Latest Newsletter
June 2026
We are a non-profit, community-based organization assisting those experiencing homelessness in Folsom toward self-sufficiency and lasting independence. Your support creates a brighter future for our community.
Thank you for your vote!
While awards have never been the goal, this nomination is a meaningful opportunity to shine a brighter light on the work happening here in our community to reduce homelessness. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made together - and even more motivated to keep showing up with compassion, consistency, and hope. It would be an honor to receive your vote. Every vote helps raise awareness and strengthens the community support that makes our mission possible.
BDOG Fiesta Recap
We cannot be more thrilled to tell you that our Big Day of Giving Fiesta drive was a fabulous success! More than 100 donors contributed over $47,000! The dessert raffle was such a hit contributing over $16,000 with the highest dessert coming in at $2,000 - outrageously generous! Our sponsors contributed over $7,600 and our guests and ticket sales exceeded $9,700. We are so grateful for all the support given to help build housing for our unhoused students, and we look forward to celebrating with you in the fall at the grand opening.
Folsom Pro Rodeo is Approaching!
It's our chance once again to support our city and earn funds for our housing program and winter shelter. The rodeo is July 2, 3 and 4 - Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Please come spend an evening with us (4:15-appriximately 9:00) assisting Rodeo guests at the Upper Entry Gate. We need 10 volunteers each night. The job involves standing, primarily in shade. We're provided lots of cold water and a dinner break. You'll get to watch a bit of the rodeo, and feel free to stay and watch the fireworks.There is a lot more information on our site - job, t-shirt, parking, etc. We'll provide more information as the date gets closer. Feel free to contact Bev Siess with any questions (Cyclingirl@att.net or 530-306-6484) We look forward to seeing you at the rodeo - thank you!
Welcome Our New Team Members:
Janna LePage
Home is where our heart lives, thrives, and belongs, and Janna believes in being rooted in community. A NorCal native raised in Roseville, she has lived in Folsom with her husband, Lynn, for many years. For over nine years, Janna and Lynn have served with Folsom HART's Winter Shelter, complementing Janna's work as a nurse case manager, community health nurse, and clinical instructor at Sacramento State and UC Davis. She is especially drawn to efforts that support housing and help people restart their lives.
A graduate of San Francisco State and Sacramento State, Janna has built her life and career around community-centered work. She and Lynn enjoy an active life in Folsom, spending time with their three grown sons, their wives, and their border collie, Lily. Janna is honored to serve as HART's Program Manager of Housing at East Bidwell Suites.
Amira Cesar
Amira earned her Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling and Bachelor of Science in Criminology with an emphasis in Victim Services from California State University, Fresno. Her professional background includes service coordination for seniors in HUD PRAC 202 housing and case management for the Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP), where she helped individuals access resources and navigate supportive services. Read More
Community Student Village
Hats off to the construction team for keeping the Community Student Village building project moving forward! HART's professional team is stepping up together after more delays due to rain. The team's cooperation, commitment, and competence are steadfast.
Many thanks to:
Mark Carey, Project Manager, MC Engineering
Julia Asbenson, Engineer, MC Engineering
Dean Ercolini, Foothill Plumbing
Kirk Choate, Indian Electric
Oak Hills Church Liaison, Ben Word