Impact

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Year-round, Ritter Center delivers high-quality healthcare, essential housing support, nutritious food, and everyday necessities to thousands of individuals and families living in poverty in Marin.

2024 Homelessness Survey Quick Facts

24%

decrease in chronic homelessness, with 217 individuals identified, compared to 284 in 2022.

39%

of people reported that their primary reason for becoming homeless was economic.

32%

drop in in the number of veterans experiencing homelessness in Marin County.

In 2023, Ritter Center Served 2,281 Individuals

All of our clients are low-to-no-income families and individuals in Marin County. They represent people who are economically vulnerable, homeless, or precariously housed; meaning, they do not have permanent housing, but rather live day-to-day, staying with family or friends, in vehicles, or in motels.

Since 2017, we have helped house over 850 people, 94% of whom have remained in stable housing thanks to our Whole Person Care program and collaboration with our Marin County partners.

Families

375 families and households each week access our food pantry

Age 55+

65.67% of our clients are 55 and older

Veterans

113 are veterans

Marin County

70% of people experiencing homelessness in Marin County are from Marin County.

Medical Care

38% of patients receive medical care

Mental Healthcare

14% of patients receive behavioral health services

Precariously Housed

54% of our clients are precariously housed

Homeless

56.51% of our clients are homeless

How You Can Help

There are many ways to help individuals who are living in poverty or experiencing homelessness. You can make a donation, give items in-kind, or volunteer your time.

GET INVOLVED

Need Help?

If you are homeless, need help with paying rent or buying food, are seeking primary healthcare for you and your family or you know someone who needs support, please contact us.

Helping People Live Healthier Lives