National Coalition for the Homeless

National Coalition for the Homeless We're the oldest national homeless advocacy organization working to provide a platform for people wh
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The National Coalition for the Homeless has been working for 30 years to organize a grassroots movement that understands the root causes of homelessness and works towards equal access to housing and health care, economic stability, and the preservation of civil and voting rights of those experiencing poverty and homelessness. NCH provides leadership for national policy discussions from the ranks o

f those who have been homeless. NCH is committed to engaging in creative ways of enabling the government, private organizations, housed and un-housed individuals to work effectively together towards preventing and ending homelessness. This is intended to be a space for supporters of NCH to discuss current issues and share information about ending homelessness. We encourage open discussion and invite you to share your opinion on our issues. All statements expressed by others on the wall do not necessarily reflect the organization’s views. However, we reserve the right to delete posts containing any of the following elements:

- profanity, misinformation, spam / off-topic posts, personal attacks, anything promoting violence or discrimination, anything promoting illegal or questionable activities, anything promoting or opposing a particular political candidate or party

We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to connecting with each of you, our loyal supporters! If you have a question regarding this page or anything on it, please email us at [email protected].

HUD’s Fiscal Year 2026 Continuum of Care Notice of Funding Opportunity , or NOFO, introduces a major shift in how feder...
06/17/2026

HUD’s Fiscal Year 2026 Continuum of Care Notice of Funding Opportunity , or NOFO, introduces a major shift in how federal homelessness funding will be structured and prioritized and it raises serious concerns about the future of permanent housing and proven solutions nationwide.

Read full statement: https://ow.ly/8tIc50ZcPbw

While the NOFO emphasizes a mix of housing and service approaches, including transitional housing and supportive services, it also restructures funding competition in ways that could significantly reduce stability for permanent supportive housing and rapid re-housing programs that communities have relied on for decades. These are the very programs that have demonstrated success in moving people from homelessness into long-term housing.

At a time when homelessness remains at crisis levels across the country, any policy shift that weakens or destabilizes permanent housing systems risks putting thousands of individuals—including veterans, seniors, families, and people with disabilities—at greater risk of housing loss.

We recognize the importance of services, treatment, and supports, but housing remains the foundation that makes those interventions effective. Without it, systems of care cannot function as intended.

Continue reading to read our full statement on HUD’s Fiscal Year 2026 Continuum of Care NOFO.

Read full statement: https://ow.ly/8tIc50ZcPbw

On June 5, NCH, alongside local advocacy groups, joined the National Homelessness Law Center in Washington, D.C. for a s...
06/16/2026

On June 5, NCH, alongside local advocacy groups, joined the National Homelessness Law Center in Washington, D.C. for a surprise action targeting the Cicero Institute, which was holding a conference on homelessness in the nation’s capital.

More than 75 housing advocates gathered to send a clear message: housing is a human right. Advocates disrupted the conference space, forming a human barricade across the hotel entrance while holding banners reading “Housing First, Billionaires Last” and “Cicero Works for Billionaires, We Protect Our Neighbors.”

Voices rose in chants and songs throughout the action, rejecting efforts to defund vital housing programs and oppose policies that criminalize homelessness.

Housing justice cannot be ignored. Housing is a human right.

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Cicero Institute Protest
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The people united can never be defeated!
06/15/2026

The people united can never be defeated!

06/15/2026

“Strength grows in the moments when you choose to keep going, even when the road feels uncertain.”

Life will not always give us clear answers or easy paths. Sometimes, the bravest thing you can do is keep moving forward, even when you do not know what comes next. True strength is built in the quiet moments of perseverance, when you refuse to give up despite fear, setbacks, or uncertainty.

If the road feels hard right now, remember this: every step forward matters. Growth is happening, even when you cannot see it yet. Trust yourself, trust your resilience, and keep going. Brighter days are still ahead

Flip through countless pages of powerful stories, homelessness advocacy, and policy shaping the fight for change. Secure...
06/04/2026

Flip through countless pages of powerful stories, homelessness advocacy, and policy shaping the fight for change. Secure your copy today: https://bit.ly/4x9city

The Homeless Advocate is more than a magazine — it’s a growing movement dedicated to ending homelessness through truth, action, and voices that deserve to be heard.

Get inspired, stay informed, and be part of the movement. Don't miss out: https://bit.ly/4x9city

Have you had a chance to read The Homeless Advocate yet?No? Well, what are you waiting for? Reserve your copy today: htt...
06/03/2026

Have you had a chance to read The Homeless Advocate yet?

No? Well, what are you waiting for? Reserve your copy today: https://bit.ly/4x9city

After selling out last time, we’ve officially accepting pre-orders for a limited number of copies.

The Homeless Advocate brings you bold storytelling, critical conversations, and real solutions to homelessness; uplifting the voices of those directly impacted and the advocates fighting for change every day.

We sold out before, and only a limited number of copies are being printed this time. Don’t miss out.

Reserve your copy today: https://bit.ly/4x9city

We are resharing an urgent press release from the Sacramento Homeless Union to help spread awareness of what they descri...
06/02/2026

We are resharing an urgent press release from the Sacramento Homeless Union to help spread awareness of what they describe as a system-wide failure in Sacramento’s shelter and transitional housing system.

According to the union, Sacramento experienced a serious breakdown in shelter and transitional housing coordination, resulting in widespread confusion, displacement, and trauma for families, children, seniors, disabled residents, survivors of domestic violence, and medically vulnerable individuals already placed in shelter or temporary housing.

Beginning June 1, the Sacramento Homeless Union says it began receiving urgent calls and requests for help from residents across multiple City-funded programs operated through the Step Up on Second system.

Residents reportedly had been assured the transition between providers would be smooth and shelter placements would continue without disruption. Instead, many say the reality unfolded differently. Some residents were reportedly directed to hotel placements only to be turned away upon arrival, while others who complied with instructions to temporarily leave shelters found themselves unable to return.

Families reportedly lined up carrying medications, children’s belongings, and survival supplies, only to be told rooms were unavailable or vouchers would not fully cover costs. By mid-afternoon, what initially appeared to be separate incidents had reportedly escalated into a broader citywide crisis.

Swipe through to read key excerpts from the Sacramento Homeless Union’s statement, reformatted for accessibility and social sharing.

Visit the union's official website: https://sacramentohomelessunion.org

Please read and share to help raise awareness.

06/01/2026

“A fresh start begins with believing that your future can be brighter than your past.” ✨

Sometimes, life asks us to begin again. A fresh start does not mean forgetting what you’ve been through. It means believing that your struggles do not have the final say in your story. Your past may have shaped you, but it does not define your future.

Healing, growth, and new beginnings start the moment you choose hope over fear and possibility over doubt. No matter how difficult yesterday may have been, tomorrow still holds promise. Keep believing in yourself, keep moving forward, and trust that brighter days are ahead. Your next chapter is still being written.

CALIFORNIA: The state is intensifying efforts to remove RVs and oversized vehicles used as homes by many of the state’s ...
05/26/2026

CALIFORNIA: The state is intensifying efforts to remove RVs and oversized vehicles used as homes by many of the state’s homeless residents, The New York Times reported May 24. An estimated 34,000 people in California sleep in their vehicles nightly, with some advocates saying the actual number may be twice as high.

A new law in Los Angeles and Alameda counties allows authorities to swiftly demolish vehicles worth up to $4,000 if owners cannot move them without towing assistance, increasing the previous limit of $500.

Councilwoman Traci Park of Los Angeles’ 11th District has led towing sweeps targeting large encampments of RVs, which she describes as public health and safety hazards due to crime and unsanitary conditions. Some local businesses and residents support the removals and even hire private security to push RV dwellers off the streets, even when vehicles are legally parked.

Advocates and researchers argue the measures make life harder for those forced into vehicle residency amid California’s ongoing homelessness crisis.

Read the full article: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/24/us/california-homeless-cars-rvs.html
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Source: The New York Times

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WISCONSIN: A recent report by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service highlights growing concerns as more Milwaukee seniors ...
05/21/2026

WISCONSIN: A recent report by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service highlights growing concerns as more Milwaukee seniors face homelessness.

A yearlong study funded by the Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment, involving Community Advocates Public Policy Institute and the Medical College of Wisconsin, found that most homeless seniors are Black males aged 55 to 65, often experiencing homelessness for the first time due to income loss, family conflicts, or health issues.

Health care professionals and community leaders emphasize the need for better coordination among housing programs, improved access to resources, and more comprehensive support services tailored to older adults.

The study also reveals that stable housing is critical for managing seniors’ complex health needs, with experts calling for a unified housing system that focuses on prevention rather than emergency assistance. Despite challenges like insufficient affordable housing options and fragmented services, leaders remain hopeful that Milwaukee can lead national efforts to address senior homelessness more effectively.

Read the full article: https://ow.ly/KFCn50Z2MMe

Source: Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service

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