Campaign updates
Follow the project from groundbreaking to opening day.
October 2026
Groundbreaking
On Thursday, October 1, 2026, a ceremonial groundbreaking took place with local leaders, community partners, supporters, and SOS staff, signifying the beginning of construction for the permanent Code Blue shelter
Next milestone
Construction progress
Sidewalk removal begins
Community news
Campaign momentum
With over half the funds raised, Shelters of Saratoga goes public with its Capital Campaign:
Blue, the Color of Hope
We’re more than halfway there. Help close the gap.
Every gift moves us closer to the $8 million needed to open a permanent, 75-bed Code Blue shelter in November 2027.
Code Blue milestones
The path to a permanent shelter.
Follow the milestones in our campaign to create a permanent place of safety for our neighbors.
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October 2026
Code Blue Groundbreaking Ceremony
Local officials, members of the SOS Board, donors, media, and SOS staff gathered on Thursday, October 1, to commemorate the official start of construction, as well as the public launch of the Capital Campaign:
Blue, the Color of Hope.
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September 2026
Pavement Removal & Ground Leveling
Ground prep takes place with the removal of the paved area and leveling of land.
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September 2026
Tree Removal
Required tree removal begins at 116 Ballston Ave.
the future is taking shape