A Portland County Transcends its Rehousing Goals With 65% Drop in Homelessness
429 people and 223 homeless households were placed in permanent supportive housing, exceeding the stated goal for the period by 20.
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Texas Tiny Home Community Thrives With 2,000 Neighbors: Easing Homelessness in Austin
All the new building projects were expected to be finished by the end of 2023, the organization predicted, taking the total homes to 2,000
Millionaire Builds 99 Tiny Homes to Cut Homelessness in His Community-He Even Provides Jobs On Site for Them
He has invested $4 million dollars of his own money on the project to build 99 homes, and he's currently three-quarters of the way there.
Wells Fargo to Donate $1 Billion to Affordable Housing and Homelessness Across America
Wells Fargo's new philanthropic strategy includes a $1 billion commitment to help solve affordable housing and homelessness issues across America.
More Than 200 Homeless Seniors Will Have Tiny Houses of Their Own After Donations Pour In
Hundreds of chronically homeless Texans over the age of 50 will soon have a roof over their heads thanks to the Housing First Community Coalition.
NFL Star Ditched $Million Contract to Farm Crops For The Needy
Even though he was walking away from fame and fortune, he knew he had a new passion to work towards – farming food for the hungry.
Homeless Man Gets Housing and Work Thanks to Teen Girl Who Saw His Plea for a Job at a Bus Stop
A 37-year-old homeless man has been given a new lease on life thanks to a teenage girl who was moved to action by his "Work Wanted" sign at the bus stop.
More Schools Are Being Gifted Free Washing Machines From Whirlpool So Kids Don't Skip School
Dozens of US high schools are being gifted free dryers and washing machines from Whirlpool so all of their students have access to clean clothes.
After Making History With New Film Studio, Tyler Perry to Build a Shelter for Disadvantaged Women and Children
Tyler Perry is building a shelter for disadvantaged youth and homeless women to be located on his new 330-acre film studio property in Atlanta, Georgia.
High School Installs Washing Machines for Homeless Students
This high school is doing its best to provide as many services to their homeless students as possible – including washing machines and dryers.
Police Officer Helps to Shave Homeless Man's Face in the Rain After Seeing Him Struggle Without a Mirror
When this compassionate Detroit police officer saw a homeless man struggling to shave his face in the rain, he did not hesitate to offer a helping hand.
'I'm in heaven': Homeless Man Reunited With Family After 24 Years of Separation, Thanks to Transit Police
After almost a quarter-century of separation, this 61-year-old homeless man has finally been reunited with his daughters in New Jersey.
Homeless Man Offered a Job After Expressing His Gratitude Toward Jogger Who Gave Him Shoes Off His Feet
This homeless man has finally been given the chance to turn his life around—and it is all thanks to a jogger who felt inspired to give him his shoes.
After Friend Flaked on Red Sox Game, Guys Give the Ticket to Homeless Man Who Could Use the Smile
Rather than selling their fourth Red Sox ticket, these young men decided to give it to a homeless man who was happy for a chance to relax and enjoy a game.
Little Free Pantries Spread Goodies From Sidewalks, Let Neighbors Pay it Forward
These tiny boxes are letting neighbors take care of their own communities – whether crayons, food, toys, diapers, or water, it's all free for the taking.
When Evicted Man is Heartbroken Over Decision to Surrender His Dog, Community Leaps into Action
A homeless man will soon be reunited with his beloved best friend with a new roof over their head thanks to a woman publishing an online plea for help.
13-Year-old Opened a Bakery So He Could Give Pastries Away to the Homeless
For every pastry that a customer buys from Michaels Desserts, the teen baker gives one away to someone in need.
Town Became Unified by Anointing a Homeless Poet as Their 'Adopted Grandfather'
This town has been nominated as one of the nicest places in America - and its compassionate spirit is best exemplified by their local "grandfather".
Homeless Dad Receives Flood of Support After Woman Tried to Facebook Shame Him for Sleeping in McDonalds
A woman's frustrated Facebook post turned out to be a blessing in disguise for a homeless dad who has been struggling to make ends meet.
'All 3 of us unanimously felt compassion': First Responders Pay for Woman's Hotel to Get Her Out of the Rain
After being evicted from her home, the woman had been left stranded on a sidewalk with her sick dog and 10 boxes of belongings in Lauderdale Lakes, Florida.
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