Based on the agency's commitment in leading efforts to end chronic homelessness, the County of Marin selected Ritter Center to implement the community's inaugural Housing First program. The Marin Community Foundation then matched the County's committment to Ritter Center's Housing First program. This effort will support housing for 20-24 chronically homeless clients in scattered site apartments around the county.

The Art for Housing in Marin Gala Auction raises awareness of the increased pressures faced by homeless and low-income families here in Marin during this unprecedented economic downturn. The Art for Housing in Marin Gala Auction took place on Saturday, May 12th, 2012 at the Mill Valley Community Center. Michael Pritchard, comedian, motivational speaker, and philanthropist, served as MC and auctioneer for the event. Thanks so much to all the sponors, volunteers, artists, donors and guests that made the Gala such an amazing success!