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Shelter, Housing, Job Training, Support.

We help people find their own path to housing and stability.

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Article Published April 14, 2025.

ABC-7 News Highlights Marin County Progress.

Progress to end veteran homelessness in Marin County got the spotlight from ABC-TV Channel 7 this week in a report […]

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Six culinary students in white coats sit in the front row at the graduation event.

Article Published March 24, 2025.

Culinary Graduates Prepare to Open New Opportunities.

Trainees in the first class of 2025 received their Certificates in Culinary Arts from Fresh Starts Culinary Academy after 11 […]

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Article Published March 3, 2025.

Legacy Circle Celebration Honors Gifts for the Future.

Have you included Homeward Bound in your will, trust, or estate plan? We invite you to join us as we […]

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Article Published February 10, 2025.

Sister Carla Recalls Decades of Growth and Outreach.

Our Board of Directors last month bid farewell to Sister Carla Kovack, who joined 22 years ago when Homeward Bound […]

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Our impact

We provided 915 people with shelter and housing last year

We serve 15,000 meals each month for our residents

78 trainees benefited from culinary instruction and job opportunities last year

56% of our staff have lived experience of homelessness

Help launch new homes and careers in 2025

We’re launching new affordable housing programs for veterans, families and others transitioning out of homelessness. Our plans include space to expand culinary training and employment through mission-driven businesses. Your support will unlock new futures for years to come.

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We’re here to help

Homeward Bound of Marin is the primary provider of Marin County homeless shelters and resources for homeless families and individuals in Marin, California. If you are experiencing homelessness in Marin County, please contact us to find out about our programs.

Resources for Families

Help for Families

Resources for Adults

Help for Adults

Resources for Veterans

Help for Veterans

So much more than housing

We provide hands-on culinary training to provide core skills for new career opportunities. Our mission-driven businesses employ trainees and others overcoming challenges to workplace success.

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Fresh Starts Culinary Academy.

Our flagship job-training program offers 10 weeks of hands-on learning and classroom instruction. Trainees receive job placement support and other assistance.

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The Key Room.

A flexible, modern event space available to rent for meetings, workshops and special occasions. Your event makes a difference in ending homelessness.

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Four members of the wagster team holding bags of treats and standing in front of sign reading 'Wagster, gourmet dog treats made by people moving out of homelessness'

Wagster Dog Treats.

These healthy cookies baked in our kitchen combine familiar ingredients into irresistible dog treats. Every batch is made by people working toward better futures.

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Aaron found home after 20 years

Hear how your support helped Aaron create a new life in supportive housing, with a roommate, a job and space for his artistic hobbies.