News round-up
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Frequently Asked Questions: Unemployment Insurance
The temporary increase in unemployment insurance benefits is ultimately not sufficient on its own to ensure stable housing for the lowest-income renters. Here’s what you need to know. Continue reading
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52 Organizations in 27 States will Receive Over $3 Million to Help Support Homeless Communities
NLIHC will regrant $3,500,000 to 52 organizations in 27 states. The funds are supporting efforts to keep highly vulnerable homeless communities safer by decompressing shelters to implement social distancing and reduce outbreaks and moving people experiencing homelessness into hotels or apartments. Continue reading
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Shelter Closings Due to Lack of Resources to Keep the Doors Open or to Safely Operate
The Disaster Housing Recovery Coalition is leading on daily updates and resources for people experiencing homelessness, low-income renters and homeless shelter providers. Continue reading
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Series of Educational Tours Launched by Utah Housing Coalition
During Membership Month, we like to spotlight our members and their work. The Utah Housing Coalition is dedicated to building equitable and sustainable communities to ensure all Utahans have a safe and affordable place to live. This summer, they began facilitating quarterly educational tours around the state. Their goal is to foster new relationships and… Continue reading
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The Dire State of Latino Housing (and How to Deal with It)
Latinos lack access to affordable housing. But policies and practices are emerging to create affordable housing and keep renters in their homes, which can boost Latino health equity. Read about new research on Latino housing from Salud America! Continue reading
On the Home Front 