John Alle, a business owner in Santa Monica, has launched a program offering one-way plane tickets to help homeless individuals in Los Angeles reunite with their families. The initiative, which Alle believes is more effective than temporary housing, requires participants to have an ID and someone to meet them at their destination airport.
Alle, frustrated with the current system’s lack of accountability, argues that reconnecting homeless individuals with their loved ones can provide them with better support and services. He states, “We just need to know where you’re going, and that there will be someone there to help you when you get there.” According to Alle, the program targets those who have recently become homeless, aiming to assist them before they face long-term homelessness or other challenges.
The flights are funded by Alle and donors from the Santa Monica Coalition. In the first week, two individuals from Venice expressed interest in returning to Seattle. Alle believes that this approach is not only more cost-effective but also offers a more sustainable solution than temporary housing options.
Anyone interested in the program can contact 213-652-7463. Alle hopes that by acting swiftly, the program can offer hope and a fresh start to those in need.
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