Highlights
- The 2nd Annual Sleep Out is set for July 29 at Culdesac Tempe, benefiting six Arizona homeless-services nonprofits.
- A $50,000 matching gift challenge splits evenly between Homeless ID Project and St. Joseph the Worker, with organizers targeting $100,000 total.
- St. Joseph the Worker's $50,000 fundraising goal would fund 90 days of stable housing for 50 individuals enrolled in its workforce program.
- Participants travel by Valley Metro light rail from Tempe to a Phoenix sleep site, mirroring transportation routes used by people experiencing homelessness.
Homeless ID Project and St. Joseph the Worker are targeting $100,000 at their 2nd Annual Sleep Out on Wednesday, July 29, backed by a $50,000 matching gift challenge that doubles contributions to each organization.
The event kicks off at 6 p.m. at Culdesac Tempe, 2025 E. Apache Blvd., Tempe. Participants then ride Valley Metro light rail to a Phoenix sleep site, mirroring the transportation many unhoused residents rely on daily, before spending the night outdoors under the theme "Sleeping Out So Others Can Sleep In."
The matching challenge splits $25,000 to The Worker and $25,000 to Homeless ID Project. Carrie Masters, CEO of The Worker, said the organization's $50,000 fundraising goal would allow it to provide 50 individuals with 90 days of stable housing while they complete workforce development, job readiness, and life-skills training.
Founded in 1988, Homeless ID Project operates from two permanent locations and 12 shared-space sites across Arizona, helping clients obtain identification and vital documents needed to access housing, employment, and healthcare. The Worker, also founded in 1988, connects clients to employment and housing through its Success Navigator framework.
Beneficiaries include Circle the City, Central Arizona Shelter Services, and Crossroads Inc., alongside the two lead organizations. The event will feature client stories, a livestream, and sponsorship opportunities.
Registration and sponsorship details are at secure.givelively.org.
Where to find them
- Crossroads Inc · thecrossroadsinc.org · Instagram · Facebook
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- phoenixchamber.com retrieved 24/06/2026 17:08
- Crossroads Inc (official site) retrieved 24/06/2026 17:08
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