Interfaith Sanctuary is preparing to begin the remodel of its new facility at 4308 W State Street, which will be serving the Treasure Valley community. Interfaith is a non-profit organization supporting the unhoused in Idaho.
The remodel will transform the former Salvation Army building into a new Interfaith facility capable of supporting 205 members of the community. The project is set to cost an estimated $15 million.
Currently, Interfaith has raised around $9.2 million for the development, though many of these donations are in the form of commitment letters from donations, foundations, and grants. Interfaith has about $3 million in cash in its construction account.
While the project is underway, existing facilities and emergency shelters in the area are housing the 250 people who depend on Interfaith Sanctuary.
Jodi Peterson, the Executive Director of Interfaith Sanctuary, says she expects construction to begin in the next month or two since they have passed the $5 million threshold.
The new location will be able to house 205 of the 250 people Interfaith serves, but Peterson says the city of Boise will be coming out with supportive housing for families in November 2024 which will expand access to this support.
We will be working diligently to be sure all in need are served without being discharged to the streets," continues Peterson.
More information on the Interfaith Sanctuary is available on its website at InterfaithSanctuary.org.
