The Homeless Coalition of Hillsborough County

The Homeless Coalition of Hillsborough County has taken the lead since 1986 in training, education, and advocacy on behalf of the homeless population. We are a 501(c) 3 organization governed by our coalition members and joined in our efforts by service providers, agencies, legislators, business leaders, homeless people, and individuals who are dedicated to ensuring that everyone is Responding to the Needs of the Community on behalf of the homeless population.

• By Responding, our advocacy has resulted in $33.2 million for housing and services for homeless children, their families, the disabled and those suffering from other illnesses (1986-present). We maintain a close connection with our members during the legislative session through our frequent alerts about bills effecting housing justice, economic justice, health care justice, and civil rights. We do this by grassroots organizing, public education, policy advocacy, technical assistance, and partnerships.
  
  
• The Needs continue to grow thus, we draw people from all over the county to workshops and conversations about emerging issues and ongoing professional and personal growth. We offer a photo exhibit, provide experts for speaking engagements, and share leadership with other organizations.
  
  
• Our Community collaboration and coordination with private businesses and corporations, banks and other funding institutions, housing and service providers, state and federal agencies, faith-based communities, and other supportive organizations means that we can quickly convene stakeholders and provide a way for creative partnerships to evolve, thus Responding to the Needs of the Community.

We hope by Responding to the Needs of the Community we will break the cycle of homelessness and continue the community response initiative developed to provide “Places for People” to live in Hillsborough County.

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