A briefing on the COTS HomeGain project specifically prepared for the Detroit Team to End Chronic Homelessness (D-TECH), the authorized committee of the Homeless Action Network of Detroit (HAND) Continuum of Care. COTS was awarded $1 million in Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) funding from the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) to assist approximately 50 homeless families. I served as the grant writer and project lead.

1. Project Overview Prepared By J.X. Gilmore Coalition On Temporary Shelter

5. Home-Based Case Management Tenant Education Crisis Intervention & Management Housing Services Financial Literacy Career & Educational Development Parenting Support & Resources Fig. 1 – Service Delivery Model Accessing and Obtaining Mainstream Resources Landlord Mediation & Advocacy Transportation Family Centered Case Planning

8. MAR 07 APR MAY 07 JUN 07 JULY 07 Tenant occupancy Release of Program Announcement (including pre- application) through Detroit CoC Completed applications due MAY 4 Review applications, identify eligible families, and create a waiting list Project Timeline (6 months)