Project Homeless Connect, Count Announced

Mobile’sHousing First, Inc. (HFI) has announced its 2024 Project Homeless Connect event, taking place on January 26 at 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at The Grounds in Mobile. It has taken place each year since 2014 and is made possible by partnerships between HFI and local service providers, organizations and community members. It connects those experiencing homelessness with valuable services including healthcare, legal assistance, housing assistance, veteran’s resources, employment services, hygiene services, clothing, supplies, education, identification and other vital assistance, for free. Free transportation from multiple pickup locations in Mobile and Baldwin counties is provided for all persons experiencing homelessness. Additionally, during the last week of January, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development requires communities receiving federal funding for homeless programs to conduct a count of those using shelters annually. HFI is asking for individual volunteers and organizations for its annual point-in-time survey, taking place on January 23 in two shifts—day and night. Adult volunteers will conduct brief interviews with willing participants and distribute care packages at known sleeping locations for those experiencing homelessness. Each team will be led by an experienced captain. For more information on either event, contact Kendell Young at email or phone: 251-654-7424.