DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center)
Provides integrated services including housing, crisis intervention, mental health, and substance use treatment for people experiencing chronic homelessness. DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center) is a nonprofit working in Housing / Homelessness in Seattle. Known for: The agency that proved Housing First works, operates 1,500+ housing units and showed that giving homes to the chronically homeless saves money and lives. Led by Daniel Malone, Executive Director.
Known For
The agency that proved Housing First works — operates 1,500+ housing units and showed that giving homes to the chronically homeless saves money and lives.
Who They Serve
People experiencing chronic homelessness with complex behavioral health needs in King County
How You Can Help
Donate, volunteer, advocacy, board service, pro bono professional services
Budget Range
$10M+
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How to Support DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center)
A step-by-step guide to supporting DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center), one of the Puget Sound nonprofits curated by Vantage.
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Learn their mission
Provides integrated services including housing, crisis intervention, mental health, and substance use treatment for people experiencing chronic homelessness. DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center) is a nonprofit working in Housing / Homelessness in Seattle. Known for: The agency that proved Housing First works, operates 1,500+ housing units and showed that giving homes to the chronically homeless saves money and lives. Led by Daniel Malone, Executive Director.
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Identify how you can help
Donate, volunteer, advocacy, board service, pro bono professional services
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Visit their website
Go to https://www.desc.org to see current campaigns, donation options, and volunteer opportunities.
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Make your contribution
Donate, sign up to volunteer, or share DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center)'s work with people in your network who care about Housing / Homelessness.
Frequently Asked
Questions about DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center)
What does DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center) do?+
Provides integrated services including housing, crisis intervention, mental health, and substance use treatment for people experiencing chronic homelessness. DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center) is a nonprofit working in Housing / Homelessness in Seattle. Known for: The agency that proved Housing First works, operates 1,500+ housing units and showed that giving homes to the chronically homeless saves money and lives. Led by Daniel Malone, Executive Director.
Who does DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center) serve?+
People experiencing chronic homelessness with complex behavioral health needs in King County
How can I support DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center)?+
Donate, volunteer, advocacy, board service, pro bono professional services
Where is DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center) located?+
DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center) serves the Seattle / King County area in Seattle, Washington.
What is the annual budget of DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center)?+
$10M+
Who leads DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center)?+
DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center) is led by Daniel Malone, Executive Director.
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