Gina moved into the Family Home with her mom last fall. Thanks to your support, Gina's Children's Counselor made Gina feel heard and helped Gina cope with the loneliness and sadness she was feeling in shelter.

Sponsors who commit $2,500 or more by Friday, August 28th will have the opportunity to have their logo or name included in our print invitation for the event!

"The tragically invisible but pervasive nature of this crisis is not recognized by the federal agency in charge of homeless assistance. Homeless children, youth, and families often move from couches, to motels, to cars, or any space that offers temporary shelter. Yet, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s current definition of homelessness – staying in shelters or on the street – doesn't capture this particularly mobile, vulnerable, and hidden population. That means millions of children, youth, and families are being locked out of vital channels of federal support.

Across the country, school districts, early childhood programs, and community-based organizations" like Doorways "are working tirelessly to fill the gaps."

"The ripple effect of a surge in evictions is incomprehensible. One person losing their home threatens so much more than just that one family. In my case it means my mum loses her carer, my children lose their social structure, access to their father and their schooling network, and ultimately I will lose my job. This is not just a housing issue: it threatens the very fabric of our communities. This is everyone's problem."

Have more at home than you need? Swing by our office's Drive-Thru Deeds on Fridays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to drop off items you may have "extra" of at home. Please contact Joy Myers at [email protected] or (703) 504-9290 for donation drop-off instructions.