2017 Iowa Hunger Directory 2017 Edition | Page 462

Polk County Continuum of Care Board DESCRIPTION CONTACT NAME Mark Phillips EMAIL m.phillips@pchsia.org PHONE 515-402-4101 The Polk County Continuum of Care Board coordinates efforts to end homelessness, and monitors and drives outcomes in meeting the community’s goal to reduce homelessness in Polk County. They also keep a section of resources on their website. The Board is comprised of a full range of community stakeholders committed to activities and efforts aimed at the goal of ending homelessness, including advocates, homeless assistance providers, victim service providers, faith-based organizations, governments, businesses, housing agencies, school districts, social service providers, mental health agencies, universities, hospitals, affordable housing developers, law enforcement, veteran’s organizations, and homeless and formerly homeless persons. OFFICE ADDRESS 2309 Euclid Ave. Des Moines, IA 50310 TYPE OF WORK Community Based, Housing Assistance/Shelter COUNTIES Polk Page | 461 HOW TO HELP Individuals and organizations are encouraged to attend meetings of the Polk County Continuum of Care Board to learn more and become involved. Questions can be directed to Mark Phillips at 515-402-4101 or m.phillips@pchsia.org.