Are You A Landlord Or Property Manger?
Food on Foot’s Jobs & Housing Program helps individuals transition from homelessness into stable employment and long-term housing. We partner with landlords and property managers throughout Los Angeles who are open to working with responsible, supported tenants backed by a structured, accountable program.
Our participants have steady employment, a certified and sustainable budget, consistent support, and direct financial backing from our organization.
Why Partner With Us?
Thoroughly Vetted Tenants
Participants are carefully screened before entering housing. They must:
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Be employed full-time
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Demonstrate consistent and stable income
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Be sober (we drug test before the housing stage)
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Meet strict program eligibility requirements
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Commit to weekly program engagement and accountability
We invest months preparing each participant for long-term housing success—because their success is our investment, too.
Guaranteed Move-In & Rental Support
Food on Foot provides:
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Any move-in costs (first month’s rent, last month’s rent, deposit, etc.)
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Security deposit (up to the legal maximum, including a double deposit if required)
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$1,300 per month in rental assistance for the first four to six months
This financial guarantee significantly reduces your risk and provides stability while the tenant establishes themselves.
Furnishing Support for Stability
We provide a one-time $1,200 furnishing allowance for essential household items. A functional, minimally furnished home reduces stress and supports on-time rent payments.
Certified Budget & Savings Requirement
Before moving in, each participant works closely with a Resource Coach to create a written, certified budget that accounts for rent, utilities, transportation, food, and other essential expenses. The plan also outlines a clear monthly savings goal based on their income to ensure long-term stability beyond our financial support.
Participants are required to save at least $5,000 while in the program to build a financial cushion and prevent a return to homelessness.
Ongoing Support & Accountability
Each tenant is paired with:
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A professional Resource Coach
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A trained volunteer FRIEND Mentor
Participants must maintain employment, follow all lease terms, and remain engaged in weekly program activities to continue receiving assistance. Our team remains available as a direct point of contact and will collaborate promptly if any concerns arise.
Proven Stability
Our structured model—employment, budgeting, savings requirements, rental guarantees, and consistent accountability—creates a strong foundation for long-term housing success. Because we invest heavily in preparation and ongoing support, our participants are often more stable and reliable than applicants with similar rental histories.
We don’t offer a handout—we offer a hand up, backed by structure, accountability, and financial partnership.
Interested in Partnering?
We are actively building relationships with property managers and landlords who want dependable tenants and a strong organizational partner.
If you are interested in working with Food on Foot and our members, please fill out the brief survey below. Our team will follow up to discuss partnership opportunities and answer any questions.
We look forward to working together to create stable, successful tenancies for everyone involved.