Thank you for your gift to the 2023 CHS Campaign!

Thank you for partnering with us to break the vicious cycle of homelessness and poverty impacting so many of our neighbors. Your gift sustains CHS ambitious program to build and maintain affordable housing in urban, suburban and rural communities. Together, in compassion and solidarity, we can give hope and homes to the most vulnerable people in western Washington. Stay informed with monthly email Minute Messages by signing up here!

Providing Sustainable Solutions to Homelessness

4,788 Individuals with Permanent Housing

2,633 Affordable Housing Units

289 New Units Opening in 2023

CHS continues to build low-income housing in western Washington with three new sites in 2023 for individuals and families. Sites include:

CHS/CCS Martha’s Place is the first Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) in Skagit County, 70 homes for people with very low incomes who have been documented as chronically homeless. CCS/CHS is grateful to local faith communities and other generous neighbors who helped to furnish and personalize every room. 

CHS Elizabeth Thomas Homes will open in September, welcoming income-eligible households displaced by skyrocketing rents in Central and South Seattle.  There, individuals and families will make their homes in 119 studios, 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom apartments. 

CHS Testimonials

“Everything worked out for the best. This is home. This place is a godsend.” – Resident, Martha’s Place

“To know that I can come home to my own bed is huge—to have my own space to reflect on my life. Over time I’ve come to embrace who I am—to learn it’s okay to have mental health issues—we each have something as we go … I found it’s okay to ask for help. I really appreciate and thank everyone here. There is real peace and healing in this place. I hope others can find it here too.” – Resident, Martina Apartments

“We partnered with CCS/CHS because we know you bring dignity, professionalism, and care to everything you do.” – Mayor Jill Boudreau, City of Mount Vernon

“I’ve never met a group of people like this. You can feel they care—it just radiates off them.” – Resident, Martha’s Place

“This is independent living. This is your home. We’re here for you if you need anything.” – CCS Case Worker, Permanent Supportive Housing