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Mission

PathForward’s mission is to transform lives by delivering housing solutions and pathways to stability.

Vision

PathForward’s vision is an inclusive and equitable community where all neighbors live stable, secure, and independent lives free from the threat of homelessness.

Values

Community – Community is… building and fostering an open, inviting, inclusive neighborhood of shared responsibility.

Dignity – Dignity is… the belief that everyone has inherent rights and qualities of self-worth and respect. Impact – Impact is… profoundly and positively transforming the lives of those we serve.

Partnership – Partnership is… the active commitment to work with other organizations and individuals in the community to transform the lives of those most vulnerable.

Stability – Stability is… meeting basic human needs and achieving independence.

History

the 1980s, A-SPAN was borne out of Lora Rinker’s passion for ending homelessness and hunger. Two nights per week, Laura and friends prepared and served meals to Arlington’s most vulnerable. This initial act of empathy and kindness led to the formation of A-SPAN in 1992, and the organization has grown significantly to become an innovative, industry-leading organization with a full continuum of compassionate care to meet the needs of homeless adults, many of whom are veterans.