What is The Shade Tree?
The Shade Tree operates as Southern Nevada's premier 24-hour emergency shelter, specifically designed to support women and children navigating domestic violence and human trafficking. Since its inception in 1989, the organization has scaled its operations to provide 364 permanent beds, facilitating over 100,000 nights of shelter and 165,000 meals annually. Beyond basic housing, the facility functions as a comprehensive service hub, offering workforce readiness training, life skills development, and health services. Its market position is defined by its unique ability to provide immediate, high-volume crisis intervention, serving an average of 15 new families daily and supporting over 6,000 individuals each year.
How much funding has The Shade Tree raised?
The Shade Tree has raised a total of $685K across 2 funding rounds:
Debt
$350K
Debt
$335K
Debt (2020): $350K with participation from PPP
Debt (2021): $335K led by PPP
Key Investors in The Shade Tree
PPP
Public-Private Partnership
What's next for The Shade Tree?
Looking ahead, the deployment of this recent capital will likely focus on optimizing facility throughput and expanding the reach of its specialized support programs. As the organization navigates the complexities of social service delivery, the strategic allocation of these funds will be pivotal in enhancing workforce development initiatives and housing assistance programs. By prioritizing long-term sustainability and operational efficiency, The Shade Tree is positioned to deepen its impact, ensuring that its infrastructure remains resilient against the evolving demands of the community it serves. Future growth will likely center on scaling these high-touch services to meet the increasing regional need for crisis-responsive social care.
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