Hospitality House Joe Wilson on Democracy Now!
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In a special report, global news show Democracy Now! traveled to San Francisco to speak with unhoused people and their advocates about conditions there. Host Amy Goodman interviews Hospitality House Executive Director Joe Wilson, along with Kelley Cutler and Executive Director Jennifer Friedenbach of the Coalition on Homelessness, and unhoused residents Moon Tomahawk and Shanna Couper Orono.
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Watch the compelling report by Democracy Now! about the conditions in San Francisco. [Joe Wilson appears at 15:33] " It is first and foremost a federal responsibility to make sure all of our people have the basic needs that allow them to thrive, not merely survive. And to evade that responsibility, to shift it to someone else, is not leadership. Right? That is escapism, and that is cowardice. And unfortunately for us, homeless people are victimized by poor decisions at multiple levels in our government." - Joe Wilson Read the entire transcript here. |
The 2018-2019 Annual Report Is Here!
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This year, we at Hospitality House achieved milestones, faced new challenges, and celebrated triumphs. Nearly 25,000 visits to one or more Hospitality House programs throughout the year by community members, volunteers, artists, job-seekers, and others - seeking engagement,
empowerment, and stronger connections in the community we call home. Read about the past year's achievements of our six community programs and our centerfold celebrating the 50th anniversary of our Community Arts Program. You can view and download our 2018-2019 Annual Report here. |
Walk With Windy (and Dolly)!
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For the second year in a row, Community Building Program Manager Windy Click mobilized local residents to march through the Tenderloin neighborhood to City Hall to exercise their right to vote.
More than 80 neighborhood residents, community workers, members of San Francisco's Board of Supervisors, and Hospitality House staff—proudly wearing custom blue t-shirts displaying "Walk With Windy"—participated in this inspiring civic engagement effort. The Tenderloin community has one of the lowest voter participation rates in the City and Windy is hoping to change that by increasing awareness and encouraging neighborhood residents to register to vote and participate in our democracy. "People have died to defend our right to vote," says Windy. Another proud moment was experienced by Hospitality House Bilingual Case Manager Dolly Herrera. After immigrating to America decades ago, Dolly recently became a naturalized citizen, and finally gained the right to vote. Dolly and was extremely excited to cast her first ballot ever at City Hall – with dozens of supporters there to cheer her on! Several community members and Hospitality House staff were so inspired by Windy and Dolly, they all registered to vote – and voted! Democracy in action! |
Holiday Market at CAP
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This Friday, our Community Arts Program (CAP) will be hosting our annual Holiday Market just in time for your gift-giving needs. The annual market will feature original artwork from our extremely talented neighborhood artists. All sales go directly to the artists as part of CAP's unique social enterprise.
Remember, original artwork is captivating. Original artwork tells a story. Original artwork is personal. Original artwork make the perfect gifts. Stop by our CAP studio & gallery at 1009 Market Street on Friday, November 22nd from 4PM to 8PM to help support your local neighborhood artists and find that perfect gift! |
