Homelessness, also known as houselessness or being unhoused or unsheltered, is the condition of lacking stable, safe, and functional housing.

Oct 15, 2024 · Homelessness can be defined in several ways. Commonly, people are considered to be experiencing homelessness if they stay in a shelter, live in transitional housing, or sleep in a place …

Mar 24, 2025 · The Runaway and Homeless Youth Program was authorized by Congress 40 years ago to keep young people from being homeless—whether by providing preventive services or rapid, …

Nov 9, 2025 · Homelessness, the state of having no home or permanent residence. Few social problems are as visible as the plight of homeless people. Once almost invisible and easily ignored, homeless …

Feb 28, 2025 · Over 240,000 homeless Americans — 31.6% of the homeless population — identified as Black, African American, or African in 2024. This was the largest population of unhoused people.

Jun 17, 2025 · Learn how to find help immediately if you are facing or experiencing homelessness. The government offers programs that can help you find short-term housing. In most areas of the U.S., …

Homelessness in the United States is an urgent public health issue and humanitarian crisis. It impacts cities, suburbs, and rural towns in every state. Housing is a social determinant of health, meaning …

Our Homelessness Research Institute translates complex data into clear steps that policymakers and service providers can use. We advocate for local, state, and federal policies that tackle …

People who are homeless often face poverty, poorer physical and mental health, and shorter lifespans. On this page, you can find data and visualizations on the number of people affected by …

We envision a world where everyone has a safe, decent, affordable and accessible home. Our mission is to prevent and end homelessness while ensuring the immediate needs of those experiencing …