Media Coverage

Welcome to our media coverage page! Here, you’ll find a collection of articles, interviews, and news stories showcasing the positive impact that Threshold has made in assisting property owners and operators in the fight against homelessness. Our efforts have been recognized by various media outlets for fostering community growth, providing stable housing solutions, and creating a supportive environment for both landlords and tenants. Explore these features to see how we’re making a difference and transforming lives.

Our most recent news coverages are listed below by date. Click the title of the article to view the content. (A new window will pop up.)

Valley Focus: 11-07-2024

KDUS AM 1060 – Nov. 7, 2024

In this episode of Valley Focus, host Kayla Mortellaro sits down with Mike Shore, CEO of HOM, Inc. The two discuss the current homeless crisis in Maricopa County and the impact Threshold has made in the past two years.

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A proven path to ending homelessness in Maricopa County

Queen Creek Sun Times – Nov. 6, 2024

Homelessness is solvable. In fact, change is already happening in the Valley—proof that homelessness isn’t an unsolvable problem but a challenge we have the power to overcome. (This same article also appeared in the City Sun Times.)

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Petersen: A proven path to ending homelessness in Maricopa County

Daily Independent – Nov. 3, 2024

HOM, Inc. President and CEO Brian Petersen’s op-ed about the current state of homelessness in Arizona. Brian says Maricopa County has a clear answer to homelessness. The framework is already in place, with strong partnerships and results to back it up. (This same article also appears in city editions for Glendale, Sun City, Fountain Hills, Scottsdale, Anthem, and Queen Creek.)

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Fighting Homelessness Across Maricopa County

AZFamily | 3TV & CBS 5 News – Nov. 1, 2024

Threshold partners with property owners to increase access to housing. Mike Shore, CEO of HOM, Inc., sits down for an in-studio interview where he discusses the success of Threshold, Arizona’s first centralized landlord engagement program.

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Maricopa County landlord incentive program connects over 1,000 people to housing

AZ Central – Aug. 30, 2023

This article on AZ Central covers Threshold’s first year in action. Announced in May 2022, Threshold provides incentives for landlords to rent to people who experienced homelessness. The program has helped nearly 450 new property owners enter the housing voucher system, also making 1,000 properties available, according to a statement from Maricopa County.

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1,250 previously homeless individuals now have permanent housing

Maricopa County – Aug. 29, 2023

Maricopa County Human Services Department – the founding funder of Threshold – has released news about the unanimous approval by the Board of Supervisors to extend Threshold through 2025. “We have seen rent prices skyrocket over the past two years, making it quite difficult for many people to afford rent – let alone those working to take the steps from homelessness into housing,” said District 4 Chairman Clint Hickman. “We applaud these property owners and managers for putting people first and collaborating with us toward solutions that change lives and strengthen our community.”

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Threshold: Landlord Engagement Expands Housing Options for People Exiting Homelessness

Maricopa County – May 9, 2023

The Maricopa County Human Services Department has released an overview analysis of Threshold’s impact in our community. Chiefly, Threshold is aimed at increasing housing opportunities for people facing homelessness and housing instability. Property owners and managers who participate in the program receive technical support, financial incentives, rent, and other guarantees that eliminate financial risks for renting to individuals and families that are reestablishing their income sources and rental history as they exit homelessness. Moreover, the ultimate goal of Threshold is to help individuals experiencing homelessness transition to stable and long-term housing, which is key to improving their overall well-being and quality of life.

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Threshold Highlighted in ‘Promising Housing Practices in Arizona’

Stark Report – March 15, 2023

In a comprehensive report covering innovative housing solutions throughout Arizona, Threshold’s distinctive model of partnership, centralization, and financial resources is highlighted as an effective solution supporting landlords with existing units. The report lays out the local housing crisis with the intent of naming specific solutions that are in practice and working throughout the state, focusing on solutions, “using new housing policies, practices, and partnerships that show promise for increasing housing supply.”

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Threshold enlists Maricopa County landlords to help solve homelessness

Big AZ Media – June 27, 2022

Threshold was launched June 1 at a news conference at the Arizona Multihousing Association. County Board of Supervisors Chairman Bill Gates called the collaboration with HOM, Inc. unique because it brings property owners into the conversation, providing incentives to house low-income families and people experiencing homelessness. The initiative is appealingbecause it invites property owners to be part of the solution.

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Valley Focus 06-26-2022

KDUS AM 1060 – June 26, 2022

In this episode of Valley Focus, host Kayla Mortellaro sits down with Daniel Davis, the director of landlord relations for HOM, Inc., and administrator of Threshold. (The interview begins at the 26:50 mark and lasts for about 20 minutes.) The two discuss affordable housing opportunities in the Phoenix area. In particular, they discuss the creation of Threshold, why it’s needed, and how it works.

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Landlords asked to help solve homelessness through new Maricopa County initiative

Phoenix Business Journal – June 26, 2022

In an effort to combat homelessness, Maricopa County is funding a new network of resources that helps property managers provide more people with affordable housing. Threshold was launched June 1, 2022, at a news conference at the Arizona Multihousing Association in downtown Phoenix. The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors is funding Threshold through federal Covid-19 relief funds and general funds.

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An entry way to building healthy, strong, and safe communities

Arizona Multihousing Association – June 20, 2022

Threshold launched June 1, 2022, at the Arizona Multihousing Association office in Phoenix. Threshold offers financial incentives, a dedicated owner support team, easy-to-use software that helps facilitate leasing properties, and the financial and technical support to keep property valuable and in good repair – allowing owners and managers to provide safe and stable homes for the community.

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Arizona’s low-income renters have little chance of finding a home. Here’s why

Arizona Republic – June 8, 2022

This article on AZ Central discusses how Arizona’s housing shortage and rapidly rising rents are hurting people with the lowest incomes the most, forcing a growing number of struggling tenants out of their homes. For example, in metro Phoenix, which is among the top 10 metro areas facing the most severe affordable housing shortages, only 20 rentals are available for every 100 extremely low-income renters, according to the latest annual survey by the nonprofit National Low Income Housing Coalition. The Phoenix area led the U.S. for rent increases with a 30% jump last year, and rents could climb another 20% this year.

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Maricopa County trying a new approach to solve homelessness

Axios Phoenix – June 8, 2022

Maricopa County launched a new program last week to offer incentives to landlords who accept housing vouchers from people experiencing homelessness. Why it matters: More than 600 people in Maricopa County who are currently experiencing homelessness have a voucher that would pay for their rent, but they can’t find a place to use it.

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Threshold: Housing Help for People Transitioning Out of Homelessness

Maricopa County – June 8, 2022