Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Written by Josh Johnson and Mary Frances Kenion The Trump Administration has recently signed the “Ending Radical Government DEI Programs and Preferencing” and “Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity” Executive Orders – collectively known as the “Anti-DEIA Executive Orders.” These were signed in response to the Biden Administration’s 2021…
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Following a whirlwind week in Los Angeles for the 2025 Innovations and Solutions for Ending Unsheltered Homelessness conference, we’re back in Washington, where the news certainly hasn’t let up. Here’s a quick run-down of everything we’re watching for you from the Nation’s Capital. Update on FY2024 Continuum of Care Funding…
Learn MoreFriday, February 28, 2025
This afternoon, I’m writing to you from the final day of the Alliance’s 2025 Innovations and Solutions for Ending Unsheltered Homelessness Conference in Los Angeles. With so much uncertainty in this moment, it felt right on time to be in community with so many of you in the field. This…
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We are excited to welcome James Crowder, Jr., Senior Associate for Local Policy Reform and Advocacy at the Annie E. Casey Foundation, as the newest member of the Funders Together to End Homelessness Board!
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Adults aged 50 and older are the fastest-growing age group of those experiencing homelessness, making up nearly half of the single-adult homeless population, which is estimated to triple over the next decade. Older adults are especially vulnerable to becoming homeless, as many live on fixed incomes that are insufficient to…
Learn MoreFriday, February 21, 2025
Once again, we’ve made it to Friday! That means it’s time to recap the major developments of the past week, and to gear up for what may be in store next. FY2024 CoC Program Awards As of the time of this message, we understand that communities are still awaiting award…
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As Congress is still deciding how much funding federal programs will receive in FY25, the House of Representatives’ current budget resolution would impose cuts in federal spending of $1.5 trillion over the next decade. Up to one half of that amount (at least $880 billion) could come from Medicaid, the…
Learn MoreWednesday, February 19, 2025
Secretary Scott Turner recently directed U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) staff to halt any pending or future enforcement actions related to HUD’s 2016 Equal Access in Accordance with an Individual’s Gender Identity in Community Planning and Development Programs Rule. Importantly, the Equal Access Rule is still in…
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Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness (CCH) appreciates the difficult financial situation the State of Illinois is in. The projected budget deficit for FY26 forces our elected officials to make tough choices. But with cost-of-living increases leading to greater homelessness across the state, maximizing the support provided to those experiencing homelessness…
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As temperatures in Chicago drop to dangerous lows, the Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness (CCH) is acutely aware of the dire impact severe cold has on our neighbors experiencing homelessness. While resources are available, we recognize the urgent need for more accessible and comprehensive cold weather responses to ensure everyone…
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