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Pathlight HOME is ending homelessness in Central Florida through housing, supportive services, and employment assistance. Starting a Facebook fundraiser?
Search for Grand Avenue Economic Community (GAEC) as the charitable organization. Pathlight HOME changes the lives of homeless and low income Floridians by providing affordable housing and economic opportunities. Now in our 25th year, we are Central Florida’s first and largest provider of permanent supportive housing for homeless men, women and families. Originally incorporated as Grand Avenue Economic Development Corporation, we have helped more than 5,000 of our homeless neighbors through our “housing first” philosophy. Today, more than 600 residents receive safe, dignified housing and the supportive services of a team of social workers to help them stay housed. Pathlight HOME also operates two social enterprises, Pathlight Kitchen and Sobik’s Café. These enterprises create an opportunity for low-income community members to learn culinary skill sets, enabling them to overcome barriers to employment and earn higher wages.
Join us for A Place at the Table on November 5 for an evening of connection, celebration, great food, and community—all supporting Pathlight HOME’s mission to end homelessness in Central Florida. 💜
🎟️ Tickets are $100
📅 November 5, 2026 | 6–9 PM
📍 Crowne Plaza Orlando-Downtown
Come be part of something bigger. We’ll see you at the table!
👉 Get your tickets: bit.ly/APATT2026
09/28/2026
💜 MISSION MONDAY: HOW YOU CAN HELP
Ending homelessness takes more than housing—it takes a community.
There are so many ways you can be part of the mission:
🏠 Support housing
🧴 Donate needed items
🤝 Volunteer your time
💼 Get your business involved
📣 Spread the word
Every action, big or small, helps create opportunities, build stability, and give our neighbors a path forward.
Together, we can help end homelessness in Central Florida. 💜
What will your part be?
09/25/2026
What role should businesses play in ending homelessness? 🏠💼
In the latest episode of Pathlight's HOME Team Podcast, Carl and Danny explore how businesses can make an impact through inclusive hiring, workforce development, affordable housing, philanthropy, and community partnerships.
They also talk football 🏈, innovative housing solutions, listener questions, businesses giving back, and why ending homelessness takes everyone getting involved.
🎧 Tune in to the latest episode of Pathlight's HOME Team Podcast!
💜 Listen or watch now wherever you get your podcasts.
👩🍳 Meet Chef Britnie Lia!
We’re excited to welcome Chef Britnie Lia as a special guest at A Place at the Table! From 20+ years in hospitality to competing on the Food Network, she brings a passion for food, leadership, and community.
Join us November 5! 💜
🎟️ Get your tickets: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/pathlighthome/event/aplaceatthetable2026/
09/22/2026
👩🍳 Meet Chef Britnie Lia!
We’re excited to welcome Chef Britnie Lia as a special guest speaker at A Place at the Table! 💜
With 20+ years in hospitality, Britnie brings a passion for food, leadership, people, and creating memorable experiences.
And you may recognize her from the Food Network’s Alex vs. America, where she competed in a high-energy brunch battle against Iron Chef Alex Guarnaschelli!
Join us November 5 for an evening of great food, meaningful connections, and community.
🍽️ A Place at the Table
📅 November 5 | 6–9 PM
📍 Crowne Plaza Orlando-Downtown
🎟️ Get your tickets and join us at the table! 💜
Get your tickets here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/pathlighthome/event/aplaceatthetable2026/
09/21/2026
In Episode 7 of Pathlight HOME’s HOME Team podcast, Carl Falconer and Danny Arroyo explore the true cost of living in housing—from application fees and security deposits to transportation, utilities, and unexpected expenses that can make it difficult to get housed and stay housed.
The hosts also debate whether communities should create safe outdoor spaces for people experiencing homelessness, discuss funding priorities, and share a powerful reminder that housing is about more than just paying rent.
Plus, they highlight Baltimore Ravens safety Malachi Starks’ personal connection to homelessness, answer listener questions about supporting housing stability, discuss the latest football action, and spotlight a community working to end veteran homelessness.
Tune in for another thoughtful conversation connecting football, housing, and the work of ending homelessness in Central Florida. 💜
💜 MISSION MONDAY: Meet Michael Bailey
Today, we’re honoring Michael Bailey, a U.S. veteran who continues his commitment to serving others as a Case Manager at Pathlight HOME.
After serving our country, Michael now helps individuals experiencing homelessness navigate their own path toward stability, connection, and a place to call HOME.
His journey is a powerful reminder that service doesn’t always end when the uniform comes off. Sometimes, it takes a new form—and at Pathlight HOME, Michael is helping make a difference one person at a time. 💜
Thank you, Michael, for your service to our country and our community!
09/18/2026
We were excited to welcome the Homeless Services Network of Central Florida (HSN) to Pathlight HOME for a tour of Maxwell Terrace! 💜
As the lead agency for Central Florida’s Continuum of Care, HSN plays an important role in bringing together organizations and resources across our community’s homeless services system. Their visit gave the HSN team an opportunity to see Pathlight HOME’s work firsthand, learn more about our programs and services, and connect with our staff and the people we serve.
Strong collaboration across our community is essential to creating pathways to housing, stability, and opportunity. We’re grateful for the opportunity to connect, learn from one another, and continue working together to support our community. 💜
Thank you, HSN, for spending time with the Pathlight HOME team!
09/17/2026
✨ One sponsorship opportunity has officially found its place at the table! ✨
We’re excited to share that the Centerpiece Sponsorship for A Place at the Table is no longer available. 💜
Thank you to the generous supporters who is helping make this special evening possible!
But there’s still a seat for your business or organization. Other sponsorship opportunities are still available for Pathlight HOME’s Annual Gala on November 5.
Join us as we bring our community together to celebrate the work we’ve accomplished and look ahead to a future where everyone has a place to call home.
📅 November 5 | 6–9 PM
📍 Crowne Plaza Orlando-Downtown
💜 Interested in becoming a sponsor? Go to: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/pathlighthome/event/aplaceatthetable2026/
09/15/2026
🍽️ A Place at the Table: Pathlight HOME’s Annual Gala 💜
Join us for a special evening celebrating all we’ve accomplished together this past year and looking ahead to a brighter future!
✨ Hear from honored guest Chef Britnie Lia
🍝 Enjoy a delicious Italian buffet dinner
🎟️ Win fabulous raffle prizes
🤝 Connect with community members and supporters
🏡 Celebrate the impact we’re making toward ending homelessness in Central Florida
Your support helps make a lasting difference in the lives of individuals and families in our community.
📅 November 5 | 6–9 PM
📍 Crowne Plaza Orlando-Downtown
🎫 Reserve your seat today and join us in creating a future where everyone has a place to call home!
👉 Get your tickets: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/pathlighthome/event/aplaceatthetable2026/
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3200 W Colonial Drive
Orlando, FL
32808
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| Monday | 9am - 12pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 12pm |
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| Wednesday | 9am - 12pm |
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| Thursday | 9am - 12pm |
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