Who we are

The Mesa County Collaboration for the Unhoused is a community initiative dedicated to reducing the harms of homelessness and housing insecurity. We unite service providers, local businesses, first responders, and individuals with lived experience to create compassionate, practical solutions. Our work improves access to housing and services for those in need, supports local businesses by addressing community impacts, and equips first responders with tools and partnerships to focus on long-term outcomes. Together, we’re building a healthier, more inclusive community for everyone.

An organizational diagram, radiating outward from "PEH," encircled by "Service Providers," then the titles of MCCUH workgroups, and finally "Mesa County Collaborative for the Unhoused" and "Inter-Governmental Task Force."

Executive Team

  • Scott Aker

    Scott Aker

    Chair
    CEO, Grand Junction Housing Authority

  • Jed Balestrieri

    Jed Balestrieri

    Vice Chair
    COO, Hilltop Community Resources

  • Stephania Vasconez

    Treasurer
    Founder & Executive Director, Mutual Aid Partners

  • Cathy Story

    Cathy Story

    Systems Coordinator
    Director of Community Collaboration, Contexture

Partner Board