Previous installments of the Demographic Data Project have illustrated how people’s experiences of homelessness can vary based on WHO they are: their race, gender, and gender identity. But in the latest installment, we add a new layer on analysis: a […]
Category: Housing
The Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program: A Comprehensive Approach to Reduce Youth Homelessness
Late last month the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced the third round of awards for its Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP). The total funding for this round is $75 million, and it will be distributed among […]
Successful Veteran Homelessness Programs Poised to Innovate and Expand
The United States has made significant progress in the fight against homelessness among veterans. According to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), veteran homelessness has decreased by 46% since 2010. Indeed, three entire states and almost 80 significant localities have […]
Building a Conversation: Aged Homelessness on the Rise
Researchers are sounding an alarm on a trend that’s been emerging for years: the homeless population is growing older, and the number of older homeless Americans is growing larger. This is a trend that providers, first responders, and medical professionals have been seeing for quite some […]
What Will Your Organization Ask for This Holiday Season?
Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Giving Tuesday are now in the rear-view mirror. But for homeless service agencies, the holiday rush is just beginning. Across the country, phones are buzzing with volunteer groups wanting to serve special meals or organize […]