Let's End Homelessness!

There is a homelessness crisis in the United States. Estimates show that over 580,000 Americans are experiencing homelessness, and the government must do more to seriously address this pressing issue and help those in need. Read three potential solutions below to work towards ending homelessness!

Solution 1:Rapid Rehousing

Cities need to invest in rapid re-housing programs that would provide short term rentals to people experiencing homeleness. The point is for people experiencing homelessnes to be able to find housing quickly and without pre-conditions. For more on what these programs could look like, click here

Solution 2:Create More Permanent Housing

Homelessness in the United States is partly caused by the housing crisis. Simply put, more affordable housing units need to be built and people who are most vulnerable to experiencing homelnesses should be prioritized.

Solution 3:Invest in Communities

While creating more housing is important, more money and resources need to be spent on providing quality education, health care, and job training opportunities in communities where homeleness is high. These resources could provide sustainable career pathways that could help people on a long term.