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U.S. Homeless Population has Drastically Reduced
Data released this week reveals that the number of chronically homeless individuals was cut by nearly 30 percent from 2005 to 2007. This means that more than 50,000 Americans who consistently slept on the streets in 2005, had a roof over their heads in 2007. Virginia's homeless population decreased just slightly and is among states with lower than average homeless rates. Much of this success is attributed to the countless individuals serving in America's faith-based and community organizations who have been partnering with the Federal government to address pressing human needs. The number of grants to these groups through the Continuum of Care alone rose from 1,404 in 2001 to 3,494 in 2007. See the full report.
- Published on Tuesday, August 5, 2008
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