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Providing safe shelter, transitional and permanent housing, and employment support to help people rebuild their lives with dignity and hope.

Our Impact in 2025

2,876

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clients served in low-barrier shelters

102

clients served in transitional housing

22

clients served in permanent housing

Real Stories. Real Change.

Providing safe shelter, transitional and permanent housing, and employment support to help people rebuild their lives with dignity and hope.

Our Impact in 2025

2,876

clients served in low-barrier shelters

102

clients served in transitional housing

clients served in permanent housing

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Are you a D.C. resident seeking shelter, housing, or emergency support? Explore our programs to find the right resources for you.

Emergency Shelter

Safe, low-barrier shelter options for people in DC.

Severe Weather Shelter

Life-saving shelter during extreme cold, heat, or severe weather.

Housing Help

Learn how to access housing through Coordinated Assessment & Housing Placement (CAHP).

Immediate Help

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Our Mission

A trusted leader in Washington, DC’s response to homelessness

Delivering frontline services and driving lasting change, we connect individuals and families experiencing homelessness with shelter, housing, and supportive services — while advocating for system-wide solutions that help people rebuild stable lives.

Every story represents a person deserving of safety, stability, and hope.

“The most important thing I can say is to believe in the program and commit to the process. The structure and guidance helped me grow and rebuild my life with confidence.”

Gregory Woods

Former Client

Gregory Woods

Former Client

“Don’t give up on yourself. You are not what you are going through. Tough times don’t last; tough people do.”

Milton McKinney

Former Client

"Seeing homelessness firsthand in Washington, DC, reinforced for me how important the Coalition's work is. Through shelter, job training, housing assistance, and supportive services, the Coalition helps individuals and families build a path toward self-sufficiency and hope."

Lily Vo

Supporter

Get Involved

For decades, the Coalition has stood alongside people experiencing homelessness in Washington, DC.

Whether through giving, volunteering, or advocating, there are many ways to support our mission. Your contribution helps provide shelter, housing, and life-changing services for our neighbors in need.

Providing safe shelter, transitional and permanent housing, and employment support to help people rebuild their lives with dignity and hope.

Our Impact in 2025

2,876

102

22

Providing safe shelter, transitional and permanent housing, and employment support to help people rebuild their lives with dignity and hope.

Our Impact in 2025

Get Help Now

Emergency Shelter

Severe Weather Shelter

Housing Help

Immediate Help

A trusted leader in Washington, DC’s response to homelessness

Every story represents a person deserving of safety, stability, and hope.

“The most important thing I can say is to believe in the program and commit to the process. The structure and guidance helped me grow and rebuild my life with confidence.”

“Don’t give up on yourself. You are not what you are going through. Tough times don’t last; tough people do.”

"Seeing homelessness firsthand in Washington, DC, reinforced for me how important the Coalition's work is. Through shelter, job training, housing assistance, and supportive services, the Coalition helps individuals and families build a path toward self-sufficiency and hope."

For decades, the Coalition has stood alongside people experiencing homelessness in Washington, DC.

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DC Shelter Hotline

The Homeless Services Hotline is open every day from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m.

During hypothermia season (November 1 - March 31), the Homeless Services Hotline is open 24 hours a day and transportation to shelter is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

DC Shelter Hotline test

The Homeless Services Hotline is open every day from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m.

During hypothermia season (November 1 - March 31), the Homeless Services Hotline is open 24 hours a day and transportation to shelter is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Providing safe shelter, transitional and permanent housing, and employment support to help people rebuild their lives with dignity and hope.

Our Impact in 2025

2,876

102

22

Providing safe shelter, transitional and permanent housing, and employment support to help people rebuild their lives with dignity and hope.

Our Impact in 2025

Get Help Now

Emergency Shelter

Severe Weather Shelter

Housing Help

Immediate Help

A trusted leader in Washington, DC’s response to homelessness

Every story represents a person deserving of safety, stability, and hope.

“The most important thing I can say is to believe in the program and commit to the process. The structure and guidance helped me grow and rebuild my life with confidence.”

“Don’t give up on yourself. You are not what you are going through. Tough times don’t last; tough people do.”

"Seeing homelessness firsthand in Washington, DC, reinforced for me how important the Coalition's work is. Through shelter, job training, housing assistance, and supportive services, the Coalition helps individuals and families build a path toward self-sufficiency and hope."

For decades, the Coalition has stood alongside people experiencing homelessness in Washington, DC.

Donate

Partner with Us

Sponsor

DC Shelter Hotline test

The Homeless Services Hotline is open every day from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m.

During hypothermia season (November 1 - March 31), the Homeless Services Hotline is open 24 hours a day and transportation to shelter is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

During hypothermia season (November 1 - March 31), the Homeless Services Hotline is open 24 hours a day and transportation to shelter is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.