Matt Urban Center

06/19/2026

Today we say goodbye to an incredible colleague, leader, and friend, Kevin Glover.

Over the years, we have shared many of life’s ups and downs, successes and challenges, laughter and lessons. Through it all, he has remained one of the most loyal, kind, and generous people anyone could hope to know.

His light shines brightly in every room he enters. Whether working with clients or coworkers, he always has thoughtful words, a listening ear, and a genuine desire to help others succeed. His compassion, dedication, and unyielding commitment to serving our community have left an indelible mark on Matt Urban Human Services.

Throughout his time with us, he has successfully led and supported numerous programs, including Street Outreach, the Food Pantry and Clothing Closet, our Customer Service Workforce Development Program, and most recently, our Medicaid 1115 Waiver initiative. His leadership, vision, and passion have helped countless individuals and families improve their lives.

While we are saddened to see him go, we are excited for the next chapter of his journey as he begins a new adventure in Houston, Texas. We know he will bring the same heart, dedication, and excellence that he shared with us to everything he does moving forward.

Thank you for your friendship, your service, and the difference you have made in the lives of so many. You will be deeply missed, fondly remembered, and always considered part of the Matt Urban family.

Cheers to new beginnings, exciting opportunities, and all that lies ahead. We wish you nothing but success, happiness, and fulfillment on your new path.

Houston is gaining an incredible person. We are lucky to have called him our friend.

Safe travels and best wishes.

06/19/2026

🌼 Friday Flowers 🌼

This week’s Friday Flowers goes out to our friends at GEICO, who generously volunteered their time during United Way’s Day of Caring to help brighten our administrative building.

The team rolled up their sleeves and transformed our enormous hallways, painting them in our agency colors and giving the space a fresh, vibrant new look. Their hard work, attention to detail, and enthusiasm created a brighter, more welcoming environment for our staff, clients, and visitors.

We are incredibly grateful for their partnership, community spirit, and willingness to make a lasting impact. Thank you, GEICO, for helping us create a space that reflects the warmth and energy of our mission. Your efforts have truly made a difference! 💐🎨🏢

05/30/2026

🌸 Friday Flowers 🌸

This week’s Friday Flowers goes to our Permanent Supportive Housing Worker, Gordon Williams, who is truly one of a kind.

His compassion for others shines through in everything he does. Having worked with unhoused veterans for many years, he has consistently demonstrated what it means to be a dedicated advocate. He meets people where they are, treats them with dignity and respect, and works tirelessly to help them achieve stability and success.

He is kind, reliable, and deeply committed to those he serves. His caring nature, unwavering support, and genuine concern for the well-being of our veterans make a lasting impact every day. We are grateful for his dedication and the difference he makes in the lives of so many.

Thank you for all that you do. Your work embodies the mission and values of Matt Urban Human Services, and we are fortunate to have you on our team. 💐🇺🇸

05/29/2026

A Message from the Board

05/22/2026

🌸 Friday Flowers 🌸

This week’s Friday Flowers goes to our incredible Controller, Paula Cooley!

We are so grateful for the many ways she supports our team each day. Whether she is helping solve complex problems, brainstorming creative solutions, or making sure everything gets paid accurately and on time, she approaches every challenge with professionalism, dedication, and a collaborative spirit.

Beyond her expertise, she brings kindness, friendliness, and a wonderful sense of humor to the workplace. She is always willing to lend a hand, offer thoughtful guidance, and help others find a path forward. Her positive attitude and team-first approach truly reflect the culture we strive to create at Matt Urban Human Services.

Thank you for all that you do. Your contributions make a difference every day, and we are fortunate to have you as part of the Matt Urban family. 💐

05/21/2026

Join us this Friday and this upcoming Monday for our informational sessions on the Workforce Development Initiative!

Zoom links are below. Feel free to also pre-register through our constant contact form. --> https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/mmRRqzj

Friday May 22nd, 2026 10am: https://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/88657615434/invitations?signature=nGcI5yFwiveiY3fOYqcgvMt9pMU5gSW2gf7S45EEJvk

Friday May 22nd, 2026 6pm: https://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/82624243934/invitations?signature=r0r8oWeVtlKbUEz_uiyHzM8Fx30T7weB4UcDWfOTw7M

Monday May 25th, 2026 10am: https://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/83438663004/invitations?signature=j-ZC8obVIdZbcKUaaq9GnVqMexn0tyMzinLaUJAbMcQ

05/16/2026

🌺Friday Flowers🌺

This week’s Friday Flowers 💐 goes to our Street Outreach Case Manager, Tanisha Brooks, who consistently shows up for her clients — morning, noon, and night.

Her perseverance, compassion, and dedication have helped house 6 clients in just the last month alone. Since joining Matt Urban Human Services, the number of clients successfully housed has continued to grow, reflecting the incredible impact she makes every single day.

Street outreach work is not easy. It takes patience, persistence, heart, and the ability to meet people where they are — and Tanisha does that exceptionally well.

Thank you, Tanisha, for the care you give, the hope you bring, and the lives you continue to change. 💐

05/14/2026

05/08/2026

🌸 Friday Flowers 🌸

This week’s Friday Flowers goes to our Executive Director, Ryan Undercoffer, whose last day with us is today.

Ryan led this agency through times of uncertainty with incredible vision, determination, and heart. His leadership over the past few years helped guide the organization forward while creating a culture rooted in compassion, teamwork, accountability, and a shared commitment to serving our community. Because of his guidance, our staff felt empowered to grow, collaborate, and work harder every day for the individuals and families we serve.

Ryan never led from a distance, he was present, supportive, approachable, and always willing to listen. He challenged us to think bigger, encouraged new ideas, and reminded us why this work matters. His belief in both the mission and the people carrying it out made a lasting impact on this agency.

For many of us, Ryan became more than just a leader. Over the years, he became a mentor, a supporter, and a true friend. His influence will continue to be felt long after today, through the programs he strengthened, the staff he inspired, and the countless lives touched by the work accomplished under his leadership.

While we are sad to see him go, we are incredibly grateful for the time we had with him and the foundation he helped build. We were truly lucky to have Ryan leading our agency, and we wish him continued success, happiness, and fulfillment in this next chapter of his journey 💐

05/01/2026

🌸 **Friday Flowers** 🌸

This week’s Friday Flowers goes to an incredible staff member, Abigail Dillon, of our Housing First Program team!

She shows up every day with a positive attitude and a deep commitment to helping individuals who are unhoused find stability, independence, and a place to truly call home. From assisting with resume writing and job searches to creating opportunities through our Hope Works workforce team, she goes above and beyond to support each person’s journey.

Her impact speaks for itself — she has successfully placed 10 Housing First clients into stable, long-term “forever homes,” with no returns to homelessness, and helped 5 work team participants transition into stable employment and income.

We are so grateful for her dedication, compassion, and the real, lasting change she creates in people’s lives 🌺