Safe Ground Sacramento

Safe Ground Sacramento We advocate for decriminalization of homelessness and establishing Safe Ground Communities where homeless people can reside until they find housing

Safe Ground Sacramento was founded in December 2008 by homeless leaders of Sacramento’s 2008-2009 Tent City encampment located along the American River near downtown Sacramento. We have been incorporated as a 501(c)3 since January 2010. We focus on homeless individuals who are left outdoors, without shelter or proper sanitation when all the shelters and affordable housing programs are at maximum capacity, a normal condition in Sacramento. At the same time as having insufficient shelter and programs to help people become housed, in Sacramento it is against the law to "Camp", ultimately defined as "living outdoors". We envision communities that, rather than treating homelessness as a crime, embrace the dignity of each person, and provide a way out of homelessness, through inexpensive, alternative housing, such as small cabins, tents, or other innovative approaches, all with keeping the homeless residents at the heart of daily operations of their intentional communities. Along the lines of "dignity" and "respect" for those experiencing homelessness, we strive to bring an end to laws that punish people for the status of being unsheltered or for living in extreme poverty.

09/10/2026
Safe Ground is an event sponsor!
08/14/2026

Safe Ground is an event sponsor!

07/31/2026

Cooling center for the community! With extreme temperatures expected this week, First Step Communities will open our Cooling Center to help keep our neighbors safe.

đź—“ Open Wednesday, July 29- Sunday, August 2

Everyone deserves a safe place to escape the heat. We believe caring for one another is what makes our community stronger, and we’re committed to providing a welcoming space for those who need relief.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post and/or flyer. Together, we can help ensure no one has to face dangerous heat alone.

Stay safe, stay hydrated, and take care of one another. ❤️

06/24/2026

Elected and City officials gathered yesterday in Sacramento’s River District to celebrate the opening of a new Safe Camping site that will serve approximately 100 people experiencing homelessness, expanding the City’s shelter and service options. Located at 291 Sequoia Pacific Blvd., the site pr...

https://www.kcra.com/article/new-safe-camping-site-sacramento-river-district-tent-spaces/71681610?utm_campaign=snd-autop...
06/23/2026

https://www.kcra.com/article/new-safe-camping-site-sacramento-river-district-tent-spaces/71681610?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot&fbclid=IwdGRjcASnuuZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeUgfhPX3Mw-q8emH83XFmwPkLb05OxUVZIKQPM4xIsSXG5ht0P3hqAdzd-cc_aem_ARcRr7r_mErWC5_AKpvgVQ

A new Safe Camping site in Sacramento’s River District is set to open on Wednesday, creating space for up to 100 tents as city leaders continue efforts to address homelessness. City leaders said the site is designed to provide immediate shelter while helping people transition into permanent housin...

Mark and Cat receiving SHA’s Unhoused Justice Advocate of the Year Award. Photo of Safe Ground residents at the table wi...
05/08/2026

Mark and Cat receiving SHA’s Unhoused Justice Advocate of the Year Award. Photo of Safe Ground residents at the table with Mark.

Please donate to Safe Ground fir Big Day of Giving before midnight tonight!

https://www.bigdayofgiving.org/organization/safeground

Mark and Cat getting the Unhoused Justice Advocate of the Year awards at SHA event. Photo of Safe Ground residents at ta...
05/08/2026

Mark and Cat getting the Unhoused Justice Advocate of the Year awards at SHA event. Photo of Safe Ground residents at table with Mark.

Support Safe Ground’s Big Day of Giving campaign before midnight, May 7th

https://www.bigdayofgiving.org/organization/safeground

At the Sac Housing Alliance Awards celebration, Safe Ground Board Members Cathleen Williams and Mark Merin received the ...
05/08/2026

At the Sac Housing Alliance Awards celebration, Safe Ground Board Members Cathleen Williams and Mark Merin received the Unhoused Justice Advocate of the Year Award! I wish I took a video of their speeches but at least We have a photo of them with their awards

Please donate to our Big Day of Giving Campaign before midnight! https://www.bigdayofgiving.org/organization/safeground

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