Oct. 2, 2024 8:00 am
Homelessness is not a monolithic issue
Despite the often overgeneralized reactions of society at large, homelessness is not a monolithic issue. There are meaningful differences in the circumstances, causes, impact on individuals and families, and conditions of homelessness, which necessitate a varied and dynamic approach. In cities across the United States, people are still experiencing the strain on the economy and […]
purpose
Jul. 22, 2021 8:59 am
National conversation: ‘Housing First’ approach can meet the demands of homeless union
The changes necessary to meet the demands of the ATL Homeless Union are significant, but they are not unreasonable. Take a look at how some of those challenges are met in Philly, say guest columnists Ryan Villagran and Andrew Spiers.
purpose
Jun. 29, 2020 8:00 am
Let’s imagine what a fully realized human right to housing might look like
"Are we trying to eradicate homelessness without providing adequate, affordable housing? Are we innovating rather than investing?" asks columnist Andrew Huff.
purpose
Jun. 25, 2019 11:00 am
What does ‘Housing First’ mean? We ask Pathways to Housing PA to explain
The Housing First model focuses on people experiencing chronic homelessness — and on long-term housing retention and supportive services.
purpose
Apr. 5, 2019 11:31 am
Don’t underestimate the importance of furniture
The CEO of Pathways to Housing PA says having a mattress or table can help a family move out of shelter and transitional housing more quickly.
funding
Aug. 30, 2018 10:06 am
The saga of Johnny Bobbitt holds a lesson for nonprofit fundraisers: Tell better stories
Development pros must channel the same inspiration that prompted 14,000 people to donate a collective $400,000 to one man experiencing homelessness when sharing their organizations' missions, writes columnist Valerie Johnson.
purpose
Mar. 10, 2015 8:30 am
Housing the Homeless in Utah, Tracking Diversity in NYC and Taxing Nonprofits in Maine – Social Impact Across the U.S.
This week in Social Impact Across the U.S.: Housing First is a strategy/philosophy for addressing homelessness that believes placing people in housing immediately, no strings attached, is the best way to help the individual and to tackle homelessness overall. Mother Jones reports on a Housing First success story in Salt Lake City, Utah. Mayor Bill […]