Homelessness should be brief, rare, and nonrecurring.
DC has made record investments in homelessness services in recent years, but it is still not enough. DCFPI works on issues along the homelessness services continuum—from access to shelters to funding for programs such as Permanent Supportive Housing and Targeted Affordable Housing.
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In The News
A national group of mayors is pushing for a guaranteed income, but without leadership from DC
Street Sense Media • October 15, 2020 • Affordable Housing & Ending Homelessness / Homelessness
Report
What’s In the Approved Fiscal Year 2021 Budget for Homeless Services?
By Kate Coventry • October 2, 2020 • Affordable Housing & Ending Homelessness / Homelessness / Revenue & Budget
In The News
Pathways DC is working to re-enfranchise voters experiencing homelessness
Street Sense Media • September 24, 2020 • Affordable Housing & Ending Homelessness / Homelessness
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Video: How DC Can Become the First Major City to End Chronic Homelessness
By DC Fiscal Policy Institute • September 28, 2023 • Affordable Housing & Ending Homelessness / Homelessness
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Summary: Bringing It All Home: How DC Can Become the First Major City to End Chronic Homelessness and Provide Higher-Quality Services
By Kate Coventry • April 5, 2023 • Affordable Housing & Ending Homelessness / Homelessness
Report
Bringing it All Home: How DC Can Become the First Major City to End Chronic Homelessness and Provide Higher-Quality Services
By Kate Coventry • April 4, 2023 • Affordable Housing & Ending Homelessness / Homelessness
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