‘Every little bit helps’: SA initiative provides ‘Clips, Coffee and Confidence’ to city’s neediest [Video]

SAN ANTONIO — The clouds cooperated and blustery tropical breezes lightened the mood at a downtown San Antonio event designed to bring comfort and joy to those who need it most.

The idea worked.  

The line to partake in the party formed early and traffic was steady throughout the morning as Centro San Antonio partnered with Christian Assistance Ministry to host an event they called “Clips, Coffee and Confidence,” offering a chance for the unsheltered to enjoy simple services many people take for granted.

“We take for granted how important a haircut is,” said Trish DeBerry of Centro San Antonio. “For them, it’s not only transforming their look, but also really their lives because it gives them confidence. That’s what’s necessary sometimes to make that decision to get off the streets.”

“It’s important for people to feel like they have hope, that they are a human being, that they deserve to look and …