Outreach Specialist
Our Outreach Specialist, Nathan Kesti, puts on approximately eight miles a day walking the district and connecting with individuals who are unsheltered or facing chemical dependency challenges. Nathan is a great resource and has been instrumental in getting individuals into housing and/or treatment.
He’s also a great resource for our businesses. He connects with business owners/managers/employees to hear any concerns they have, offer tips, and serves as a liaison between the business community and social services.
Nathan can be reached at 218-340-8274 or nkesti@blockbyblock.com.
Has Downtown Duluth’s Outreach program supported your business?
Now we’re asking for your support. Our grant funding for this position will be expiring in November and while we have been working hard to find replacement dollars, we need help. If you appreciate the work of Nathan and the program’s impact on the downtown, please join others in becoming an outreach sponsor or providing a direct donation.
Downtown Duluth’s Outreach Impact
Since he started in November of 2022, Nathan has accumulated some significant statistics:
- 23,288 self-initiated contacts with unhoused individuals
- 4,690 self-initiated business contacts
- 45 people into stable housing
- 47 people into treatment
This position is dedicated to our downtown area, while our partners in other organizations assist individuals throughout the community. It is unique in that it provides a balance between the needs of the business community and the needs of those who are unsheltered.
Thank You to our 2024 Outreach Supporters!
