The Homeless Coalition of Palm Beach County

The Homeless Coalition of Palm Beach County The Homeless Coalition is a non-profit organization. We educate the public about the issues facing the homeless and raise money to end the problem.
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To make a donation, volunteer, or join an event committee, visit us at: homelesscoalitionpbc.org. In 2008 community advocates and leaders crafted the Ten-Year Plan to End Homelessness in Palm Beach County. A cornerstone and major accomplishment of the plan was a single-access-point homeless resource center to connect homeless individuals and families to housing and resources – The Lewis Center! I

t was named in honor of Senator Philip D. Lewis, a longtime advocate for the homeless. The primary goal of the Center is ‘Housing First”, getting individuals and families into homes. The Senator Philip D. Lewis Center opened its doors on July 2, 2012 as the first central access to services and housing for the homeless in Palm Beach County. In its first year, the Lewis Center helped 2,155 children and 3,199 adults end their homelessness. The Homeless Coalition works with a unique partnership of community leaders from across the spectrum of business, non-profits, government, faith-based entities, formerly homeless, and the community-at-large have all come together to make a difference. A team of community providers at the Lewis Center provide clients with assessment, interim housing, medical care, life skills, job training and placement. That team includes: Gulstream Goodwill, Adopt-A-Family of the Palm Beaches, The Lord’s Place, Homeless Outreach Team and the Palm Beach County Health Dept. The Resource Center hopes to provide a system that will end homelessness in Palm Beach County and set a national example.

Yesterday, Project Homeless Connect was held in Boca Raton for the first time, bringing vital resources directly to indi...
06/23/2026

Yesterday, Project Homeless Connect was held in Boca Raton for the first time, bringing vital resources directly to individuals and families in South Palm Beach County. From housing assistance and healthcare to employment support, food, clothing, pet supplies, and more, the event connected neighbors in need with the services that can help change lives.

CEO, Alexandria Ayala, shared with WPTV how we're seeing more people experiencing homelessness for the first time, including individuals who are working but still struggling to afford housing. The face of homelessness is changing, and our community must continue working together to meet people where they are.

Thank you to our partners, volunteers, service providers, and community leaders who helped make this event possible. Together, we are creating pathways to stability, dignity, andhope.

The twice-yearly event, usually held in West Palm Beach, connected unhoused residents with food, clothing, health care, career services and more at St. Gregory's Episcopal Church.

A few more photos from today's Project Homeless Connect event in Boca Raton. So appreciative of this community and the w...
06/22/2026

A few more photos from today's Project Homeless Connect event in Boca Raton. So appreciative of this community and the work put in today. ❤️

We were thrilled to bring Project Homeless Connect to Boca Raton for the first time and so happy that Boca's Mayor Andy ...
06/22/2026

We were thrilled to bring Project Homeless Connect to Boca Raton for the first time and so happy that Boca's Mayor Andy Thomson was able to join us. It was an incredible day and we can not thank the city enough for their support!

06/22/2026

A huge thank you to DJ Eddy Puyol for providing the beats that were the background to today's amazing Project Homeless Connect event. Your support and great vibes were everything today, Eddy! 🎧🎶

Boca Raton packed St. Gregory's Episcopal Church today for Project Homeless Connect! A big thank you to everyone at St. ...
06/22/2026

Boca Raton packed St. Gregory's Episcopal Church today for Project Homeless Connect! A big thank you to everyone at St. Gregory's, PBC Community Services Dept., PBSO, Boca Raton Police Meals with Meaning and every organization and volunteer who made today possible. We can not do it alone. Solving homelessness takes an incredible community effort and we saw what a difference it makes today! ❤️

Project Homeless Connect, coming to Boca Raton for the first time on Monday, June 22, will be a one-stop resource hub of...
06/21/2026

Project Homeless Connect, coming to Boca Raton for the first time on Monday, June 22, will be a one-stop resource hub offering homeless individuals across the county access to emergency preparedness information, personal care services, food, clothing and multiple organizations all in one place on one day.

This includes access to haircuts, showers, hot food and services like legal aid, medical insurance navigation, medical check-ups, resources for homeless youth, seniors, mothers, pet care and emergency resources, information on where to go and what to do if a hurricane or dangerous heatwave hits this summer and so much more.

Everyone is welcome at Saint Gregory's Episcopal Church on Monday from 10am-1pm

Meet Rachelle Katz Litt, a dedicated member of the Homeless Coalition of Palm Beach County Board of Directors since 2019...
06/18/2026

Meet Rachelle Katz Litt, a dedicated member of the Homeless Coalition of Palm Beach County Board of Directors since 2019.

Throughout her career in healthcare and public service, Rachelle has witnessed firsthand how quickly a health crisis, job loss, or unexpected hardship can place someone at risk of homelessness. Her commitment to the Coalition is rooted in a belief that every person deserves the opportunity for safe, stable housing and the support needed to thrive.

"The solutions to homelessness come from communities working together. My hope is that we never lose sight of the humanity behind the statistics and continue building a Palm Beach County where everyone has the opportunity for stable housing, dignity, and the chance to thrive."

One of Rachelle's proudest contributions has been helping support and grow the Annual Mayors' Ball (Coming soon, August 29, 2026!), the Coalition's signature fundraising event. As a committee member, sponsor, and board member, she has also played a role in helping generate critical resources that move individuals and families from homelessness into permanent housing.

Thank you, Rachelle, for your leadership, advocacy, and unwavering commitment to creating lasting change in our community. 💙

A big thank you to for sharing the announcement on the 2026 Mayors' Ball! Thank you to all of our sponsors for making ...
06/18/2026

A big thank you to for sharing the announcement on the 2026 Mayors' Ball!

Thank you to all of our sponsors for making this year's event possible!

No one is just a statistic.No one is invisible.No one is beyond compassion, connection, or hope.Sometimes the most power...
06/15/2026

No one is just a statistic.
No one is invisible.
No one is beyond compassion, connection, or hope.

Sometimes the most powerful thing we can offer another human being is simple: to acknowledge their humanity.

We are so proud to share this recent feature on our CEO, Alexandria Ayala-Long, in Authority Magazine’s Women of the C-S...
06/12/2026

We are so proud to share this recent feature on our CEO, Alexandria Ayala-Long, in Authority Magazine’s Women of the C-Suite series.

In the interview, Alexandria reflects on her leadership journey, the lessons she’s learned along the way, and the importance of building strong partnerships to address homelessness in Palm Beach County.

Ending homelessness requires collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to seeing the humanity in every person. We are grateful for Alexandria’s leadership and her dedication to advancing solutions that help individuals and families achieve housing stability.

You have to seat yourself at the table, even if you aren’t always asked to.

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