In this episode of The Humanity of Homelessness, we sit down with Kyle Dickinson, the executive director of Salem Leadership Foundation. Kyle shares his personal journey—from his roots in Redding, California to his roles in ministry, fundraising, and community leadership. He reflects on formative moments that shaped his vision of community, belonging, and stewardship, weaving together stories of sports teams, the lessons learned from his father, and deep experiences with faith-based service. 

Kyle discusses the importance of connection across Salem’s nonprofit, faith, and civic sectors as essential to building a healthy, thriving city. He also offers rich perspectives on the complexities of addressing homelessness, emphasizing long-term relational approaches, learning from lived experience, and nurturing a sense of collective belonging. Join us for a conversation full of warmth, humor, wisdom, and hope for Salem’s future.