Downtown Streets Team

What a year it has been for DST! We are incredibly proud of the collective work our organization has accomplished this year. 🌟 Thanks to our amazing Team Members, Participant Employees, staff, partners, donors, and other supporters, we were able to hit our highest year of impact thus far; nearly doubling housing and jobs obtained! Swipe for more fantastic highlights. We can’t wait to see what’s in store for 2025. Happy New Year! 🎊 #DowntownStreetsTeam #Nonprofit #2024 #2024Highlights #2025 #NewYear #EndHomelessness #Impact #Community

Will you join us in finishing the year strong? DST works to build confidence, skills, and social capital that helps people exit homelessness, land jobs, and find stability. In a world of constant change, time doesn’t wait for unhoused individuals. DST will always find a way to be change-makers and innovate regardless of setbacks because we envision a world where the people we serve don’t feel left behind. By contributing to our mission, you help build a community that fosters a sense of belonging and mutual aid. The New Year is upon us, and we have big plans in store for the future. Our future.   Give at streetsteam.org/donate #DowntownStreetsTeam #GiveBack #Charity #Donation #Donate #Nonprofit #YearEnd #EndHomelessness

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Rudy Nevarez, STE San Jose – Program Manager Rudy first joined us through our Employment Social Enterprise, Streets Team Enterprises (STE), as a Participant Employee upon release of incarceration. His quick ability to learn on the job and help fellow crew members earned him a promotion to Crew Supervisor about a month later. Months later, he was offered a promotion to Program Manager where he oversees our San Jose highway maintenance crews. As a Program Manager, Rudy is responsible for reporting data and updates on the crew's beautification work to the contract funders, building relationships with funders, partners, and outreach individuals, and addressing any issues that may arise in the program. One of Rudy's most meaningful memories with DST, though a very frightening moment, occurred when he helped save a crew member's life. This person had been quietly struggling with substance use issues and overdosed while the crew was returning to their launch site. Rudy, along with a colleague, rushed to administer naloxone (Narcan) in an effort to revive him. The paramedics later stated that the three doses of naloxone were likely what saved his life. He primarily supports our Participant Employees—many of whom have experienced homelessness or incarceration—in their journey back to the workforce. Having once been in their shoes as a crew member and with lived experience, he is able to connect on a deeper level and inspire his crew to work toward their goals alongside our Case Managers and Employment Specialists. “What better way to give back?” says Rudy. In fact, Rudy applied to have his record expunged when he became a Crew Supervisor. Now, with a clean slate, he is determined to continue rebuilding his life. Since being granted record expungement, Rudy has returned to school to pursue an Associate degree in Business and Administration. He says he never thought he would have the opportunity to obtain a “desk job,” as societal expectations had limited him to labor work. He explains that he has fallen in love with this work and is eager to see how far he can progress with DST. We are proud of how far Rudy has come. Shoutout to Rudy! 💚🧡💜 #DowntownStreetsTeam #EmployeeSpotlight #ProfessionalDevelopment #InternalGrowthOpportunities #Programs #NonProfit #EndHomelessness #WorkforceDevelopment #Reentry #LowBarrierEmployment

We had an amazing time participating in Santa Run SV last week! 🎅🏃♀️ It was a fun way to spread holiday cheer while raising funds for DST. Thanks to events like this, we can continue keeping Downtown San Jose beautiful with the help of our dedicated beautification volunteers who we are supporting in recovering from homelessness. Merry Christmas to those who celebrate today! #DowntownStreetsTeam #SantaRunSV #Race #Santa #CostumeContest #Charity #Donation #GivingBack #SanJose #SiliconValley

By donating to DST, you're not just giving a gift; you're investing in the future of our community. This year your support has helped provide:  ❤️ Coaching: 1:1 case management for job training, housing assistance, and life skills development.  ❤️ Barrier Removal: Team Members are guided through roadblocks they may have on their path to self-sufficiency.  ❤️ Community: A sense of belonging and support from our staff and their peers.  ❤️ Empowerment: Individuals are supported with the tools, resources, and autonomy to take control of their own lives.  Thank you for your compassion and commitment to making a difference. Give at streetsteam.org/donate today. #DowntownStreetsTeam #GiveBack #Charity #Donation #Donate #Nonprofit #YearEnd #EndHomelessness

Today is National Homeless Memorial Day (NHMD), a day to honor the lives of those who have passed away while experiencing homelessness. Many often view homelessness in numbers and headlines, but for us, we see people who are valuable and deserve dignity. For homeless service providers and those with lived experience, NHMD is a moment to recognize the collective grief that is often overshadowed at other points throughout the year by the urgent nature of this work. During DST’s End of Year celebration, we honor the lives of those we've connected with throughout the year who have passed, reading their names aloud and holding a moment of silence in their memory. It’s a solemn reminder of the deep human impact of homelessness and our ongoing commitment to change. #EndHomelessness #NationalHomelessMemorialDay #NHMD #Remember #Memorial

Yesterday was filled with love, joy, and unforgettable moments as our communities came together to celebrate the end of the year in style! 🎉 It marked our 19th year of holding this special event, where Team Members, Participant Employees, and Staff from multiple communities shared an evening of food, awards, dancing, and so much more. We’d like to extend our deepest thanks to: 🌟 Gene Campbell from Epic Venues CA for generously donating The GlassHouse San Jose 🌟 Annette Hancock and the Phoenix Room team for gifting beautiful presents to our program participants
 🌟 Ewell Sterner and the Hunger at Home team for serving up delicious and hearty food
 🌟 DJ Kuya for keeping the energy high with fun and danceable music
 🌟 Richard from Photo Booth Life 831 for giving us fun and creative memories to cherish
 🌟 DST Staff for all their hard work in organizing, serving, welcoming, and making this event unforgettable This annual celebration is more than just a party—it’s a chance to come together and create experiences that many of our participants rarely get to enjoy. It’s about showing appreciation for their invaluable contributions to our communities and giving them a space to connect, unwind, and celebrate. For some, this is the highlight of the year! ❤️ #DowntownStreetsTeam #EOY #Holiday #Party #YearEndCelebration #Community #Event #Gratitude

DST’s CEO, Julie Gardner, sends warm wishes for a safe and joyful holiday season! 🎉 A heartfelt thank you for your incredible support of our mission. As we count down to the new year, consider making a year-end contribution to help us continue the fight against homelessness. Together, we’re transforming lives through the dignity of work and the power of community. Let’s finish 2024 strong! #DowntownStreetsTeam #EndHomelessness #GiveBack #Community #Donate #Charity #Nonprofit

We are excited to announce that DST is part of the California Regional Initiative for Social Enterprise (CA RISE), along with 60 other amazing employment social enterprises (ESEs), that’s unlocking $25 million in California state funding and expert support to create more jobs and opportunities for Californians facing barriers to employment! This funding aligns with our vision to address homelessness and barriers to sustainable employment, empowering us to scale innovative solutions, expand our reach, and build capacity in the communities we serve. With this backing, and the support of REDF, we are creating low barrier/transformative job opportunities, increasing access to vital training, enhancing our supportive services, and investing in essential equipment. We are excited about the potential to collaborate with other visionary leaders in the CA RISE network and contribute to a shared movement toward a more just and thriving future for all. Through CA RISE, we’re building a stronger, more resilient workforce and driving meaningful economic and social impact. Gavin Newsom REDF California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) Lendistry #CARise #California #SocialImpact #CommunityImpact #EmploymentSocialEnterprise #JobOpportunities #Grant #Partnership

We're looking for mission-driven individuals to help us fight homelessness through the dignity of work and the power of community. Downtown Streets Team is #hiring for: - Senior Director - North Bay & Central Valley - Senior Director - Bay Area & Central Coast - Senior Director of Employment Social Enterprise (ESE) - Senior Program Manager - Housing & Outreach Case Manager - Housing Case Manager - Payroll Specialist - Part-Time Encampment Waste Services Coordinator & Driver YOU can join a team of compassionate change-makers in a culture that promotes growth. Visit streetsteam.org/careers to apply. #jobsearch #careers #employment #jobposting #werehiring #workwithus #jobopening #openposition #nowhiring #benefits #hr #programs #director #manager #specialist #endhomelessness #nonprofit #bayarea #centralcoast #centralvalley