Across the U.S., cities are facing increasing numbers of people experiencing homelessness. Meanwhile, an inadequate supply of deeply affordable housing has made it nearly impossible for individuals and families to move out of the shelter system.
Allegheny County’s 500 in 500 initiative responded to this needs gap with urgency, coordination, flexibility and creative problem-solving. County and City government, housing authorities, nonprofit organizations, foundations, developers and advocacy groups came together to make existing units or building conversions available for people living in shelters. The initiative moved hundreds of people from shelter to permanent housing, freed up shelter space for individuals and families in crisis and reduced strain across the homelessness response system.
Select the report cover below to learn how the initiative took shape, hear perspectives from those closest to the work and explore results as of day 500.
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