He dreamed of making it to the major leagues. However, to his surprise, he now inspires people far from the field, supplying showers, haircuts, and hygiene care for individuals experiencing homelessness in Phoenix.
Cloud Covered Streets brings hope to those going through tough times and living on the streets. Every holiday season, the nonprofit holds Operation Santa, where volunteers give the homeless brand-new shoes. They were recently at New City Church in Phoenix, where they gave away around 300 pairs of shoes—it was their biggest year yet!
“Showering our streets with love” is displayed on a mobile shower and laundry trailer that travels around Mesa and other parts of the Valley to provide services to those experiencing homelessness.
Robert Thornton, executive director of Cloud Covered Streets, began doing street missions in 2015, handing out needed supplies and t-shirts. Thornton quickly developed friendships with people experiencing homelessness. Through these relationships, Thornton identified the critical services lacking in their lives.