Project T.O.U.C.H. - Together Our Unity Conquers Homelessness

The Face of Homelessness has changed…Since our foundation in 2003, we have fought and advocated for those in need in our community to receive the most basic and essential human needs. For over a decade now we have been providing a dedicated call center serving our local Police Departments 24/7.  For 13 years, Project T.O.U.C.H. operated an annual winter shelter for our most vulnerable citizens serving approximately 30-50 people every night (December through April). We now partner with The City of Murrieta to provide an emergency shelter 365 days of the year. 

Our year round self-sustaining transitional housing program does not receive any federal government funding, and serves over 250 individuals daily with an average of 90-100 children, single mothers, men & women, emancipated foster youth, domestic violence victims, seniors, mentally and physically disabled, veterans and entire families. Both programs provide comprehensive case management, employment assistance, transportation, food, clothing, medical assistance and more! 

We answer 1000’s of calls annually, walking alongside those in need to give resources and support to homeless and potentially homeless individuals and families providing a safety net of Love & Hope.

We service the most vulnerable in our community…

• Transitional Housing with 250 beds in multiple four-plex units, apartments and homes to assist families, single mothers, single men and women, averaging 220 to 260 daily including 90 - 100 children.
• Local Emergency Shelter provides year-round overnight shelter to meet the needs of hundreds of clients annually. We provide food, shelter and other essential needs, along with comprehensive case management.
• Police Response Program responds 24/7 to calls from local police departments to assist in homeless situations including domestic violence victims.
• Community Volunteer Program simply fill out an application online or call the office for more ways to get involved in these areas: Meal Providers, Fundraising, Administration Assistance, Case Managers, Mentors, Thrift Store.
• Direct Emergency Assistance emergency housing, transportation assistance, food, clothing, hygiene, and other emergency needs.
• Resource Referral Center respond to hundreds of calls monthly to provide appropriate resources for any given situation. Project T.O.U.C.H. partners with multiple agencies such as Social Services, Drug and Alcohol Rehab programs, Mental Health Services, other Homeless Prevention Programs, and community outreach programs. See our website for a comprehensive resource book updated annually.
• Work Training Program through our Divine Discount & Thrift Store. In this retail environment, clients are able to learn new skills, fulfill their required community service, work on responsibilities and commitment.