Homeward Bound of Marin is a nonprofit organisation that provides homeless resources, shelter, supportive housing, and comprehensive services to individuals and families in Marin County, California. Founded in 1974, the organisation operates from an innovative campus in Novato. Its core mission is to provide a path forward to permanent housing and self-sufficiency.
The organisation runs 17 interconnected programs, serving approximately 1,000 people annually. These programs include immediate emergency shelter for individuals and families, long-term supportive housing with ongoing services, mental health support, and the Fresh Starts Culinary Academy, a job training program that offers culinary skills and supportive employment.
A defining feature of Homeward Bound of Marin's workforce is that 51% of its staff have personal lived experience of homelessness. This composition is intended to bring a unique perspective and empathy to the services provided. The organisation's campus integrates training, supportive employment, and affordable housing in one location.
