Old Pueblo Community Services
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Old Pueblo Community Services
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Web series kickoff - join us! Guest speaker Dr. Keith Bentele (Assoc. Research Prof., U of A SIROW) will share highlights of the CC4P Housing Workgroup’s efforts to reduce homelessness in Tucson -- local realities, challenges, and community solutions. Register: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
February 2, 2026 at 11:19 PM
This Black History Month, we honor the legacy, resilience, and brilliance of Black leaders—past, present, and future. Their contributions continue to shape stronger, more equitable communities for all. #BlackHistoryMonth
February 2, 2026 at 9:36 PM
📣 Results from our annual survey are in! Several community voices shared their perspectives on homelessness in Tucson - swipe through to learn more.

Check out the comments for part two of the survey results.
January 29, 2026 at 10:16 PM
This story highlights the importance of caring for residents and their pets. Pets are welcome at all OPCS shelters. 🐾💙

www.kvoa.com/news/local/t...
Tucson's STAR Village helps women and pets find stability
TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) - A new initiative called STAR Village provides a temporary home for vulnerable women. The camp, with a capacity to house 25 women, is currently full and
www.kvoa.com
January 22, 2026 at 8:49 PM
OPCS offices will be closed on Monday, January 19th, in observance of MLK Day.

We pause to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose vision for equality continues to inspire us.
January 16, 2026 at 10:15 PM
Your perspective matters! OPCS wants to hear from YOU before our survey wraps up. Help us understand community awareness and experiences with homelessness in Tucson. Your feedback guides strategies to address homelessness locally. Take the survey today: www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZNQTMNS
January 8, 2026 at 5:50 PM
As Kwanzaa comes to a close, we honor the Seven Principles that celebrate unity, creativity & a shared commitment to building a brighter future. These values inspire our work as we strive to uplift our community. To all who observed, we wish you a meaningful conclusion to Kwanzaa ❤️🖤💚
December 31, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Happy New Year! As we welcome 2026, we’re grateful for your support in ending homelessness. Your generosity has carried us through challenging times—and together, we’re ready for even more progress ahead. There’s still time to be part of the solution! Give today: bit.ly/33oVm6h
December 30, 2025 at 8:30 PM
🎉 Happy New Year from OPCS! In celebration of the new year, our offices will be closed on Thursday, January 1st.

⭐ We wish you a joyful and prosperous 2026—may your dreams and aspirations come to life this year!
December 30, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Our volunteer elves have been busy preparing holiday cosmetic kits for the women in our programs! We extend much gratitude to Thrive Causemetics for donating gorgeous makeup & skincare products to bring some extra sparkle and empowerment to our clients. Thrive is truly the beauty that gives back!
December 24, 2025 at 8:52 PM
❄️ Santa is on his way to deliver toys for the kiddos in our programs! Happy holidays from OPCS! 🎄🎁
December 24, 2025 at 8:36 PM
OPCS offices will be closed on Thursday, December 25th, in observance of Christmas Day.

We hope that you and your loved ones enjoy a warm, joyful holiday season. Merry Christmas from OPCS!
December 24, 2025 at 8:11 PM
🎉 We recently celebrated the reopening of our 5th Street office -- now the dedicated home of our Intensive Outpatient Services for addiction treatment, to serve Reentry clients. Weekly therapy sessions & groups are held here to offer support, hope & opportunities for those rebuilding their lives.
December 23, 2025 at 8:19 PM
Our CEO, Tom Litwicki, spoke with the AZ Daily Star about the realities we're facing after federal funding cuts & why community support is critical to create real solutions for homelessness. Will you join our mission to end homelessness? Read the story below & make a difference at bit.ly/33oVm6h
How to help those in need of housing assistance for the holidays
Cuts in federal funding to groups that assist with housing assistance has prompted a public appeal for donations.
tucson.com
December 23, 2025 at 5:19 PM
⛄ Thanks to the generosity of our community, volunteers and staff, we are bringing cheer to the youth and families we serve. From new toys to warm clothing to cosmetic kits, every gift represents compassion & dignity. Together, we're making the holidays brighter for our kiddos!
December 23, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Many thanks to the staff & clients at Transformational Medicine for collecting warm clothing and additional items to benefit the individuals and families in our programs! They will be collecting donations through the end of December, if you'd like to support them in this effort.
December 22, 2025 at 8:00 PM
📣 Location update!

Join us at the Revival City Winter Event this Saturday, December 20th, starting at 11am, at 2618 S Sixth Avenue
December 19, 2025 at 8:17 PM
We want to share this wonderful resource here in our community for single-parent families battling cancer. See more information on The Singletons below!
December 16, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Happy Hanukkah! This Hanukkah, we celebrate the light that shines brightest when we come together. Thank you for being part of our mission and our community ✨ #hanukkah2025
December 15, 2025 at 8:34 PM
OPCS wants to hear from you! This short, anonymous survey will help us better understand our community’s awareness & experiences with homelessness & efforts to address it locally. Results will guide our outreach & engagement strategies to best meet the needs in Tucson. www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZNQTMNS
December 9, 2025 at 5:23 PM
📰 OPCS in the news! Our CEO, Tom Litwicki, shares the important work OPCS is doing and provides a perspective on evidence-based approaches to solving homelessness. Read the full story below!
Why Housing First works: An interview with Old Pueblo Community Services chief
A conversation with Old Pueblo Community Services CEO Tom Litwicki
www.tucsonsentinel.com
December 8, 2025 at 8:37 PM
We're on a mission to end homelessness — join us! Federal funding cuts make it harder to provide housing & shelter services. With your help, we can continue to support those like Edward. Make an impact through 12/31. Your gift qualifies for AZ Charitable Tax Credit (QCO #20380). Give: bit.ly/33oVm6h
December 8, 2025 at 6:16 PM
❄️ As temps drop, our need for warm clothing rises! Donate new & gently-used winter clothing for men & women. Items will be distributed to our unhoused neighbors by our outreach team, as well as our shelter & transitional housing programs.

📍 Drop-off: M - F, 9 - 4
📍 Location: OPCS - 2323 S Park Ave
December 5, 2025 at 10:16 PM
November in a Nutshell! 🍂

✅ We welcomed Supervisor Allen & Pima County District 3 staff for a tour
✅ Received donations of hand-sewn items from St. Rita in the Desert
✅ Received donations of toys & clothing from our partners at the Ott Y Women’s Club
✅ Celebrated Thanksgiving at Casa Amparo shelter
December 5, 2025 at 9:05 PM
Time is running out to impact unsheltered homelessness! When funding falls short, your generosity fills the gap. This year you’ve helped us serve 3k+ people, provide 52k+ bed-nights, open Pima County's largest low-barrier congregate shelter & expand addiction treatment. Donate: bit.ly/33oVm6h
December 2, 2025 at 9:50 PM