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Sep 6, 2020 · Straughan, who has been the president of the Homeless Alliance since its inception in 2004, got the idea over a lunch one day to create the largest coalition of organizations and local government resources to help those experiencing homelessness in Oklahoma City.
Mar 14, 2024 · Now after two decades leading the Homeless Alliance as executive director, Straughan will retire in April. Meghan Mueller will become president and CEO of the Homeless Alliance when Straughan retires. After taking some time off, he said he may come back to help the organization raise money.
Apr 5, 2024 · OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. - When the Homeless Alliance opened its doors 20 years ago, it had one employee. His name was Dan Straughan. Today they have more than 100 employees and have helped...
Mar 14, 2024 · “We have eight overnight homeless shelters in Oklahoma City, and the directors of all eight of them get together here at West town once a month for lunch,” said Straughan. “And, we have literally been doing that for 20 years.
Jun 10, 2024 · Continuing to take on groundbreaking projects throughout his career, Dan oversaw the establishment of the first permanent winter shelter in Oklahoma City which opened in October of 2023. By March, it served 3,535 unduplicated clients and provided 43,702 bed nights.
Sep 8, 2023 · Straughan said 8% of people experiencing homelessness in Oklahoma City are veterans. Alecia Teacher with the Oklahoma City VA adds, it's crucial for homeless vets to be able to access...
The Homeless Alliance is a 501(c)3 nonprofit in Oklahoma City. The organization works to build the capacity of the community through collaboration, has several housing programs, publishes the Curbside Chronicle and operates the WestTown Homeless Resource Campus which includes the OKC Day Shelter.
