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SoCal Matters
Homelessness Nonprofits Struggle as Government Payments Lag
Season 2024
Episode 229
Nonprofits providing critical homeless services in California face long waits for government payments, causing severe financial strain. Many organizations have resorted to taking high-interest loans, scaling back services, and even turning down new projects despite rising homelessness. Efforts by officials, including Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, aim to mitigate delays, but challenges persist.
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