Pacific House has been responding to the needs of men and young adults struggling with homelessness in Fairfield County for nearly 40 years. Started as a men’s shelter in Stamford, the organization has grown to include emergency shelter, services and supportive housing. The Tate family of New Canaan was honored at a packed annual gala at the Loading Dock in October that raised $340,000. Chris Tate, who recently served as board chairman, first worked with the organization at 16 serving meals at the shelter with his youth group. “Pacific House has been a part of my life for over 30 years and I’ve seen some amazing growth. It has been a privilege to be a part of it,” said Tate. The Stamford Rotary Trust Fund was also honored as the 2023 Housing Champion in recognition of their $1 million grant for a new 39-unit housing development that will offer counselors, support services and office space. pacifichouse.org
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