Point in Time Count 2021

Get Involved

We're not recruiting volunteers for an in-person PIT Count this year, but we still need you to pitch in to help your neighbors experiencing homelessness.

Here's how.

Health & Safety

Donate COVID-19 Supplies

ECHO is collecting donations of COVID-19 supplies to distribute to people experiencing homelessness and homeless service providers

Donate

Ending Community Homelessness Coalition (ECHO)

we are Fiercely commited to ending homelessness

Our Mission is to provide dynamic, proactive leadership that engages policymakers and the community to end homelessness.

About ECHO

#BlackLivesMatter

ECHO has released a statement regarding recent demonstrations against police violence and the need for racial equity.

Read ECHO's statement here

Fast Facts

Lack of income and affordable housing are the leading causes of homelessness in the US

In 2018, ATX reduced unsheltered homelessness among young adults (18-24) by 56%

Nationally, African Americans experience homelessness at 5x the rate of white Americans

Over 900 Veterans have exited homelessness in Austin since 2011

80% of women sleeping unsheltered report abuse or trauma as the cause of their homelessness

Upcoming Trainings & Events

HMIS Training Office Hours: January 14th, January 28th 2021 10:00-11:00am VIRTUAL TRAINING
HMIS Agency Admin Training: January 20th 2021 VIRTUAL TRAINING
HMIS ART Training: January 20th, 2021 VIRTUAL TRAINING
HMIS New User Training: January 21st, 2021 New User VIRTUAL TRAINING
HMIS New User Training : February 11th, 2021 New User VIRTUAL TRAINING

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