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Logan Center: Many of the city’s homeless are not on the streets on a rainy winter night

Vanessa Alvarez

By Allison Beck and Julius Philp, April 9, 2024 Multiple studies in cities across the country, including New York City, Chicago and Houston, have shown that not only does the PIT count miss people that... The post Logan Center: Many of the city’s homeless are not on the streets on a rainy winter night appeared first on Chicago Coalition to end Homelessness.

WGN: Report Shows Homelessness Reaches a Record Level

Vanessa Alvarez

CCH’s Executive Director Doug Schenkelberg talks to WGN-9 about reasons homelessness is up to record levels, nationally and in Chicago. A new HUD report shows the country’s level of homelessness... The post WGN: Report Shows Homelessness Reaches a Record Level appeared first on Chicago Coalition to end Homelessness.

Pat speaks up to help others

Born to a large family with nine siblings, Patricia “Pat” Franklin understands the importance of working together so that everyone has what they need to thrive. A grandmother of three... The post Pat speaks up to help others appeared first on Chicago Coalition to end Homelessness.

Nia remembers her roots as she spreads her wings

Nia Hill wants you to know that the West Side of Chicago has great people who do great things. Born and raised in Chicago’s North Lawndale neighborhood, she also understands... The post Nia remembers her roots as she spreads her wings appeared first on Chicago Coalition to end Homelessness.

Hidden Homelessness in the United States

Why Congress must change the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s definition of homelessness to align with other federal agencies An FAQ created by Chicago Coalition for the Homeless,... The post Hidden Homelessness in the United States appeared first on Chicago Coalition to end Homelessness.

Mayra knows a little help can go a long way

Mayra Fajardo recently graduated from the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC). She earned a double major in psychology and criminology/law, with a double minor in history and Spanish. Having... The post Mayra knows a little help can go a long way appeared first on Chicago Coalition to end Homelessness.

Shamaje pays it forward

At the start of the pandemic, Shamaje Singleton, then 18, was unable to afford housing on his own. He bounced around Chicago’s Beverly neighborhood, living doubled-up with various family members... The post Shamaje pays it forward appeared first on Chicago Coalition to end Homelessness.

National Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week: A reflection from Associate Board Advocacy Chair Lindsay Welbers

Vanessa Alvarez

In recognition of National Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week, CCH is sharing reflections from people who work with us – interns, board, and associate board members – writing about what inspires their... The post National Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week: A reflection from Associate Board Advocacy Chair Lindsay Welbers appeared first on Chicago Coalition to end Homelessness.

Daihana shares her story, resolved to help others

Daihana Estrada, a recent graduate from Loyola University Chicago School of Law, is no stranger to the Chicago Coalition for the Homeless. In fact, she has been involved with CCH... The post Daihana shares her story, resolved to help others appeared first on Chicago Coalition to end Homelessness.

The Ward family is getting a home of their own!

Vanessa Alvarez

A new city housing program is helping 100 homeless families, including the Wards, secure homes of their own. The Families in Transition program was created after advocacy led by the Chicago... The post The Ward family is getting a home of their own! appeared first on Chicago Coalition to end Homelessness.

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