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There is so much you can do!
Start with these ideas:

  1. Help homeless people find local homeless assistance providers
  2. Help homeless people find jobs
  3. Volunteer your time and skills at a homeless shelter or support service
  4. Donate to your local food bank
  5. Join a mentoring program
  6. Tutor homeless children or adults
  7. Pay a month's rent or security deposit on behalf of a homeless person
  8. Support local homeless assistance fundraising campaigns
  9. Organize clothing, toys, and book drives for homeless shelters
  10. Tell others how to help the homeless
If you want to find out more, call HUD’s homeless assistance hotline: toll-free 1-800-HUD-1010

Want more ideas? Try these!