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Point in Time Count

Posted by Beth Unite · February 28, 2020

How many homeless residents does Austin have?

The city of Austin hosts a citywide counting initiative and through the diligent action of volunteers the homeless residents of Austin are counted over one night.

Cold Weather Shelters

Posted by Beth Unite · February 11, 2020

During the colder months in Austin, Tx the city enacts locations called cold weather shelters. These places serve to protect homeless citizens from inclement weather including brutal cold fronts.

How Austin businesses can help end homelessness

Posted by Beth Unite · January 17, 2020

A problem as complex as homelessness is going to take everyone getting involved to end the crisis and get people off the streets permanently. There are many ways that local businesses can help end the homeless crisis in Austin. It could be as simple as donating to a homeless driven non-profit, volunteering or feeding one person.

What Are the most Common Causes of Homelessness?

Posted by Beth Unite · December 30, 2019

While everyones situation is unique there are commonalities in the causes of homelessness. These include lack of affordable housing, domestic abuse, unemployment, low wages and health issues.

The Types of Homelessness

Posted by Beth Unite · November 28, 2019

Help the homeless in Austin - A common misconception with homelessness is that every homeless person you see has been homeless for a long time.Since they never access homeless support resources they are never included in national statistics. Art From the Streets rely on generous donations of people like YOU!