HALO, Inc.

Name: HALO, Inc.
Address: 2000 DeKoven Avenue, Unit 1, Racine, WI, 53403, US
Telephone: +12626333235
Price range: Not applicable

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Mission: Provide a pathway to self-sufficiency and housing stability for persons experiencing homelessness in Racine County. www.haloinc.org

The Homeless Assistance Leadership Organization (HALO) is an emergency shelter providing services to those experiencing homelessness to become self-sufficient and achieve housing stability. We serve men, women and families.

11/09/2026

⛳💙 Thank You, SRA! 💙⛳

A huge thank you to the Southshore Realtors Association (SRA) for selecting HALO of Racine and Walking In My Shoes of Kenosha as beneficiaries of their 2026 Golf Outing fundraiser!

Because of the generosity of SRA members, sponsors, participants, and supporters, organizations like ours can continue providing critical services, support, and hope to individuals and families facing homelessness and housing instability.

Community partnerships like these remind us that when we come together, we can make a lasting difference in the lives of our neighbors.
Thank you for your commitment to strengthening our communities and helping those in need. We are truly grateful for your support!

📸 Pictured are representatives from SRA, HALO of Racine, and Walking In My Shoes of Kenosha during the donation presentation following the October Golf Outing fundraiser.

11/09/2026

🌟 Meet the HALO Team: Melissa Taggart 🌟

Today, we're proud to introduce Melissa Taggart, HMIS/Grant Compliance Director at HALO.

For the past seven years, Melissa has been an integral part of the HALO family. From the moment she joined the organization, she knew she had found more than a job. She had found a purpose.

Throughout her time at HALO, Melissa has worn many hats and served in several roles. Today, she oversees HALO's Federal, State, and Local grants while ensuring accurate data reporting and compliance. Around HALO, she is affectionately known as "HALO's Data Geek!" 🤓

While much of Melissa's work happens behind the scenes, her efforts play a critical role in helping HALO continue providing shelter, resources, and hope to individuals and families in our community.
Melissa is also an active member of the Racine Continuum of Care, helping strengthen partnerships and collaborative efforts to address homelessness throughout Racine County.

💬 Melissa's Testimony
"From the moment I walked through HALO's doors, I knew my life's path had brought me here for a reason. Witnessing the dedication, compassion, and commitment of our staff inspires me every day. Knowing that our work helps create stability, hope, and brighter futures for individuals and families in our community makes it all worthwhile."

Core Values
🤝 Service Supporting our mission through dedication and excellence.
🛡️ Integrity Maintaining accuracy, transparency, and accountability.
❤️ Community Building partnerships that create lasting change.
👥 Teamwork Stronger together for greater impact.
☀️ Hope Turning data, resources, and compassion into brighter tomorrows.

🎉 Fun Fact
When she's not keeping HALO's grants and data organized, Melissa enjoys spending time with her family, especially her three grandchildren. She also loves baking and sharing homemade treats with those around her.

Thank you, Melissa, for your dedication, knowledge, and commitment to helping HALO continue making a difference in the lives of so many.

💙🏠 People. Progress. Possibility.

✨ Behind every success story is a team of people working together to create hope and opportunity. Thank you, Melissa, for all you do! 💙

11/08/2026

🎶💙 A Wonderful Evening of Music, Community, and Giving Back 💙🎶

HALO was honored to attend the Bluegrass Sampler in Racine this weekend, an incredible event that brought people together through music while supporting two important causes: HALO and Veterans Outreach of Wisconsin.

We are grateful to the organizers, performers, volunteers, sponsors, and attendees who helped make this event such a success. Events like these are a powerful reminder of what can happen when a community comes together to support individuals and families facing challenges.

A special thank you to everyone who continues to support organizations dedicated to providing hope, shelter, resources, and opportunities for those in need.
We are proud to stand alongside Veterans Outreach of Wisconsin and so many amazing community partners working to make a difference throughout our community.

💙 Thank you for helping create hope, strengthen lives, and build a better tomorrow for our neighbors.
Together, we are stronger.

11/08/2026

💙 A Message of Gratitude from HALO 💙

As we reflect on the many blessings surrounding HALO, we are filled with gratitude for the incredible people who make our mission possible.

Thank you to our:

🏠 Residents who trust us to walk alongside them on their journey toward stability and hope.

🌟 Staff who show up each day with compassion, dedication, and a commitment to serving others.

🤝 Volunteers who generously give their time, talents, and hearts.

🍽️ Meal Makers who ensure no one goes hungry.

💙 Donors and supporters whose generosity helps provide shelter, meals, resources, and opportunities.

🏥 Community partners who work with us to strengthen the network of care throughout Racine County.

⛪ Churches, businesses, and organizations that continue to invest in our mission and the people we serve.

This week alone, we celebrated housing successes, employment milestones, community partnerships, health and wellness initiatives, fundraising support, and countless acts of kindness.

At HALO, we know that none of this happens alone.
Together, we are creating opportunities, restoring hope, and helping individuals and families build brighter futures.

As we enter this season of gratitude, please know how thankful we are for each person who plays a role in making HALO a place of hope, healing, and new beginnings.

💙 Thank you for being part of the HALO family.

🍂🏠💙 Because every act of kindness helps build a stronger community. 💙🏠🍂

11/07/2026

🏠💼 New Beginnings at HALO 💙

Every day at HALO, we celebrate progress, perseverance, and hope.

This week, we're excited to share some incredible successes:

🎉 Two residents secured permanent housing

💼 One resident started a new job

These accomplishments are reminders that with support, resources, and determination, brighter tomorrows are possible.

Congratulations to our residents on these important milestones. We are proud of you and honored to be a part of your journey.

💙 Every step forward matters.

11/06/2026

🎻🎶💙 Support HALO & Veterans Outreach of Wisconsin This Weekend! 💙🎶🎻

Looking for something fun to do this weekend while supporting two great causes?

Join us at the Bluegrass Sampler at the Delta Marriott in Racine today and tomorrow for an incredible lineup of bluegrass music, community connection, and giving back.

This special event features performances by:
🎶 The Little Roy & Lizzy Show�🎶 Williamson Branch�🎶 KR Bluegrass�🎶 Art Stevenson and High Water�🎶 Kevin Prater Band�🎶 Steam Machine

In addition to great music, raffle proceeds from the event will benefit:

💙 HALO, Inc. 🇺🇸 Veterans Outreach of Wisconsin

We are grateful to the organizers, musicians, sponsors, volunteers, and attendees for supporting organizations that provide hope, shelter, resources, and assistance to individuals and veterans in need.
Community events like these demonstrate the power of people coming together to make a difference.

📍 Delta Marriott Racine�📅 Today & Tomorrow

Come enjoy great music and help support important work happening throughout our community!

Thank you to the Bluegrass Sampler organizers for including HALO and Veterans Outreach of Wisconsin in this wonderful event.

💙🏠🇺🇸 Together, we are helping people, changing lives, and strengthening our community.

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11/06/2026

🌟🎂 Meet the HALO Team: Darlene Langdon 🎂🌟

Today, we're proud to introduce Darlene Langdon, Executive Assistant & Operations Specialist at HALO.

And today is extra special because we're also celebrating Darlene's birthday! 🥳🎉

Darlene plays a vital role in keeping HALO running smoothly behind the scenes. From human resources and payroll administration to grant invoicing, donor management, volunteer coordination, and community relations, her work helps ensure our mission is carried out efficiently and effectively every day.

She serves as a key connection between HALO and the community, helping coordinate volunteers, Meal Makers, fundraising efforts, and donation stewardship. Her dedication helps maximize the impact of every gift, every volunteer hour, and every opportunity to serve.

💬 Darlene's Testimony
"One of the greatest rewards of working at HALO is knowing that the work we do truly changes lives. While the work can be challenging and sometimes exhausting, seeing families find stability, hope, and a brighter future makes every effort worthwhile. Together, our team helps create opportunities that impact generations to come."

Core Values
🤝 Service�Supporting our mission through excellence and dedication.
🛡️ Accountability�Maintaining accuracy, integrity, and stewardship.
❤️ Community�Building partnerships that strengthen lives.
👥 Teamwork�Supporting staff, volunteers, and clients together.
☀️ Hope�Helping create brighter futures every day.

🎉 Fun Fact
Darlene loves spending time with her children, nieces, and nephews making homemade pizza and creating memories filled with laughter and love.
At HALO, Darlene's commitment, leadership, and heart for service help make our work possible every single day.

Please join us in thanking Darlene for her dedication to our mission and wishing her a very Happy Birthday!
🎂💙

Thank you, Darlene, for helping people, changing lives, and creating brighter tomorrows.

💙🏠🎉

11/05/2026

🎄 HALO Christmas Giving Tree is Here! 🎄

This holiday season, you can make a direct impact on a neighbor experiencing homelessness or housing instability.

Our Giving Tree includes opportunities to adopt:
🎁 Families with Dad�🎁 Families with Mom�🎁 Families with Both Parents�🎁 Single Males�🎁 Single Females

Every number on our tree represents a real person or family in our community who could use a little extra hope this Christmas.

Whether you're an individual, family, church, business, civic group, or workplace team, your generosity can help make the holiday season brighter for someone in need.

❤️ This year, HALO has over 100 adoption opportunities available through our Shelter, APOMO Permanent Supportive Housing Program, and DHS WHSSP Program.

📞 To adopt a family or individual, contact:
Darlene Langdon�Executive Assistant�HALO, Inc.
📧 [email protected]�📱 262-497-1735

🎄 Take a Number. Change a Life.

Because everyone deserves hope at Christmas.

11/05/2026

🌟 Meet the HALO Team: Tonia Norwood 🌟

Today, we're proud to introduce Tonia Norwood, Self-Sufficiency Case Manager at HALO.

Since joining HALO in 2018, Tonia has served in several roles, including CSS, Navigator, and now Self-Sufficiency Case Manager. Throughout her journey, she has remained committed to helping individuals experiencing homelessness overcome barriers, connect with resources, and build pathways toward stability and independence.

Tonia's passion for helping others is evident in everything she does. She believes every individual deserves the opportunity to create a brighter future, and she works alongside participants each day to help make that possible.

💬 Tonia's Testimony
"I have always wanted to work with individuals experiencing homelessness, and I am grateful to have the opportunity to do what I love every day. The most rewarding part of my job is knowing that I can make a difference in someone's life and help them move toward a brighter future."

💙 Core Values
✨ Compassion�Meeting people where they are with understanding and respect.
🌱 Empowerment�Helping individuals build confidence and independence.
🤝 Community�Creating connections that support lasting success.
💪 Perseverance�Encouraging others through challenges and obstacles.
☀️ Hope�Believing everyone deserves the opportunity for a better future.

Fun Facts About Tonia
❤️ Loves spending time with her children and grandchildren
🐼 Has a special love for panda bears
🦋 Enjoys dragonflies
🎓 At 57 years old, Tonia has returned to school, proving that it's never too late to continue learning, growing, and pursuing your dreams

Tonia's dedication reminds us that growth is possible at every stage of life and that a brighter tomorrow is always within reach.

Thank you, Tonia, for your compassion, commitment, and unwavering support of the individuals and families we serve.

💙🏠 People. Progress. Possibility.

11/04/2026

🚀💙 Thank You, Rocket Wash! 💙🚀

On behalf of everyone at HALO, we would like to extend our sincere gratitude to Rocket Wash for selecting HALO and Shalom Center as beneficiaries of their Galaxy of Giving community fundraiser.

Throughout the month of October, Rocket Wash demonstrated what it means to be a true community partner by supporting local homeless shelters and investing in the well-being of individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

We are incredibly thankful to stand alongside our neighbors at Shalom Center in this effort. Together, we share a commitment to providing hope, dignity, shelter, and opportunities for those working to rebuild their lives.

Community partnerships like this remind us that lasting change happens when businesses, nonprofits, and community members come together with a shared purpose.

Thank you, Rocket Wash, for your generosity, leadership, and commitment to making a difference in the communities you serve.

And thank you to everyone who visited Rocket Wash and participated in the campaign. Your support helps provide hope and resources to those who need them most.

💙 Together, we are helping people, changing lives, and creating brighter tomorrows.

Address

2000 DeKoven Avenue, Unit 1
Racine, WI
53403

Telephone

+12626333235

Website

http://www.haloinc.org/

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