sustainability of our cold-weather shelter program for the homeless and our year-round homeless support initiatives. 

Seeking a hard-working self-starter who is unafraid to “make the ask” and has a heart for the mission of our organization.  Pay is $24,000/year for a 20-hour/week position (no benefits). 

To apply, send a cover letter and resume by Friday, June 6 to:  Dave Norris, Executive Director, PACEM, P.O. Box 14, Charlottesville, VA 22902;  or via e-mail at cvilledave@hotmail.com.  PACEM is an equal opportunity employer.  For more information about PACEM, please visit www.pacemshelter.org.

7/5/08 UPDATE:  This job opening is now closed — we’re very pleased to report that Marie Lynch (a PACEM volunteer with a professional background in fund development) has joined our staff as PACEM’s new Development Coordinator.  Welcome Marie!!

Here’s your chance to get a great workout for a great cause.

Next Sunday, May 18, is the 2nd Annual Charlottesville Mini Triathlon, starting at 8:00am at Crow Pool.  It’s a 150 yard swim, 5 mile road bike, and 1 mile run — “Perfect for families, first-timers, and anyone who is looking for a short challenge!”  Ages 10 and up welcome. 

As they did last year, the organizers have chosen PACEM as the beneficiary of all event proceeds.  Pre-registration is $25, same-day registration is $35.  For more info., go to www.cvilleminitri.com. 

Hope to see you there!