House the Homeless, Inc., founded in 1989, is the oldest, all volunteer, action organization in Texas working to prevent and end homelessness. Our mission is education and advocacy around issues of homelessness. Our goal is prevention and doable solutions, including how to end to economic homelessness here and across the nation. HtH considers all homeless and formerly homeless individuals to be members of this 501 (c)(3) tax-exempt non-profit corporation. We strive to ensure that the makeup of our Board of Directors generally not fall below 50% of individuals who were formerly homeless or are currently experiencing homelessness.
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HUGSS Winter Survival Clothing, Party Planned 1-1-22
For decades, HtH has raised funds for HUGSS (hats, under-thermals, gloves, scarves and socks to gift to individual men, women, and youth experiencing homelessness in the greater Austin area. Our New Year's Day party is again planned at and with gratitude to First...
Dedication/Blessing ceremony at the Basicilica
Watch the video from the Dedication/Blessing ceremony at the Basicilica of the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. held on October 1, 2022.video credit: Matthew Gossage Homecoming-Brochure-FINALDownload
2021 Year in Review
Year in Review 2021: to live somewhere in security, peace and dignity is a human right! Please download and take a look at House the Homeless's year in review for 2021. Year-in-Review-2021-2Download
Budget Chart for Selected Federal Housing Programs
FY 23 Budget Chart for Selected Federal Housing ProgramsDownload
Poverty and Homelessness Virtual Conference
Reimagining Education: Collectively Advancing Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion The presentation will include Kids for Kids Sake Videos submitted by House the Homeless. Date: April 23, 2022 Time: 1-4 p.m. Registration Link
Bring America Home Now — Interfaith Launch
Join Bring America Home Now (BAHN) on March 17th, 2022 at 6 p.m. for their virtual Interfaith Launch event. Speakers: Rev. John P. KeePastor Michelle BushDonal Whitehead Details Meeting ID: 838 5625 0099Passcode: 498152
Annual HtH Homeless Memorial Service
Amid The Pandemic, Austin Remembers The 256 Homeless Deaths On Austin's Streets In 2021 In a year marred by uncertainty and loss, homeless Austinites and advocates gathered Sunday morning to remember and read the names of the 256 homeless Austinites who died in 2020 –...
HUGSS 2021 – 350 backpacks with winter gear distributed to those experiencing homelessness
HUGSS 2021 350 backpacks prepared by volunteers with winter gear. Distributed on Jan 1st 2021 to those experiencing homelessness. Despite the cold, rain, and other conditions these items were given at multiple sites by volunteers. View a few photos from the event:...
HUGSS New Year’s Day event for winter resources
House the Homeless’ annual HUGSS Winter survival volunteer event was held outdoors on Saturday, January 1st 2022, at First Baptist Austin. Just under 250 individuals experiencing homelessness were provided a hot BBQ lunch and backpack with HUGSS (hat, under thermals,...
HUGSS Thermal Give Event Sat. Jan 1st 2022
For decades, HtH has raised funds for HUGSS (hats, under-thermals, gloves, scarves and socks to gift to individual men, women, and youth experiencing homelessness in the greater Austin area. Our New Year's Day party is again planned at and with gratitude to First...