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.
Featured Publications & Resources
Blog
Let’s Make Sure Homeless Families Have Access to Safe and Decent Shelter
By Kate Coventry • July 2, 2014 • Affordable Housing & Ending Homelessness / Homelessness
Blog
5, 4, 3….It’s Time to Open the Door DC!
By Jenny Reed • June 11, 2014 • Affordable Housing & Ending Homelessness / Homelessness / Revenue & Budget
Blog
Family Homelessness Is on the Rise in DC: FY 2015 Investments Can Help
By Kate Coventry • May 23, 2014 • Affordable Housing & Ending Homelessness / Homelessness
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Testimony
Delays in Implementation of Housing Vouchers Need to Be Addressed
By Kate Coventry • March 13, 2025 • Affordable Housing & Ending Homelessness / Homelessness
Videos
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
Fact Sheets
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
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