Programs and results
What we aim to solve
We’re more than a local food pantry. HCFS is here to help Kendall County citizens first survive a crisis and then learn to thrive in the community. CRISIS: A crisis can happen at any time: the diagnosis of a life-threatening illness, the loss of a job, the end of a relationship, an automobile accident leaving a family without transportation, the loss of affordable childcare, substance abuse, mental illness or a sick child.
Our programs
What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?
CRISIS Assistance Program
After an initial application and screening for HCFS services is received, clients are given an appointment to meet with an HCFS Case Manager in order to receive a comprehensive evaluation of their crisis. A client is provided access to the Corner Cupboard, self-selection food pantry. Fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy products, lean meats, artisan breads are available. Based on availability, we can assist with basic household items from the HCFS secondhand retail store Random Hangers & Warehouse. Financial Assistance is available to assist with housing, utilities and unmet medical needs.
Volunteer Program
In collaboration with the City of Boerne Emergency Operation Center and the Emergency Response Matrix, HCFS identifies and coordinates opportunities for nonprofit, faith based and civic volunteers to be trained to support the community in times of natural disaster.
Where we work
Awards
Nutrition Partner of the Year 2018
San Antonio Food Bank
Nonprofit of the Year 2020
Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce
Nonprofit of the Year 2015
Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce
Best Multi-Service Agency of the Year 2017
San Antonio Food Bank
Best Multi-Service Agency of the Year 2016
San Antonio Food Bank
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Our results
How does this organization measure their results? It's a hard question but an important one.
Decrease Stress using Perceived Stress Scale
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Age groups, Family relationships, Ethnic and racial groups, Social and economic status, Work status and occupations
Type of Metric
Context - describing the issue we work on
Direction of Success
Holding steady
Context Notes
85% of clients experienced decreased stress as a result of financial assistance and intervention.
Move client from in-crisis to empowered using Life Works Self Sufficiency Matrix
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Age groups, Ethnic and racial groups, Family relationships, Social and economic status, Work status and occupations
Type of Metric
Context - describing the issue we work on
Direction of Success
Increasing
Completion of goals using SMART Goals
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Age groups, Ethnic and racial groups, Family relationships, Social and economic status, Work status and occupations
Type of Metric
Outcome - describing the effects on people or issues
Direction of Success
Increasing
Number of clients who report adequate participation in their own treatment
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Age groups, Ethnic and racial groups, Social and economic status, Work status and occupations, Family relationships
Type of Metric
Context - describing the issue we work on
Direction of Success
Increasing
Number of clients participating in educational programs
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Age groups, Ethnic and racial groups, Family relationships, Social and economic status, Work status and occupations
Type of Metric
Outcome - describing the effects on people or issues
Direction of Success
Increasing
Number of clients for whom the transition plan is fully implemented (including receipt of all services as planned)
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Age groups, Ethnic and racial groups, Family relationships, Social and economic status
Type of Metric
Outcome - describing the effects on people or issues
Direction of Success
Increasing
Our Sustainable Development Goals
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Goals & Strategy
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Charting impact
Four powerful questions that require reflection about what really matters - results.
What is the organization aiming to accomplish?
The goal of HCFS is to help every individual and their family successfully overcome a crisis. Our goal is for 60% of our clients to return to a state of self-sufficiency after a life altering crisis within 12 months; 75% of our clients to return to a state of self-sufficiency after a life altering crisis within 24 months and 100% of our clients to return to a state of self-sufficiency after a life altering crisis within 36 months. Our goal is to provide supplemental healthy groceries for 100% of our clients . Our goals is to reduce the level of stress for our clients by 50% within the first 3 months and 75% within one year. Our goal is for 100% of our clients to set their own goals for success using SMART Goals. Our goal is for 80% of our clients to move from in-crisis to empowered within 12 months using the Life Works Self Sufficiency Matrix.
What are the organization's key strategies for making this happen?
FIRST, WE NOURISH AND CLOTHE OUR NEIGHBORS. After an initial application for HCFS services is received, a client is provided access to the Corner Cupboard, self-selection food pantry.
SECOND, WE LISTEN Clients are given an appointment to meet with an HCFS Case Manager in order to receive a comprehensive evaluation of their crisis. At the time of the appointment, next steps, actions, plans and goals are developed with the end in mind. Both clients and case managers commit together to work through the crisis toward sustainability.
THIRD, WE IDENTIFY BARRIERS Many barriers exist for clients. Case managers work with clients to help identify the barriers which prevent them from working through the crisis. Once identified, both case manager and client can create a plan to overcome or circumvent these challenges.
FOURTH, WE PLAN Both clients and case managers commit together to work through the crisis toward sustainability. The individualized plans may require more time and resources than others. Some clients work with case managers longer than others. The most important factor is that the client reaches a point of sustainability and no longer needs the emergent services of HCFS.
FIFTH, WE MOVE FORWARD
Clients set their own goals and we guide them to move forward with as many tools as possible. HCFS offers a variety of Life Skills Classes to help with barriers they may be facing including ESL, financial literacy and budgeting, motivation just to name a few.
SIXTH, We Re-Evaluate
We reassess quarterly to see if the solutions are working or not. We readjust as many times as necessary to help clients on their path toward sustainability.
SEVENTH, We Release
A crisis does not last a lifetime. We work carefully with our clients to ensure they are planning for their future after their crisis. Once they reach a place of sustainability, we close their file. We’re always available just in case something catastrophic happens again in their lifetime. Our hope is that they have gained strong stills working with HCFS and can navigate crisis in the future with a new lens.
What are the organization's capabilities for doing this?
Our staff is uniquely trained and qualified to work closely with clients in crisis. We used standardized tools to ensure quality evaluations and measurements. We have an internal self-selection grocery store and resale shop which provides for the basic needs of each client and their family, Our case management team works very closely with each client to help them overcome their crisis. We provide education and resources and help them set
What have they accomplished so far and what's next?
We've served more than 3,000 clients. Our goal is to continue to serve and to move 60% of our clients to self sufficiency in 2020.
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Board of directorsas of 11/15/2021
Mr. Burt Grabo
Burt Grabo
Retired (Nuclear Power Industry)
Ron Fielding
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Burnie Miller
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CEO oversight
Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? Yes -
Ethics and transparency
Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Yes -
Board composition
Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes -
Board performance
Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? No
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Equity strategies
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- We employ non-traditional ways of gathering feedback on programs and trainings, which may include interviews, roundtables, and external reviews with/by community stakeholders.
- We have long-term strategic plans and measurable goals for creating a culture such that one’s race identity has no influence on how they fare within the organization.
- We seek individuals from various race backgrounds for board and executive director/CEO positions within our organization.
- We have community representation at the board level, either on the board itself or through a community advisory board.
- We help senior leadership understand how to be inclusive leaders with learning approaches that emphasize reflection, iteration, and adaptability.
- We engage everyone, from the board to staff levels of the organization, in race equity work and ensure that individuals understand their roles in creating culture such that one’s race identity has no influence on how they fare within the organization.