We are committed to restoring lives.

FOOD PROGRAM REGISTRATION

Registration is quick and simple. You will need to text the message “Food” to 1-855-788-3663. Para enviar un mensaje de texto en español con la palabra "comida" al 1-855-788-3663.

A registration form will be sent to your phone. Once completed, please show your phone screen to the staff member to receive groceries.

You will need to text to this number each time you come in at the time of a grocery pickup. Once the initial registration is completed, the registration form will self populate and will be easy to make a change if needed or accept the form as it was initially submitted.

We don’t just serve—we build trust. Our trained outreach team engages with people on the streets, in parks, and encampments across South County. Through this connection-first model, we’re able to:

• Provide immediate essentials like food, hygiene kits, blankets, and tents

• Offer compassionate support and a nonjudgmental presence

• Connect individuals to case management, shelter referrals, and benefits navigation

• Work toward permanent housing solutions with dignity and respect

UNHOUSED POPUP MARKETPLACE

Our weekly “Unhoused Pop” provide one-stop access to a variety of services that improve the quality of life for our unsheltered clientele in South Santa Clara County (San Martin, Morgan Hill, and Gilroy).

SCHEDULE

Tuesday
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
ST. MARY PARISH
11 1st St, Gilroy

Thursday
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Electa Ct, Gilroy

Friday
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Morgan Hill Bible Church
15055 Monterey Rd, Morgan Hill

FEATURING

• Groceries

• Drinking Water

• USPS Mail Pickup (no packages)

• Hot Meal Served

• Hygiene Kits

• Dental Van (St. Mary Only)

• Socks & Underwear

• Clothing Orders (pick up a week later)

• Garbage Bags

• Toilet Buckets & Seats

• Case Manager Meetings

SHOWERS & LAUNDRY FOR THE UNHOUSED

South County Community Services partners with The Salvation Army Gilroy (200 5th St, Gilroy) to provide shower services twice a week on Monday and Wednesday mornings (except Holidays).

SCHEDULE

Monday and Wednesday
8:30 AM to 11:30 AM

LOCATION

The Salvation Army Gilroy
200 5th St, Gilroy

FEATURING

• Two Shower Units

• Laundry Service

• Other Services and Supplies provided by the Salvation Army

• Salvation Army Lunch Starting at 12:00 PM

FOR DETAILS, CALL (408) 763-7120

RENTAL AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE - Homelessness Prevention System (HPS)

South County Community Services participates in Santa Clara County's Homelessness Prevention System (HPS), in partnership with Sacred Heart Community Service, Santa Clara County's Office of Supportive Housing, Destination: Home, the City of San José, and 19 community organization partners.  HPS provides financial assistance to eligible low-income families or eligible individuals who are at risk of losing their housing, including: temporary financial assistance, legal support, case management, and other services.

Who is eligible to apply for HPS assistance?

All are welcome to apply regardless of race, sex, color, age, religion, actual or perceived gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, ethnic or national origin, or familial or immigration status.  No information about immigration status will be collected; citizenship or legal residency is not required for eligibility.  The following guidelines are used to determine eligibility:

• Resident of Santa Clara County 
  Note: HPS is not zip code restricted within Santa Clara County

• Low-income (based on federal guidelines; $159,550 for a 4-person household)

• Currently housed but at risk of losing housing within approximately 14 days, for example:

  • can't pay upcoming rent

  • received an eviction notice

  • unsafe to remain in current housing

  • must leave current housing for other reasons

• At high risk of homelessness based on an assessment questionnaire

For further information on the eligibility criteria and how to apply for assistance, call us at (408) 842-6662, ext. 122.  You can also call the HPS network phone line at (408) 516-5100, email info@preventhomelessness.org, or visit www.preventhomelessness.org for more information.