Despite a relatively solid financial footing for a nonprofit serving the poor, the organization that operates Ozanam Inn didn’t own the building where its shelter was located. Instead, it had occupied it rent-free because of its close relationship with the St. Vincent de Paul Society. In addition to the Ozanam Inn building, it sold its premises at 2601 Canal St. this summer for $415,000 to the Blood Center, which is located next door. Indeed, there may be a silver lining for Ozanam Inn, if an alternative home is found before they are forced to leave Camp Street. Stacy Koch, who is on the Ozanam Inn board, said they have been talking to the city about initiatives that would provide a more permanent answer for the city's homeless.

Source: The Local November 19, 2019 12:32 UTC