First Beds Initiative

Fund the first safe beds.

Mainstay’s first campaign is focused on a clear launch: control a small multifamily property, make it safe, furnish rooms, activate referral partners, and report every step.

$35

Hygiene and restock support.

$100

Bedding and room basics.

$750

Room setup support.

$10K+

First-property launch partner conversation.

Launch math

The first property must prove the model.

Mainstay’s first-property story must be simple enough for a donor and disciplined enough for a funder.

A
Acquire or control

Property lead, inspection, budget, and control path.

B
Rehab and safety

Locks, lighting, beds, code basics, accessibility, and room readiness.

C
Referral activation

Veteran-service and community partner coordination.

D
Document and repeat

Report costs, capacity, occupancy, lessons, and next property readiness.