GLIDE Foundation

GLIDE Foundation, also known as GLIDE, is a US-based nonprofit organization. It is a nationally recognized center for social justice, dedicated to combating systemic injustices and creating pathways out of poverty and crisis, with the mission of transforming lives[1][3].

Mission and Values

GLIDE's mission is to create a radically inclusive, just, and loving community that mobilizes to alleviate suffering and break cycles of poverty and marginalization. Core values include empowerment, recovery, and personal transformation, which are rooted in its origins as a spiritual movement[1].

Programs and Services

GLIDE offers a wide range of programs focusing on the most vulnerable populations, including women, people of color, children, and individuals with complex needs. Key services include:

• Free Meals Program: Provides three nutritious meals a day to individuals facing food insecurity.
• Crisis Intervention: Offers assistance through the GLIDE Walk-In Center for immediate needs such as shelter and hygiene.
• Childcare and Family Services: Includes licensed childcare, afterschool programs, and family resource centers.
• Health Services: Offers HIV/Hep-C testing, overdose prevention training, and links to substance use treatment.
• Legal Services: Provides free legal advice and referrals in partnership with civil rights organizations[2][5].

Leadership and Governance

GLIDE is led by a diverse team of executives with backgrounds in non-profit, education, business, and more. The organization prioritizes inclusive board recruitment and has implemented policies for race equity within its governance practices[3][5].

Advocacy and Impact

GLIDE actively engages in advocacy initiatives to address pressing societal issues such as poverty, housing, homelessness, and racial and social justice. It works to influence policy solutions and secure investments to combat inequity[1][4].

[1] https://www.cooksilverman.com/glide [2] https://www.glide.org/programs/ [3] https://www.glide.org/about/ [4] https://www.glide.org [5] https://www.guidestar.org/profile/94-1156481