Agenda packet — Homelessness Issues Committee, March 9, 2026

1 HOMELESSNESS ISSUES

STANDING COMMITTEE MEETING
Monday, March 9, 2026
3:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M.
130 Cremona Drive, Suite B
Goleta, California
Conference Room 1
Mayor Paula Perotte
Councilmember Stuart Kasdin
JoAnne Plummer, Neighborhood Services Director
Cassidy Le Air, Senior Management Analyst
Melissa Cure, Management Assistant
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AGENDA
I. Public Comment
II. Review of the Goleta City Grant Applications
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MEMORANDUM
DATE: March 9, 2026
TO: Homelessness Issues Standing Committee
FROM: JoAnne Plummer, Director of Neighborhood Services CONTACT: Cassidy Le Air, Senior Management Analyst
SUBJECT: Item II. Review of Fiscal Year 2026-27 City Grant Applications ITEM II. Review of the FY 2026-27 City Grant Applications (45 Minutes)

BACKGROUND
The 2026-27 Goleta City Grant cycle opened on January 5, 2026, and closed on February 6, 2026. For this grant cycle, the City received ninety-six (96) applications requesting a total of $790,426 in funding. This represents an increase from last year’s ninety-four (94) applications, which requested a total of $873,156. Applications were submitted across ten (10) categories:

Educational Programs, The Arts, Food/Nutrition, Programs for Low-Income & Homeless, Programs for Seniors, Recreational Activities, Youth Programs, Environmental/Wildlife and Animal Programs, Community Engagement, and Miscellaneous Programs.

Of the ninety-six (96) applications, fifty-seven (57) will be reviewed by the Human Services Standing Committee, eighteen (18) will go to the Parks and Recreation Commission, six (6) applications are related to the Community Engagement category and will go to the Economic Development Committee, six (6) will be reviewed by the Homelessness Issues Standing Committee, and nine (9) applications were not accepted and deemed ineligible for funding.

This Committee has an allocation of $25,000 in funding to award for the Programs for LowIncome & Homeless category. The Committee’s funding recommendations will be forwarded to the City Council for consideration at a meeting in May. To conserve resources and allow for a longer application review period, Committee members received electronic copies of the applications to review individually in advance of the scheduled public Committee meeting.

Review Criteria
The 2026-27 Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) outlined the review criteria for evaluating applications and recommending funding for this grant cycle. Applications are evaluated based on the following criteria:

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• To what extent does the organization’s mission or the project/program/service meet a Strategic Plan or General Plan goal?
• To what extent will the grant funds be utilized for the benefit of the residents of the City of Goleta, and will the program or project clearly be able to demonstrate that the services provided are of benefit to Goleta residents? Is the applicant located in Santa Barbara County? (e.g., consider how many Goleta residents will be served by the applicant) • Is the amount of funding requested appropriate/reasonable for the project/program/service?
• To what extent does the project/program/service satisfy an unmet or under-met need in the community?
• To what extent does the applicant or organization appear to be staffed and equipped to carry out the project/program/service effectively?
• Will the applicant’s program/project/event provide a service that the City does not or cannot provide?
• To what extent does the project or program further or advance the City’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) goals? Is it committed to ensuring equity, inclusion, and access for all participants?
Grant Applications
Applicant Project/Program
FY 26-27
Amount
Requested
Home Sweet Home Senior/Veteran Housing $10,000
New Beginnings Safe Parking Program $10,000
People’s Self-Help Housing Supportive Housing for Low-Income Households $10,000
St. Vincent’s Institution Fr. Virgil Cordano Center Daytime Services for Goleta $5,000
Transition House Shelter Services for Homeless Families $10,000 United Way Resiliency Grant Program $8,500
Total $53,500

DISCUSSION
Review and make recommendations regarding six (6) City Grant applications totaling $53,500 in requested funding. The requested funding exceeds the $25,000 total allocated to the Homelessness Services Category.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Notice of Funding Availability – Fiscal Year 2026-27

2. City Grant Applications

3. Goleta City Grants Summary Spreadsheet
Attachment I
Notice of Funding Availability – Fiscal Year 2026-27
Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA)
Goleta City Grant Program

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Fiscal Year 2026-27 Goleta City Grant NOFA
I. Introduction
The City of Goleta invites applications for the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Goleta City Grant Program. This Notice of Funding Availability outlines the available funding, eligibility, application requirements, and review process for this grant cycle. Applicants must also comply with the City’s adopted Goleta City Grant Program Guidelines.

II. Timeline
• Application Opening: Monday, January 5, 2026
• Technical Assistance Webinar: January 8, 2026, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. (PST) • Applications Due: February 6, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. (PST) • Application Review: February - March 2026
• Recommendations to City Council: May 5, 2026
• Recommended Award Notifications: May 2026
• Final Budgets Due: May 29, 2026
• Agreements Released: June 2026
• Grant Start Date: July 1, 2026
• Grant End Date: June 30, 2027
• Year-End Report Due: July 31, 2027
III. Available Funding & Categories
Total Funding Available: $250,000
Maximum Award: $10,000
Minimum Award: $1,000
Grant Period: July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027 (12 months)
Available funding is allocated across program categories as follows:

Category Available to Award
Community Engagement Programs and Events,
Economic Development $ 25,000
Human Services, Educational, Food/Nutrition, Senior,
the Arts (music, dance, theater, art),
Youth Services and Miscellaneous Programs.
$ 150,000
Environmental/Wildlife/Animal Programs,
Parks and Recreation Programs $ 50,000
Homeless & Low-Income Programs $ 25,000
Grand Total Available $ 250,000
Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA)
Goleta City Grant Program

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Fiscal Year 2026-27 Goleta City Grant NOFA
Applicants will be required to select the funding category they are applying for within the application. One category may be selected per application, and applicants may not submit duplicate applications for multiple categories.

IV. Eligible Applicants
Eligible organizations:
• Nonprofit organizations.
• Government or quasi-governmental agencies.
• The use of nonprofit sponsors is permitted.

Eligible organizations must possess and maintain current corporate and tax status as non-profit entities.

Ineligible organizations:
• For-profit organizations.
• Individuals.
• Organizations primarily involved in political action, legislation, and lobbying. • Organizations that are located outside Santa Barbara County and do not have an existing operational presence within Santa Barbara County.

V. Eligible Services, Activities, and Projects
All services and activities funded through the City of Goleta’s Community Grant Program must directly benefit Goleta residents and be sponsored by an eligible organization.

Categories of services and activities eligible for funding include:
• Civic projects and services.
• Cultural programs in music, art, dance, and related fields. • Recreational activities, including fitness, camps, sports, and outdoor programs. • Educational programs.
• Community festivals, special events.
• Environmental and wildlife programs.
• Public services, including services for seniors, youth, low-income individuals, and people experiencing homelessness.
• Health, wellness, food security, and nutrition programs. • Services or activities that address community needs and demonstrate a public benefit.

The City’s 2025-2027 strategic goals focus on environmental stewardship, community and recreational vitality, financial and economic stability, strong infrastructure, revitalizing Old Town, ensuring public safety, promoting transparent and efficient operations, and advancing equity, inclusion, and access. The complete 2025-2027 City of Goleta Strategic Plan is available here.

Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA)
Goleta City Grant Program

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Fiscal Year 2026-27 Goleta City Grant NOFA
VI. Restrictions and Limitations
Ineligible uses of funds:
• Capital improvements, including construction, facility renovations, or the purchase of real property.
• Fundraising, debt service, endowments, or reserves.
• Alcohol and gambling-related expenses.
• Political campaigning, lobbying, legislative, or related activities. • Religious activities, including worship, proselytization, and religious instruction. • Services or activities that do not comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), including those offered in facilities that are not accessible to individuals with disabilities.
• Services or activities located outside of Santa Barbara County. • Any other use deemed inconsistent with City policy or public interest.

VII. Application Instructions
Applications must be submitted through the City’s online grants portal, Submittable.

Applicants must create an account, complete all required fields, and upload all required documents before the deadline. Applications submitted by email, mail, or hand delivery will not be accepted. The complete application, including all narrative questions and required uploads, is available in Submittable.

The grant portal can be accessed here:
https://cityofgoleta.submittable.com/submit.

The following information is required:
• Name and general purpose of the applicant providing or sponsoring the proposed service or activity.
• Contact name and information for the grant application. • Description of the project or program.
• Number of Goleta residents would be served by the proposed service or activity. • Two references who may be contacted regarding the proposed service or activity. • If the activity is taking place at or within school grounds, the application must state that permission and approval were received by the affected school. • If the applicant is receiving other city funds or is applying for other city grant programs, the applicant must disclose other sources to ensure there is no duplication.

Required documents:
• Proof of non-profit or government status (IRS determination letter). • List of board members.
• Most recent Year-end Balance Sheet or Profit/Loss Statement. • Most recent Year-end 990.
• Organization budget.

Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA)
Goleta City Grant Program

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Fiscal Year 2026-27 Goleta City Grant NOFA
• For applicants using a fiscal sponsor, a letter of commitment from the fiscal sponsor agreeing to serve as the fiscal sponsor of the program.

If the applicant is using a fiscal sponsor, the above required documents must be submitted for the fiscal sponsor. The sponsored program may provide supplemental materials, but the fiscal sponsor must provide all organizational documentation.

VIII. Technical Assistance Webinar
The City will host a Technical Assistance Webinar for the Goleta City Grant Program to review the Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA), provide an overview of the Submittable application platform, and address questions related to eligibility, evaluation criteria, required documentation, and reporting obligations. Attendance is not mandatory to apply but is highly encouraged for all prospective applicants. • Webinar Date: Thursday, January 8, 2026
• Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM (PST)
• Registration Link: Goleta City Grants FY 26-27 Workshop (Teams) Prospective applicants are encouraged to register in advance. The webinar will include a Submittable demonstration, a brief presentation, and a question-and-answer period.

Questions may also be submitted in advance to [email protected].

IX. Review Criteria
Applications will be reviewed and funding determined based on the following criteria. • To what extent does the organization’s mission or the project/program/service meet a Strategic Plan or General Plan goal?
• To what extent will the grant funds be utilized for the benefit of the residents of the City of Goleta, and will the program or project clearly be able to demonstrate that the services provided are of benefit to Goleta residents? Is the applicant located in Santa Barbara County? (e.g., consider how many Goleta residents will be served by the applicant)
• Is the amount of funding requested appropriate/reasonable for the project/program/service?
• To what extent does the project/program/service satisfy an unmet or under-met need in the community?
• To what extent does the applicant or organization appear to be staffed and equipped to carry out the project/program/service effectively? • Will the applicant’s program/project/event provide a service that the City does not or cannot provide?
• To what extent does the project or program further or advance the City’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) goals? Is it committed to ensuring equity, inclusion, and access for all participants?
Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA)
Goleta City Grant Program

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Fiscal Year 2026-27 Goleta City Grant NOFA
X. Review Process
Grant applications will be reviewed by one of the following groups:
• City Council’s Human Services Standing Committee
• City Council’s Homelessness Issues Standing Committee • City Council’s Economic Development and Revitalization Standing Committee • Parks and Recreation Commission
Applicants will be notified when the appropriate Committee/Commission reviews their application. While attendance at the review meetings is not required, it is recommended that a representative be present to answer any questions the reviewers have about the application or program.

Recommendations of the Committees and Commission will be forwarded to the City Council for final approval and action of funding awards. The tentative schedule of review meetings is listed below.

Committee/Commission Applications Reviewed Date
Economic Development
and Revitalization
Standing Committee
Community Engagement
Programs and Events,
Economic Development
March 30, 2026, at 1:30
p.m.

Human Services Standing
Committee
Human Services,
Educational, Food/Nutrition,
Senior,
the Arts (music, dance,
theater, art),
Youth Services and
Miscellaneous Programs.
1st meeting: Feb 23,
2026, at 3:30 p.m.
2nd meeting: March 6,
2026, at 9:00 a.m.

Parks and Recreation
Commission
Environmental/Wildlife/Animal
Programs,
Parks and Recreation
Programs
March 18, 2026, at 6:00
p.m.

Homelessness Issues
Standing Committee
Homeless & Low-Income
Programs
March 10, 2026, at 3:00
p.m.

XI. Final Budget
Following notification of the award, Grantees shall submit a final budget detailing how the awarded funds shall be used based on the actual award amount. Upon notification of the award, the final budget document will be made available within the Submittable platform.

XII. Grant Agreement & Reporting
All grant recipients must sign a Grant Agreement with the City. The agreement will be sent via DocuSign. Grantees will be asked to provide signatory information within the Submittable platform. A final year-end report will be due on July 31, 2027, detailing how Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA)
Goleta City Grant Program

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the funds were used, program accomplishments, and number of persons served. The report will be made available in the Submittable platform.

XIII. Grant Credit
As a condition of funding, grantees must acknowledge the City of Goleta’s support in all promotional, informational, or published materials. The City logo must be used in accordance with the City’s logo use policy.

XIV. Submittable Help
For technical questions regarding Submittable, customer support is available through its online portal, Submittable Help - For Submitters | Submittable. • Applicant training video: How to use Submittable (for applicants) | Submittable Help Center
• Frequently asked questions: Help for Applicants | Submittable Help Center Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit early to account for technical issues, including internet connectivity or upload delays. The City cannot provide technical support for Submittable and will not accept late applications for any reason, including technical difficulties.

XV. Contact Information
For questions regarding this NOFA, eligibility criteria, or the Goleta City Grant program, please contact:

[email protected] or (805) 690-5126.

Additional applicant resources can be found at: www.cityofgoleta.org/grants.

Attachment II
City Grant Applications
City of Goleta Powered by Submittable
Title Home Sweet Home
by Michelle Lander in FY 2026 Goleta City Grant
14320 Ventura Bvld. Suite 418
Sherman Oaks, California
91423
United States
323-309-7567
[email protected]
01/23/2026
id. 52928467
Original Submission 01/23/2026
Score n/a
Part 1: Program Information
Program Name Home Sweet Home
Amount Requested 10000
Please select the
category of funding
being requested.

Homeless & Low-Income Programs.

Describe the
proposed program for
which you are asking
for funding. Please
share how it will
operate (days, hours,
eligibility, etc.), how it
will be monitored,
and the people you
intend to serve
(target population).

The program is available to veterans and their surviving spouses to help cover the cost of long-term housing in an assisted living facility. The upfront cost for a 2 to 3-month deposit for moving into an assisted living facility can range from $2,000-$3,000 monthly for each client. However, on average Home Sweet Home will incur a fee of $5,000 per client. Home Sweet Home will recruit additional staff and volunteers to be able to facilitate and oversee the operations of the program.

Please provide the
approximate number
(numerical response
only) of Goleta
residents your
program will serve
(or benefit).
10 Does the program
satisfy an unmet or
under-met need in
the community or a
Goleta Strategic Plan
goal? Describe.

The City of Goleta developed a dedicated Homelessness Strategic Plan to identify service gaps, set priorities, and guide funding decisions aimed at addressing homelessness and supporting low-income seniors and similar populations.

Does the program
(including the facility
where the program or
service is held) have
any physical,
communication, or
programmatic
barriers that may limit
individuals with
disabilities from
participating in the
program? Please
describe the
measures taken to
ensure inclusive
access, including any
accommodations.

Clients are placed in senior facilities that comply with ADA requirements. In cases where placements are made in locations that lack the equipment to adequately support seniors, funding would be required to ensure appropriate accommodations.

If your program takes
place on school
grounds, have you
received permission
and approval from
the appropriate
school?
My program or activity does not take place on school grounds.

Part 2: Budget This section requests a clear breakdown of the program's total proposed budget. Applicants should clearly identify which costs will be covered by Goleta City Grant funds and describe any other funding sources supporting the program. For this section, include only the budget for the proposed program, not the organization’s full operating budget.

Required attachments, including financial statements and the organization’s budget, should reflect the full organizational budget.

Budget Narrative Funds will be used to offset assisted living fees. Most assisted living communities meet ADA requirements, some placements may require additional accommodations or specialized equipment to meet individual needs. The budget includes resources for care coordination and case management to assess individual needs. Funds may be allocated for transportation and transition-related expenses, including move-in assistance, initial supplies, and coordination with service providers Proposed Expenditures
Expenditures.xlsx
Proposed Revenue
Revenue.xlsx
Are the requested
funds necessary or
vital in carrying out
the program? Please
specify how you will
make up for any
partial funding
received from the
City of Goleta,
including other
potential funding
sources that can be
pursued to ensure
successful program
delivery.

The City of Goleta Grant request of $10K will fund a portion of essential program costs. The remaining program expenses will be through a combination of donor contributions, estate sale proceeds, fundraising activities, and grants from foundations.

Is your organization
currently receiving,
recently applied for,
or is expecting to
receive other
funding, support, or
in-kind contributions
from the City of
Goleta?
No
Is there a cost to
participate in the
program?
No
Part 3: Organization Information This information helps the City confirm that applicants are fiscally responsible and capable of managing grant funds and carrying out the proposed program.

What is your
organization’s
mission statement?
Senior Veteran Home Solutions’ mission is to provide compassionate solutions for senior veterans and their spouses who need additional care.

Describe how your
organization serves
Goleta residents,
including service
delivery locations,
partnerships, or
outreach activities
within Santa Barbara
County.

Our organization serves Goleta residents by providing placement assistance, care coordination, and financial support for low-income seniors seeking safe and appropriate assisted living options within Santa Barbara County. Services are delivered through direct client engagement, coordination with licensed assisted living communities, and ongoing case management to ensure residents receive the level of care and accessibility required for their individual needs.

Is a nonprofit
sponsor being used
to sponsor the
program?
No
Describe your
organization’s
capacity to
successfully manage
grant funds and
deliver the proposed
program, including
relevant experience,
staffing, financial
controls, and prior
grant performance.

Administrative and financial staff provide oversight to ensure accurate budgeting, expenditure tracking, and timely reporting. Grant funds are tracked separately to ensure expenditures align with approved budgets and funder requirements. Financial records are maintained in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.

Within the past three
(3) years, has your
organization been
required to return
funds, repay
disallowed costs, or
address audit or
monitoring findings
resulting in financial
obligations under any
grant or contract?
No
Within the past three
(3) years, has your
organization been
subject to an IRS or
State tax levy, or has
its nonprofit taxexempt status been
revoked, suspended,
or threatened with
revocation?
No
Please list two (2)
professional
references who we
may contact
regarding the
proposed program,
service or activity.

Include the
reference's name,
organization (as
appropriate), and a
phone number and
email address where
the reference can be
reached.

Baneen Murtaza 818-648-1210 and Jill Spector, 818-832-7281 All applicants must
disclose any actual,
potential, or
perceived conflicts of
interest at the time of
application. Is there
an actual, potential,
or perceived conflict
of interest to
disclose?
No
Part 4: Organizational Documents & Submission
Required Document Checklist Below are the required documents that are to be included in the application. Please upload each document into the Required Documents File Upload box.

Proof of Nonprofit or
Government Status
(IRS determination
letter)
checked
List of Board
Members
checked
Most Recent YearEnd Balance Sheet
or Profit/Loss
Statement
checked
Most Recent YearEnd Form 990checked
Most Recent
Organization Budget,
Reviewed and
Approved by Board
of Directors
checked
Required Documents File Upload
501c3.pdf
SVHS_990.pdf
Board_of_Directors_2025.pdf
2022_P_L_SVHS.pdf
HomeSWEETHOMEBUDGET.pdf
Optional
Miscellaneous
Documents
Organization Contact Michelle
Lander
Title Executive Director
Email Address [email protected]
Expense Category
Column A: Full Program
Expenses
Column B: Goleta City
Grant Funds
Personnel (Salaries & Wages) $ 40,000.00
Fringe Benefits & Payroll Taxes $ 8,000.00
Occupancy (Rent and Utilities) $ 95,000.00 $ 5,000.00
Equipment $ 5,000.00
Supplies and Materials $ 500.00
Direct Client Support / Participant Assistance $ 5,000.00 $ 5,000.00 Marketing & Outreach (Printing, Advertising) $ 1,000.00 Travel, Mileage & Training (Program-Related) $ 3,500.00 Other Expenditures (Note 1) $ 2,000.00
Total Expenditures $ 160,000.00 $ 10,000.00
Revenue Category Full Program Revenue
Goleta City Grant Funds $ 10,000.00
City of Goleta (Other) (Note 2) $ -
Federal $ -
State $ -
County $ -
Municipal (Other Cities) $ -
School District $ -
Foundations/Trusts $ 100,000.00
Donations/Fundraising $ 50,000.00
Fees
Other Sources/Revenues (Note 3)
Total Revenue $ 160,000.00
City of Goleta Powered by Submittable
Title Safe Parking Shelter and Rapid
Rehousing Program
by Victoria Garfield in FY 2026 Goleta City Grant
[email protected]
02/06/2026
id. 53103957
Original Submission 02/06/2026
Score n/a
Part 1: Program Information
Program Name Safe Parking Shelter and Rapid Rehousing Program Amount Requested 10000
Please select the
category of funding
being requested.

Homeless & Low-Income Programs.

The Program serves the vehicular homeless and those referred to us via CES county-wide through overnight shelter, CM, SO, and RRH services to help individuals obtain/maintain permanent housing. South and North County program offices are open M-F from 9-6. Program lots are open from 7pm-7am and for daytime shelter from 7am-7pm daily. We also have a 24/7 emergency hotline. We utilize best-practice standards, HMIS, the CSQ-8 and stakeholder surveys, and leadership analysis to monitor the program.

Please provide the
approximate number
(numerical response
only) of Goleta
residents your
program will serve
(or benefit).
50 Does the program
satisfy an unmet or
under-met need in
the community or a
Goleta Strategic Plan
goal? Describe.

In the most recent '25 PIT Count, Goleta experienced a 138% increase in unsheltered homeless from '22 to '25, with a 92% increase in vehicular homeless over '24. Safe Parking is directly aligned with '25-'27 Goleta Strategic Plan goal 2.1 and 2.2.

We remain as low-barrier as possible, and our offices, materials, and services are accessible for those with disabilities. We work with very vulnerable clients due to our expertise in homelessness, veterans, and people struggling with mental illness.

If your program takes
place on school
grounds, have you
received permission
and approval from
the appropriate
school?
My program or activity does not take place on school grounds.

Required attachments, including financial statements and the organization’s budget, should reflect the full organizational budget.

Budget Narrative Funds will be used for a portion of the Safe Parking Program Manager and South County Case Manager's wages for their hours spent on working with City of Goleta clients. These are direct services, including providing case management and RRH services to the vehicular homeless in Goleta with the ultimate goal of helping individuals and families transition back into permanent and traditional housing. Note 1: Consultants & Insurance. Note 2: Goleta Safe Parking Contract. Note 3: Program Manual Sales.

Proposed Expenditures
Expenditures.xlsx
Proposed Revenue
Revenue.xlsx
Are the requested
funds necessary or
vital in carrying out
the program? Please
specify how you will
make up for any
partial funding
received from the
City of Goleta,
including other
potential funding
sources that can be
pursued to ensure
successful program
delivery.

These funds are necessary to continue program operations in Goleta. If full funding is not awarded, existing unrestricted funds will be reallocated to continue program operations, ultimately reducing the number of individuals we can house in Goleta.

Goleta City Grant Funds: $10.000 for current FY 24-25, confirmed, for Safe Parking Program Rapid Rehousing activities
Goleta Safe Parking Contract: $30,000/year for 1/1/26-12/31/27, confirmed, to support Safe Parking Program shelter operations including lot monitoring and street outreach services for our contracted City of Goleta program lots. This differs from the funds requested in this application which will support the rapid rehousing services aspect of our Safe Parking program.

Is there a cost to
participate in the
program?
No
Part 3: Organization Information This information helps the City confirm that applicants are fiscally responsible and capable of managing grant funds and carrying out the proposed program.

What is your
organization’s
mission statement?
Since being founded in 2000, New Beginnings Counseling Center’s mission has been to provide quality, affordable counseling, shelter, case management, and education that strengthens our community and provides our clients with the ability to lead healthy and productive lives. The wraparound services offered through our four core programs allow our clients to receive multi-faceted and tailored care, enabling them to make meaningful changes in their own lives and in the lives of those around them.

Describe how your
organization serves
Goleta residents,
including service
delivery locations,
partnerships, or
outreach activities
within Santa Barbara
County.

Currently for the shelter aspect of our program, we maintain 5 program parking lots totaling 36 spaces in Goleta. With regards to RRH activities, in the last FY ended 6/30/25 we served 85 unduplicated Goleta residents with case management services. Of these, we were able to house 17 unduplicated individuals, and provided 7,187 total service transactions to Goleta clients. We provide consistent street outreach services to Goleta and leverage resources and partnerships to serve Goleta residents.

Our agency maintains a robust and varied base of government, foundation, and individual funding, and we have significant experience maintaining complex funding sources on a city, county, state, and federal level. Also, we are able to braid funding from our CalAIM contract for ECM and CS services to support our program capacity and financial stability. We have established agency internal financial controls and have successfully run the Safe Parking Program since 2004, with very experienced staff.

Include the
reference's name,
organization (as
appropriate), and a
phone number and
email address where
the reference can be
reached.
1) Lindsey Drewes; City of Santa Barbara Community Grants Program Specialist; (805) 564-5470 x4344; [email protected]. 2) Matthew Rector; County of Santa Barbara; (805) 568-3516; [email protected]
All applicants must
disclose any actual,
potential, or
perceived conflicts of
interest at the time of
application. Is there
an actual, potential,
or perceived conflict
of interest to
disclose?
No
Part 4: Organizational Documents & Submission
Required Document Checklist Below are the required documents that are to be included in the application. Please upload each document into the Required Documents File Upload box.

Proof of Nonprofit or
Government Status
(IRS determination
letter)
checked
List of Board
Members
checked
Most Recent YearEnd Balance Sheet
or Profit/Loss
Statement
checked
Most Recent YearEnd Form 990checked
Most Recent
Organization Budget,
Reviewed and
Approved by Board
of Directors
checked
Required Documents File Upload
NBCC_IRS_Determination_Letter.PDF
NBCC_BOD_Roster.pdf
NBCC_June_30_2025_Financials_CASH_BASIS_DRAFT.pdf
NBCC_June_2024_Form_990.pdf
NBCC_Agency_Budget_Current_FY.pdf
Optional Miscellaneous Documents
NBCC_Annual_Appeal_2025.pdf
NBCC_FY_2024-_2025_Agency_Fact_Sheet.pdf
NBCC_Fall_2025_Newsletter.pdf
NBCC_Full_Agency_Brochure.pdf
Annual_Report_2024_FINAL_5.7.25.pdf
Organization Contact Kristine
Schwarz
Title Executive Director
Email Address [email protected]
Expense Category
Column A: Full Program
Expenses
Column B: Goleta City
Grant Funds
Personnel (Salaries & Wages) $ 3,115,123.00 $10,000
Fringe Benefits & Payroll Taxes $ 758,136.00
Occupancy (Rent and Utilities) $ 388,019.00
Equipment $ 52,000.00
Supplies and Materials $ 48,050.00
Direct Client Support / Participant Assistance $ 1,482,734.00 Marketing & Outreach (Printing, Advertising) $ 25,750.00 Travel, Mileage & Training (Program-Related) $ 143,750.00 Other Expenditures (Note 1) $ 169,735.00
Total Expenditures $ 6,183,297.00 $ -
Revenue Category Full Program Revenue
Goleta City Grant Funds $ 10,000.00
City of Goleta (Other) (Note 2) $ 30,000.00
Federal $ 150,000.00
State $ 5,570,641.00
County $ 110,000.00
Municipal (Other Cities) $ 159,043.00
School District $ -
Foundations/Trusts $ 36,000.00
Donations/Fundraising $ 125,000.00
Fees $ -
Other Sources/Revenues (Note 3) $ 3,000.00
Total Revenue $ 6,193,684.00
City of Goleta Powered by Submittable
Title Goleta Supportive Housing for
Low-Income Households
by June Eastham in FY 2026 Goleta City Grant
1060 Kendall Rd.

San Luis Obispo, California
93401
CA
United States
(805) 548-2345
[email protected]
02/06/2026
id. 53107055
Original Submission 02/06/2026
Score n/a
Part 1: Program Information
Program Name Goleta Supportive Housing for Low-Income Households Amount Requested 10000
Please select the
category of funding
being requested.

Homeless & Low-Income Programs.

PSHH's Supportive Housing Program (SHP) provides free, confidential case management to residents of four affordable properties in Goleta:

Casas de los Carneros, Ellwood Apartments, Storke Ranch, and Villa la Esperanza. Licensed clinical social workers deliver services onsite and virtually, weekdays 9am–6pm. SHP serves low-income households, preventing homelessness through crisis intervention, healthcare navigation, and housing stability support. Outcomes are tracked via internal databases.

Please provide the
approximate number
(numerical response
only) of Goleta
residents your
program will serve
(or benefit).
375
Does the program
satisfy an unmet or
under-met need in
the community or a
Goleta Strategic Plan
goal? Describe.

SHP advances Goleta's goal of equity, inclusion, and access by providing free bilingual clinical services to very low-income households at risk of homelessness, addressing an under-met need among affordable housing residents lacking clinical support.

PSHH properties meet federal accessibility standards. Services are delivered in ADA-compliant spaces and virtually. Services available in English and Spanish, with telephone translation in additional languages.

Accommodations provided upon request.

If your program takes
place on school
grounds, have you
received permission
and approval from
the appropriate
school?
My program or activity does not take place on school grounds.

Required attachments, including financial statements and the organization’s budget, should reflect the full organizational budget.

Budget Narrative Goleta Grant funds ($10,000) support salaries for licensed clinical social workers delivering SHP at four Goleta properties. The $98,181 program budget is primarily personnel ($69,832 salaries, $24,441 benefits). Other costs: travel/mileage for property visits ($1,741), equipment ($925), supplies ($795), client assistance ($326). Other Expenditures ($94): dues ($34) and taxes/licenses ($60). Revenue is leveraged across foundations ($23,411), donations ($5,000), and $59,770 PSHH internal funds.

Funds are vital to delivering SHP at four Goleta properties. If partially funded, PSHH will pursue additional foundation and government grants to close the gap and ensure uninterrupted service delivery for Goleta residents.

What is your
organization’s
mission statement?
We build affordable homes with site-based services that offer opportunities to change lives and strengthen communities on the Central Coast of California.

Describe how your
organization serves
Goleta residents,
including service
delivery locations,
partnerships, or
outreach activities
within Santa Barbara
County.

PSHH serves Goleta residents at four affordable properties: Casas de los Carneros, Ellwood Apartments, Storke Ranch, and Villa la Esperanza.

Licensed social workers provide onsite and virtual case management, crisis intervention, and healthcare navigation. PSHH also operates a Goleta learning center offering out-of-school-time services for K-9 students 220 days/year. PSHH partners with SB County Public Health, Social Services, and the Housing Authority to coordinate care.

PSHH has managed federal, state, and local grants for over 18 years, including CDBG, Continuum of Care, and ARPA funding. SHP is delivered by licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs/ACSWs) with master's degrees. As a recipient of over $750,000 in annual federal funds, PSHH undergoes annual Single Audits and follows Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Program data is tracked via dedicated resident and case management databases. No history of disallowed costs or findings.

Include the
reference's name,
organization (as
appropriate), and a
phone number and
email address where
the reference can be
reached.

Rick Gulino, PSHH, [email protected], (805) 540-2498 | Serena Todd, PSHH, [email protected], (805) 668-5229
All applicants must
disclose any actual,
potential, or
perceived conflicts of
interest at the time of
application. Is there
an actual, potential,
or perceived conflict
of interest to
disclose?
No
Part 4: Organizational Documents & Submission
Required Document Checklist Below are the required documents that are to be included in the application. Please upload each document into the Required Documents File Upload box.

Proof of Nonprofit or
Government Status
(IRS determination
letter)
checked
List of Board
Members
checked
Most Recent YearEnd Balance Sheet
or Profit/Loss
Statement
checked
Most Recent YearEnd Form 990checked
Most Recent
Organization Budget,
Reviewed and
Approved by Board
of Directors
checked
Required Documents File Upload
PSHH_Board_and_Officer_Roster.pdf
PSHH_501c3_Tax_Exemption_Letter_12.21.pdf
FYE25_Year_End_PL.pdf
PSHHC_F990_6-30-24.pdf
PSHH_Operating_Budget_FYE26.pdf
Optional
Miscellaneous
Documents
Organization Contact June
Eastham
Title Grants Manager
Email Address [email protected]
Revenue Category Full Program Revenue
Goleta City Grant Funds $ 10,000.00
City of Goleta (Other) (Note 2)
Federal
State
County
Municipal (Other Cities)
School District
Foundations/Trusts $ 23,411.00
Donations/Fundraising $ 5,000.00
Fees
Other Sources/Revenues (Note 3) $ 59,770.00
Total Revenue $ 98,181.00
Expense Category
Column A: Full Program
Expenses
Column B: Goleta City
Grant Funds
Personnel (Salaries & Wages) $ 69,832.00 $ 10,000.00
Fringe Benefits & Payroll Taxes $ 24,441.00
Occupancy (Rent and Utilities) $ -
Equipment $ 925.00
Supplies and Materials $ 795.00
Direct Client Support / Participant Assistance $ 326.00 Marketing & Outreach (Printing, Advertising) $ 27.00
Travel, Mileage & Training (Program-Related) $ 1,741.00 Other Expenditures (Note 1) $ 94.00
Total Expenditures $ 98,181.00 $ 10,000.00
City of Goleta Powered by Submittable
Title Fr. Virgil Cordano Center
Daytime Services for Goleta
Residents
by Anthony Greco in FY 2026 Goleta City Grant
[email protected]
02/06/2026
id. 53101169
Original Submission 02/06/2026
Score n/a
Part 1: Program Information
Program Name Fr. Virgil Cordano Center Daytime Services for Goleta Residents Amount Requested 5000
Please select the
category of funding
being requested.

Homeless & Low-Income Programs.

The Fr. Virgil Cordano Center (FVCC) provides low-barrier daytime services for individuals experiencing homelessness or housing instability, operating Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–3:00 PM. Services include daily meals, hygiene access, laundry, mail, phones, and relationship-based case management focused on housing, benefits, healthcare, and stability. Grant funds support staffing that ensures Goleta residents can access coordinated, dignified services aligned with the County’s CES and HMIS systems.

Please provide the
approximate number
(numerical response
only) of Goleta
residents your
program will serve
(or benefit).
15 Does the program
satisfy an unmet or
under-met need in
the community or a
Goleta Strategic Plan
goal? Describe.

This program addresses a unmet need for daytime services for Goleta residents experiencing homelessness, advancing Strategic Goals to maintain a safe and healthy community and ensure equity, inclusion, and access for vulnerable populations.

FVCC has no physical, communication, or programmatic barriers. The facility is accessible and regularly serves individuals with mobility, visual, and cognitive disabilities. Staff provide individualized accommodations, flexible service delivery.

If your program takes
place on school
grounds, have you
received permission
and approval from
the appropriate
school?
My program or activity does not take place on school grounds.

Required attachments, including financial statements and the organization’s budget, should reflect the full organizational budget.

Budget Narrative Goleta City Grant funds will support personnel costs associated with case management and daily operations that ensure Goleta residents can access meals, services, and housing navigation. Program leverages a variety of funding sources detailed in the budget including $336,107 in CalAIM revenue and $54,532 in in kind contributions such as food donations calculated in the Other Sources/Revenues (Note 3) column below.

Grant funds are vital to sustaining consistent daytime access for Goleta residents. If partially funded, FVCC will offset costs through private charitable support and individual donations.

What is your
organization’s
mission statement?
The Fr. Virgil Cordano Center is a collaborative ministry of the Franciscan Friars of Old Mission Santa Barbara and the Daughters of Charity at St.

Vincent’s. Rooted in dignity and compassion, FVCC provides a place of welcome and support, fostering the human well-being of individuals experiencing homelessness and poverty.

Describe how your
organization serves
Goleta residents,
including service
delivery locations,
partnerships, or
outreach activities
within Santa Barbara
County.

FVCC serves Goleta residents through low-barrier services, coordination with the City’s Homelessness Services Coordinator, and alignment with the County Coordinated Entry System. Although regionally located, FVCC documents Goleta residency and collaborates with City partners to ensure Goleta residents access housing and supportive services.

FVCC is staffed by experienced program leadership and case managers and operates under St. Vincent’s established financial controls, audits, and board oversight. The organization has successfully managed City, County, and foundation grants and complies with HMIS, CES, and CDBG reporting requirements.

Include the
reference's name,
organization (as
appropriate), and a
phone number and
email address where
the reference can be
reached.

Deborah McQuade, Program Director, FVCC – (805) 698-1026, [email protected], Paloma Espino, Director of Sarah House, (805) 637-8048, [email protected]
All applicants must
disclose any actual,
potential, or
perceived conflicts of
interest at the time of
application. Is there
an actual, potential,
or perceived conflict
of interest to
disclose?
No
Part 4: Organizational Documents & Submission
Required Document Checklist Below are the required documents that are to be included in the application. Please upload each document into the Required Documents File Upload box.

Proof of Nonprofit or
Government Status
(IRS determination
letter)
checked
List of Board
Members
checked
Most Recent YearEnd Balance Sheet
or Profit/Loss
Statement
checked
Most Recent YearEnd Form 990checked
Most Recent
Organization Budget,
Reviewed and
Approved by Board
of Directors
checked
Required Documents File Upload
5-_Non-profit_Determination_Letters_IRS_and_California_Franchise_Tax_Board.pdf 2-_Board_of_Directors_Roster.pdf
6_-Form_990_June_30_2024.pdf
FY_2026_6_mth_actual_approved_annual_budget.pdf
FVCC_Balance_Sheet_12.31.25.pdf
Optional
Miscellaneous
Documents
Organization Contact Anthony
Greco
Title Data Manager
Email Address [email protected]
Expense Category
Column A: Full Program
Expenses
Column B: Goleta City
Grant Funds
Personnel (Salaries & Wages) $ 415,824.00 $ 6,830.00
Fringe Benefits & Payroll Taxes $ 52,795.00
Occupancy (Rent and Utilities) $ 232,615.00
Equipment $ 6,830.00
Supplies and Materials $ 56,297.00
Direct Client Support / Participant Assistance $ 55,032.00 Marketing & Outreach (Printing, Advertising) $ 2,565.00 Travel, Mileage & Training (Program-Related) $ 4,582.00 Other Expenditures (Note 1)
Total Expenditures $ 826,540.00 $ 6,830.00
Revenue Category Full Program Revenue
Goleta City Grant Funds $ 6,830.00
City of Goleta (Other) (Note 2)
Federal
State
County
Municipal (Other Cities) $ 30,000.00
School District
Foundations/Trusts $ 172,000.00
Donations/Fundraising $ 227,071.00
Fees
Other Sources/Revenues (Note 3) $ 390,639.00
Total Revenue $ 826,540.00
City of Goleta Powered by Submittable
Title Family Emergency Shelter and
Services
by Kathleen Baushke in FY 2026 Goleta City Grant
[email protected]
02/02/2026
id. 53057331
Original Submission 02/02/2026
Score n/a
Part 1: Program Information
Program Name Family Emergency Shelter and Services
Amount Requested 10000
Please select the
category of funding
being requested.

Homeless & Low-Income Programs.

The shelter targets local homeless families with children. It operates 365 days a year, serving 85 families (275 people) annually. Transition House’s program is different because it gives families the time and individualized case management needed to create lasting change. Families participate in financial literacy training, budgeting, accessing employment, housing location, education, and clinical referrals. Children’s programs aimed at breaking the cycle of generational poverty are offered.

Please provide the
approximate number
(numerical response
only) of Goleta
residents your
program will serve
(or benefit).
45 Does the program
satisfy an unmet or
under-met need in
the community or a
Goleta Strategic Plan
goal? Describe.

YES. The principal causes of local family homelessness are poverty and a shortage of affordable housing. 14% of the population in our County lives in poverty. Transition House is the only homeless shelter for families with children in south County.

There are no barriers. All reasonable accommodations are made. We provide physically accessible spaces, address dietary restrictions, provide translation for those who are deaf or speak other languages, accept service animals, and more.

If your program takes
place on school
grounds, have you
received permission
and approval from
the appropriate
school?
My program or activity does not take place on school grounds.

Required attachments, including financial statements and the organization’s budget, should reflect the full organizational budget.

Budget Narrative Attached agency year-end financials are for 2024 as 2025/2026 are not yet board approved but will be shortly. There are no substantial changes in year-end 2025 or our 2026 operating budget. Grant funding will be allocated for case managers who are vital to assisting clients develop achievable goals, increase income, learn to manage money, and locate rental housing. Our intensive programmatic approach is very successful; over 70% of shelter residents move to sustainable housing.

Over 90% of our clients come from south County and 1/6 are from Goleta, therefore we need Goleta support. We have diversified income from both the local public and private sectors. Goleta funds leverage contributions across the giving spectrum.

City of Goleta Grant 2025-2026, $5,000, Shelter and Services for Homeless Families. July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026.

What is your
organization’s
mission statement?
Transition House is dedicated to the solution of family homelessness in the Santa Barbara community. Capable and motivated families with children are offered life tools and respectful, non-sectarian residential services designed to alleviate poverty and restore self-sufficiency and dignity.

Founded in 1984, each year we help approximately 175 homeless families with children and families that are at risk for homelessness to acquire the tools necessary for self-sufficiency.

Describe how your
organization serves
Goleta residents,
including service
delivery locations,
partnerships, or
outreach activities
within Santa Barbara
County.

Transition House, located in downtown Santa Barbara, is the only emergency shelter for families with children on the South Coast. We partner with other local social service agencies and affordable housing providers to address the root cause of each family’s homelessness, impart necessary life skills, and help them return to their community. We also partner with the school system to keep kids in their school of origin (in Goleta) during this time for consistency.

Transition House has received funding from the City of Goleta since 2006 and we have consistently met our grant service projections. We have served the community for over 41 years with seasoned, trained staff. Our leadership team of four has a combined 85 years of experience! Our board of directors provides consistent financial oversight, and our annual audits have been clean for many years.

Include the
reference's name,
organization (as
appropriate), and a
phone number and
email address where
the reference can be
reached.

Lindsey Drewes, City of Santa Barbara, 805 564-5461; Pat Wheatley, Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara Board of Commissioners and Transition House past board president, 805 963-5065.

All applicants must
disclose any actual,
potential, or
perceived conflicts of
interest at the time of
application. Is there
an actual, potential,
or perceived conflict
of interest to
disclose?
No
Part 4: Organizational Documents & Submission
Required Document Checklist Below are the required documents that are to be included in the application. Please upload each document into the Required Documents File Upload box.

Proof of Nonprofit or
Government Status
(IRS determination
letter)
checked
List of Board
Members
checked
Most Recent YearEnd Balance Sheet
or Profit/Loss
Statement
checked
Most Recent YearEnd Form 990checked
Most Recent
Organization Budget,
Reviewed and
Approved by Board
of Directors
checked
Required Documents File Upload
TranHouse_990_2024.pdf
Transition_House_IRS_Tax_Letter_2017.pdf
Transition_House_Board_10-2025.pdf
TH_Organization_Budget_2025_CGA.pdf
Transition_House_Draft_year_end_financials_2025.pdf
Optional Miscellaneous Documents
TRANSITION_HOUSE_FAMILY_EMERGENCY_SHELTER_PROGRAM_DESCRIPTION.pdf Organization Contact Kathleen
Baushke
Title Executive Director
Email Address [email protected]
Expense Category
Column A: Full Program
Expenses
Column B: Goleta City
Grant Funds
Personnel (Salaries & Wages) $ 1,156,382.00 $ 10,000.00 Fringe Benefits & Payroll Taxes $ 243,316.00
Occupancy (Rent and Utilities) $ 124,736.00
Equipment $ 89,593.00
Supplies and Materials $ 30,026.00
Direct Client Support / Participant Assistance $ 181,300.00 Marketing & Outreach (Printing, Advertising) $ 46,611.00 Travel, Mileage & Training (Program-Related) $ 14,298.00 Other Expenditures (Note 1) $ 74,635.00
Total Expenditures $ 1,960,897.00 $ 10,000.00
Revenue Category Full Program Revenue
Goleta City Grant Funds $ 10,000.00
City of Goleta (Other) (Note 2)
Federal $ 60,000.00
State $ 85,000.00
County
Municipal (Other Cities)
School District
Foundations/Trusts $ 818,399.00
Donations/Fundraising $ 987,498.00
Fees
Other Sources/Revenues (Note 3)
Total Revenue $ 1,960,897.00
City of Goleta Powered by Submittable
Title Resiliency Grants Program
by Marina Gutierrez in FY 2026 Goleta City Grant
320 E Gutierrez Street
Santa Barbara , California
93101
United States
805-882-0505
[email protected]
02/06/2026
id. 53107133
Original Submission 02/06/2026
Score n/a
Part 1: Program Information
Program Name Resiliency Grants Program
Amount Requested 8500
Please select the
category of funding
being requested.

Homeless & Low-Income Programs.

United Way of Santa Barbara County's Resiliency Grants program coordinates 19 local service agencies, such as CommUnify, LEAP, and Transition House, to support families on their path to financial security.

Families under active case management who encounter a one-time or unexpected need are eligible for support. Needs must positively impact long-term financial security (employment, childcare, housing, etc.). To date, Goleta households represent 17% of all Resiliency Grants awarded in the county.

Please provide the
approximate number
(numerical response
only) of Goleta
residents your
program will serve
(or benefit).
20 Does the program
satisfy an unmet or
under-met need in
the community or a
Goleta Strategic Plan
goal? Describe.

The program has a significant impact on economic stability and a strong public assistance infrastructure, supporting households with unmet needs that are often prohibitive to sustainable financial resiliency, such as housing deposits or car repairs.

United Way is intentional in onboarding experienced service agency partners that represent the needs and required expertise for the diverse community we serve. United Way's service team are bilingual and can offer in-person, ADA compliant services.

If your program takes
place on school
grounds, have you
received permission
and approval from
the appropriate
school?
My program or activity does not take place on school grounds.

Required attachments, including financial statements and the organization’s budget, should reflect the full organizational budget.

Budget Narrative The Resiliency Grants program operates countywide. Though the attached budget is for the full program, approximately 17% of all program participants reside in the City of Goleta. ($173,800 average investment). Requested funds from the City of Goleta will be used for direct household support (rent, car repairs, medical bills, etc., paid directly to a vendor). Additional funding is requested for infrastructure support to expand the network of partners focused on serving Goleta residents.

Requested funds would represent the largest regional support for the program in Goleta. Due to high demand, leadership has expanded its direct support target to $1M+ and plans for strategic investments from diverse funding partners to achieve it.

Is your organization
currently receiving,
recently applied for,
or is expecting to
receive other
funding, support, or
in-kind contributions
from the City of
Goleta?
Yes
If yes, please list
each source and
provide the amount,
purpose, and funding
period or expiration
date. This includes
grants, contracts,
sponsorships, in-kind
contributions, or any
other financial
support from any City
department or
program. Clearly
identify whether the
funding is confirmed,
pending, or
anticipated. Describe
how the funding
request differs from
what is already being
funded or asked for.
$50,000 was secured from the City of Goleta (3/28/3035) for United Way's Brighter Futures Childcare Initiative, a separate effort to support parents, childcare providers, and employers through a strategic fund for scholarships and facilities grants. This funding is maintained in a separate initiative for United Way and does not have program or budgetary impacts on the Resiliency Grants program or this request.

What is your
organization’s
mission statement?
The mission of United Way of Santa Barbara County is to enrich the lives of children and families and build resilient communities by leading local programs and partnerships that improve academic achievement, financial security, and community resiliency.

Describe how your
organization serves
Goleta residents,
including service
delivery locations,
partnerships, or
outreach activities
within Santa Barbara
County.

United Way serves Goleta residents through numerous programs, including the Brighter Futures Childcare Initiative, the Fun in the Sun summer learning program (GUSD Service Agreement & Site Locations), the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program (Goleta Valley Community Center Service Site), the Dolly Parton Imagination Library and more.

United Way has over 100 years of experience in providing sustainable, targeted support to increase household financial security outcomes.

Executive staff have significant experience in partnerships, program development and delivery, fiscal management and controls, and an understanding of local needs and networks. United Way has successfully managed over $100M in public funds, whether in times of crisis or in its standard program operations, to accomplish shared goals for a stronger community.

Include the
reference's name,
organization (as
appropriate), and a
phone number and
email address where
the reference can be
reached.

Maria Vargas (Transition House, 805.966.9688, Ext. 131, [email protected]), Suelm Huerta (Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara, 805.680.2482, [email protected]) All applicants must
disclose any actual,
potential, or
perceived conflicts of
interest at the time of
application. Is there
an actual, potential,
or perceived conflict
of interest to
disclose?
No
Part 4: Organizational Documents & Submission
Required Document Checklist Below are the required documents that are to be included in the application. Please upload each document into the Required Documents File Upload box.

Proof of Nonprofit or
Government Status
(IRS determination
letter)
checked
List of Board
Members
checked
Most Recent YearEnd Balance Sheet
or Profit/Loss
Statement
checked
Most Recent YearEnd Form 990checked
Most Recent
Organization Budget,
Reviewed and
Approved by Board
of Directors
checked
Required Documents File Upload
UWSBC_IRS_Tax_Letter.pdf
UW_Board_of_Directors_Roster_2025-2026.pdf
United_Way_of_SB_County_FYE_6-30-24_Form_990_-_Public_Disclosure_Copy.PDF UWSBC_2025-2026_Annual_Budget.pdf
53040_United_Way_6.30.2025_-_Financial_Statements_FINAL.pdf Optional Miscellaneous Documents
2025UW_Impact_Report_FINALWeb.pdf
Organization Contact Rose
Levy
Title Director of Strategic Partnerships & Advancement
Email Address [email protected]
Expense Category
Column A: Full Program
Expenses
Column B: Goleta City
Grant Funds
Personnel (Salaries & Wages) $ 205,473.00
Fringe Benefits & Payroll Taxes $ 30,821.00
Occupancy (Rent and Utilities)
Equipment $ 6,250.00
Supplies and Materials $ 1,000.00
Direct Client Support / Participant Assistance $ 1,040,000.00 $ 7,500.00 Marketing & Outreach (Printing, Advertising) $ 1,000.00 Travel, Mileage & Training (Program-Related) $ 1,000.00 Other Expenditures (Note 1) $ 52,413.00
Total Expenditures $ 1,336,957.00 $ 8,500.00
Revenue Category Full Program Revenue
Goleta City Grant Funds $ 8,500.00
City of Goleta (Other) (Note 2)
Federal
State
County
Municipal (Other Cities)
School District
Foundations/Trusts $ 300,000.00
Donations/Fundraising $ 350,000.00
Fees $ 25,000.00
Other Sources/Revenues (Note 3)
Total Revenue $ 683,500.00
Attachment II
Goleta City Grants Summary Spreadsheet
Name of Organization Project/Program Receiving Other City Funds for FY 26-27
FY 25-26 Grant Award FY 26-27 Grant Request FY 26-27 City Grant Recommendation Mayor Perotte Kasdin
1 Home Sweet Home Home Sweet Home No N/A $ 10,000.00 $ - $ - $ - 2 New Beginnings Safe Parking Program and Rapid Rehousing Program Yes $ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00 $ - $ - $ - 3 People's Self-Help Housing Goleta Supportive Housing for Low-Income Households No Received CDBG Funds $ 10,000.00 $ - $ - 4 St. Vincent's Fr. Virgil Cordano Center Daytime Services for Goleta Residents No N/A $ 5,000.00 $ - $ - $ - 5 Transition House Family Emergency Shelter and Services No $ 5,000.00 $ 10,000.00 $ - $ - $ - 6 United Way Resiliency Grants Program No N/A $ 8,500.00 $ - $ - $ - Amount Requested $ 15,000.00 $ 53,500.00 $ - $ - $ -
Available to Award: $ (25,000.00) $ (25,000.00) $ (25,000.00)

Homelessness Issues CommitteeMarch 9, 2026

Homelessness Issues Committee
March 9, 2026