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ARC project reports 255 students identified as houseless; center cites backpacks, transport and housing help
Summary
The ARC drop-in center reported this school year it had 300 client contacts, delivered hundreds of backpacks and holiday meals, provided transportation assistance averaging $500–$600 per month and helped 26 families secure transitional housing; staff said 255 K–12 students currently qualify as houseless in the district.
Coos Bay SD 9 — The ARC Project, a drop-in center serving houseless children and youth in Coos County, reported program activity and outcomes to the board, including data on contacts, backpacks, transportation support and housing assistance.
Torres, who said she oversees the ARC Project, described the organization’s services: “We’re a drop-in center where we serve houseless children and youth within Coos County. Drop in center where we have basic needs services ranging from laundry, showers, hygiene, tents, tarps, clothing, everything in between.”
Key figures the ARC Project reported to the board: - 300 contacts so…
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