Can't-miss updates on federal funding, best practices, and more.

Homeless populations vulnerable amid poor air quality and smoke: Advocates (ABC News)

The Canadian wildfires are just the latest threat to people experiencing homelessness. Here's a list of funding and resources for communities to address their unique needs before, during, and after disasters.

LGBTQI+ youth account for nearly 40% of all youth experiencing homelessness.

In her first major speech as chair, Mayor Karen Bass talked about homelessness as a national issue and the myth that people want to live on the streets.

HOME-ARP:

• Effective Administration of Funds Handout (HUD)
• Path to Allocation Plan Acceptance Handout (HUD)

Youth:

• Partnering with School Social Workers to Expand Local Homeless Liaison Capacity and Provide Wraparound Services under the American Rescue Plan Homeless Children and Youth Program: A Brief for Local Liaisons, School Social Workers, and School Administrators (NCHE)
• Report: Leveraging Systems Navigators to Support Students Experiencing Homelessness (NCHE)
• Summary of Research 2015-2022: Educating Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness (NCHE)