Our social enterprises are a vital part of the Village model. They provide opportunities to learn and practice skills in a real-world setting, work alongside others toward a shared purpose, and earn meaningful income that builds personal self-reliance while helping sustain the community’s operations.
Besides learning a new way of life and permanent housing, The Other Side Village also operates social enterprises—businesses focused on sharing goodness and inspiring change. Through these enterprises, residents have the opportunity to take pride in experiential vocational training by supporting their own recovery and their community. These social enterprises play a key role in the ongoing success of the Village.
Provide residents with personal growth and development tailored to their abilities.
Be completely self-reliant as an organization by not relying on grants and donations.
Create a positive relationship between The Village and the surrounding community.
You’ll find a wide variety of businesses throughout The Other Side Village, each one designed to contribute to a full, functioning community and give residents the opportunity to learn new skills.
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Bakery
Commercial Kitchen and Catering Service
Food Truck Park
Bodega Store & Farmers Market
Artist Studios
We believe that enriching work is one of the best ways to find fulfillment, joy, and a renewed sense of purpose and self-worth. As residents work in the Village Enterprises, they’ll be able to develop marketable skills, improve their circumstances, increase their income, and become more self-reliant and confident.
Residents aren’t required to work in any of the Village Enterprises or work for third-party companies, but these establishments are a valuable opportunity for them to continue their positive trajectory towards a whole-person change. Residents are always paid fair wages for their work, and jobs are available for all skill levels, interests, and abilities.
Social enterprises are an essential part of our human-first focus at The Other Side Village. This work is an invaluable opportunity for residents to grow and work towards the whole-person change that will set them up for success and fulfillment for the rest of their lives. Reach out to get involved in the Village Enterprises or learn more about what we’re doing to serve our community and combat homelessness.
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