Homelessness is an extremely complicated and widespread issue. The fight to prevent and end homelessness involves numerous partnerships and alignment of funding resources such as federal, state, local, and philanthropic efforts. The community is better served with increased communication, collaboration and information-sharing between homeless-related service organizations, funding sources, and national alliances, including the following:
AUW advances the health, education, and financial stability of the community by bringing together resources, organizations, and people. AUW distributes funds and other resources to local nonprofits, community partners, and grassroots organizations, helping to broaden service opportunities and expand reach. AUW’s ALICE Initiative funds research and programs aimed at creating greater security and stability for individuals and families who are struggling financially despite being employed.
The Office of Housing & Community Development (OHCD) is responsible for the planning, administration, and operation of all County housing programs. OHCD’s mission is to provide for the development of viable communities through decent housing, suitable living environments and expanded economic opportunities. The Homelessness and Housing Fund (HHF) provides information on resources aimed at addressing the complex issues of homelessness and housing instability in the County of Hawai`i. The Resource Directory provides a list of services and resources that are available within Hawai`i County.
The Kaua`i County Housing Agency provides greater opportunities for affordable housing and supports community development for residents of Kaua`i County. The Homeless Support section provides announcements and resources that can be used to assist homeless individuals and families in the community. The Kaua`i Resource Card provides a list of services and resources that are available within Kaua`i County.
The Department of Housing supports and enhances the social well-being of the citizens of Maui County by expanding affordable housing opportunities for low and moderate-income families. The Department of Human Concerns (DHC) provides a continuum of social services to address the needs of the people of Maui County through various programs and partnerships. The DHC Resource Guide provides a list of services and resources that are available within Maui County.
The NAEH is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization committed to preventing and ending homelessness in the U.S. The NAEH helps build stronger and more resilient communities by using evidence-based strategies and policies that are critical to ending homelessness. The NAEH helps communities to implement evidence-based plans ensuring local solutions are both sustainable and impactful.
HPO provides services designed to help homeless individuals and families access permanent housing. HPO administers many programs including Legal Services, Street Outreach, State Homeless Emergency Grants (SHEG), Shelter, Housing First, Rapid Re-housing, Homelessness Prevention, and HOPWA. HPO requires services to be provided in a manner consistent with Housing First principles in which homeless households access permanent housing rapidly by eliminating barriers to program entry.
The OHHS works closely with the Governor, developing policies and programs to end homelessness. In partnership with the community, counties, and other government agencies, OHHS designs, tests, and evaluates innovative approaches to prevent and end homelessness in Hawaii. OHHS identifies and addresses gaps in the homeless services system; maintains a homelessness data clearinghouse and coordinates the Hawaii Interagency Council on Homelessness.
The Census Bureau is the federal government’s largest statistical agency, serving as the nation’s leading provider of quality data about its people and economy. The Census Bureau provides current facts and figures about America’s people and economy, engaging in a range of scientific and statistical activities which are critical for government programs, policies, and decision-making.
Homelessness assistance programs provide funding to states, local governments and nonprofit providers to serve individuals and families across the United States who are affected by homelessness. HUD-funded programs and strategic priorities are vital to a community’s homeless services system.
The SSVF Program promotes housing stability among low-income veteran families who reside in or are transitioning to permanent housing. The SSVF program awards grants to organizations that can provide supportive services to this target population. SSVF grantees provide supportive services including outreach, case management, connection to benefits and programs, connection to public benefits and mainstream community resources, and temporary financial assistance.
The USICH helps to coordinate the federal response to homelessness by working in partnership with senior leaders across federal agencies to organize and support governors, mayors, CoC leadership, and other local officials. The USICH works to achieve the goals of the federal strategic plan by designing community responses that prevent homelessness or ensure that homelessness is rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Founded by President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1968, the Urban Institute is a nonprofit research organization that provides data and evidence-based solutions to help advance upward mobility. The Urban Institute is a trusted source for those seeking to strengthen decision-making, create inclusive economic growth, and improve the well-being of families and communities. For more than 50 years, the Urban Institute has delivered facts that inspire solutions.