Desc (downtown Emergency Service Center)

Downtown Emergency Service Center (DESC) is a non-profit organization based in Seattle, Washington, dedicated to providing comprehensive services to homeless and vulnerable populations. They offer emergency shelter, supportive housing, mental health and addiction treatment, and employment services. DESC generates revenue through government grants, private donations, and partnerships with local agencies. Founded in 1979, DESC has been pivotal in pioneering the Housing First approach, which prioritizes providing permanent housing to those in need without preconditions.

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