Shining light on the myths and stereotypes of homelessness.

Homelessness is a complex issue that is difficult to understand and even more difficult to solve. Every November, HomeAid will challenge the stereotypes, assumptions, and myths, and shed a necessary light on the realities of homelessness.

Follow HomeAid → and keep an eye out for November 2024 to learn how and why people become homeless and how you can help end it.

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One person experiencing homelessness is
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HomeAid believes housing is a human right. This awareness campaign encourages people to Learn, Act, and Share about the issues surrounding homelessness and will focus on those individuals and populations who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

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Myth: I can’t do anything to fight against homelessness.

Truth: Getting involved with non-profits like HomeAid and donating can create change and impact in the fight against homelessness.

Myth: The homeless are most often violent and dangerous.

Truth: People experiencing homelessness are disproportionately likely to be victims of violent crime.

Myth: The majority of those that are experiencing homelessness is due to addiction and mental illness.

Truth: While a considerable number of individuals experiencing homelessness have a severe mental illness or substance use disorder, most estimates indicate that under half of the overall population experiencing homelessness is affected by these conditions

Myth: Individuals experiencing homelessness that you see in your community are usually transients moving into the area.

Truth: The large majority of people experiencing homelessness in a given area are either from the community in which they’re experiencing homelessness or had been living there for multiple years before they lost housing.

Myth: Homelessness is a choice.

Truth: Many people experiencing homelessness are employed or seeking employment & would move if need based housing was available.

Be sure to check back every week this November for more myths, truths, and featured content.

Participate & Engage

A month of engaging and educational programming.

Our network of affiliates has planned various events and activities across the country in honor of Homelessness Awareness Month. From fundraisers, volunteer events, and charity walks, there is an event dedicated to building a future without homelessness going on in all corners of the country.

Educate & Equip Yourself

Help Spread The Word

Work with us to build a future without homelessness.

Through continued collaboration, we can continue building a future without homelessness. The work we’ve accomplished is thanks in large part to our supportive community. Download the media kit below and share the mission of Homelessness Awareness Month.

 

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Shop our Homelessness Awareness Month goods.

Represent Homelessness Awareness Month with our shop of goods featuring soft crew necks, warm beanies, and stylish stickers all delivered right to your door!

Next Steps

Join us in our mission.

You have the opportunity to be directly involved with your community. Because of the help of people like you, individual lives and families improve and completely transform.

Through this transformation, each achieve the strength, stability and independence they need to build a better life.

1. Spread the Word

Whether it is sharing a post or attending a local HomeAid event, the work we do must be accomplished as a team. We encourage community members and corporations alike to share HomeAid’s mission and content to ensure everyone has a safe place to call home.


2. Stay Educated

There are many layers to the systematic issue of homelessness. Visit our resources section to learn more about the different studies, reports, solutions, and success stories we have compiled.


3. Join Our Community

Find an Affiliate near you to learn more about volunteer opportunities in your community. Also, get social! Like and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Please share our work with your network and help educate your friends about homelessness and all that HomeAid is doing to alleviate it.


4. Make A Donation

Make A Financial Impact. Choose the amount you are comfortable with and donate money to help us further our cause. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, donations to HomeAid are tax-deductible and support our mission of helping those experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

Homelessness Awareness Month (HAM) is a campaign initiative from HomeAid.

Although November is the official month for homelessness awareness, the fight continues all year long. Visit homeaid.org to learn more about how HomeAid is building a future without homelessness.