East Bay Coalition for the Homeless - Roger Williams University

B. Positioning the EBCH
Since questions about an organization’s strengths and weaknesses often tend to elicit internally-focused responses, the
survey included two other questions to help understand how the EBCH is positioned relative to other organizations
that address homelessness.
What makes the EBCH different from other organizations that help the homeless
EBCH & EBCAP Board Responses: Responses from the EBCH board are more specific and varied than those from the
EBCAP board. EBCH board members view the case management function that helps families become independent
as the primary point of distinction. Sub-elements of that function (not simply being a shelter and requiring that clients
be employed) also are identified. The most frequent response from EBCAP board members that “I don’t know”
or “I am not sure” reflects the lack of knowledge about just what the EBCH does, further underscoring the awareness/
branding issue.
EBCH Points of Dis.nc.on
Helps Families Become Independent
(Hand Up Not a Hand Out)
EBCH Board
Responses
Not a Shelter 3
Clients Must Be Employed 2
Supportive of Local Needs 1
Small Organization 1
EBCAP Board
Responses
3 1
Don’t Know/Unsure 3
Are No Similar Organizations 1
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