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The Arizona Multihousing Charitable Foundation (AMCF) has distributed more than $200,000 in grants to housing and human services organizations in Phoenix and Tucson. This is part of an ongoing effort by the Arizona Multihousing Association to address affordable housing and community safety across the state. 

In Phoenix, UMOM New Day Centers and the Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center (SARRC) each received $46,870. 

UMOM, which supports nearly 700 women and children experiencing homelessness, along with 550 units of affordable housing. 

鈥淭he industry鈥檚 support enables UMOM to make a substantial impact in our community,鈥� said Jackson Fonder of UMOM. 

SARRC focuses on innovative research and inclusive community-building for individuals with autism. The grant will support SARRC鈥檚 First Place Transition Academy, which helps individuals with autism develop independent living and career-readiness skills. 

鈥淭his funding will help us build more inclusive communities for individuals with autism across Arizona,鈥� said Maureen Jorden, SARRC鈥檚 chief development officer. 

In Tucson, the HSL Center of Opportunity received $75,250 to continue providing holistic support for the homeless, including shelter, food, and addiction recovery services. The Center was established by Humberto Lopez to support health and welfare causes. 鈥淭his grant will allow us to continue offering vital programs and services to individuals experiencing homelessness,鈥� said Lisa Chastain, the organization鈥檚 CEO.

Interfaith Community Services (ICS) in Tucson received $29,140 to help seniors and people with disabilities remain safe and independent in their homes. 鈥淭his financial gift demonstrates a further commitment to supporting people through times of crisis,鈥� said ICS CEO Tom McKinney.

Since 2005, AMCF has distributed about $1.5 million in grants statewide, supported by fundraising events like the Bowl-A-Thon and Annual Fun Run.