Council for the Homeless

05/30/2026

We’re at the Multicultural Fair at Hudson Bay High School until 3pm. Food, music, and resources. Admission is free, come see us at our table!

05/28/2026

Accepting applications through Monday, June 1.

We're hiring a new member of our leadership team to fill the role of Housing Coordinator Manager. If you or someone you know is an experienced leader that can manage our coordinated entry team, uses a trauma-informed and people-center approach to assisting folks with social services needs, we would love to connect.

Visit our Careers Page on our website and apply today:
https://www.councilforthehomeless.org/about-us/careers/

05/27/2026

Free Community Event — BIG tax changes are here.
Do you know how they affect your business or your personal finances?

Join Council for the Homeless and Integrated Tax Services to learn how the new federal tax law (OBBBA) could affect you.

Thursday, June 11 | 5:00 P.M. | Firstenburg Community Center

It's free to attend, but registration is required; sign up today:
https://councilforthehomeless.ejoinme.org/2026TAXLAW

05/27/2026

The 2026 numbers are in.

The Point-in-Time Count is a one-day snapshot of homelessness in Clark County that takes place on the last Thursday in January. This year, 1,260 people were experiencing literal homelessness on January 29, 2026.

Key findings:
• 15% decrease in people living in emergency shelters
• 11% decrease in unsheltered individuals
• 21% increase in unsheltered families

These numbers reflect both progress and ongoing challenges in addressing homelessness in our community.

Read more and explore the full report on our website under Impact: https://www.councilforthehomeless.org/by-the-numbers/point-in-time-count/.

Every number represents a neighbor, a family, and a need for continued solutions and support.

05/27/2026

Real solutions require honest conversations, compassion, and long-term thinking.

This thoughtful letter from a Camas neighbor offers practical ideas and perspectives on addressing homelessness in a way that helps both vulnerable individuals and the broader community. Worth the read and discussion.

Read here:

Tony Teso argues Housing First and preventive interventions address homelessness more effectively than crisis response alone.

05/23/2026

Did you hear? Tickets are on sale for the best night of the year!!! Council for the Homeless (CFTH)'s annual event, Gathering for Change is scheduled for October 15 this year. Get your ticket + learn more about what's in store: https://councilforthehomeless.ejoinme.org/2026GFC

05/18/2026

What does the new federal tax law (OBBA) mean for your wallet or your business?

Join Council for the Homeless and Integrated Tax Services for a FREE info session breaking down the changes, credits, and deductions you need to know. Stick around for a live Q&A after the presentation.

📅 Thursday, June 11 | 5:00 PM
📍 Firstenburg Community Center
🔗 RSVP for free here: https://councilforthehomeless.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/2026TheNewFederalTaxLaw/tabid/1588035/Default.aspx

05/06/2026

Many of our neighbors are just one ride away from stability.
At Council for the Homeless, we’re seeing an urgent need for bus passes, a critical resource that helps people:

• Get to housing interviews and secure stable homes
• Access medical and mental health appointments
• Show up for job interviews and work shifts

Without reliable transportation, even the most determined efforts can stall.

You can help today:

For just $1.50 for a single ride or $4.25 for a day pass, donate bus passes or make a gift to ensure our clients can get where they need to go safely and on time.

Every ride matters. Every pass helps move someone forward. Give today: https://www.councilforthehomeless.org/take-action/

05/01/2026

Throughout the month of April, our staff have been wearing blue in support of Autism Acceptance Month.

People on the autism spectrum face unique, often invisible, barriers to finding safe and stable housing. Sensory sensitivities can make crowded shelter environments overwhelming and communication differences can lead to misunderstandings with service providers, all of which can intensify the trauma of being homeless.

Without systems designed to recognize and support neurodiversity, too many people are left without the care and stability they deserve.

We believe housing solutions must be responsive to the diverse needs of our community. Everyone deserves a place to feel safe, understood, and at home.

04/24/2026

Catch CEO Sesany Fennie-Jones on "Straight Talk" tonight at 7:00 PM on KGW Channel 8.

Sesany joined host Tim Gordon alongside the City of Vancouver’s Jamie Spinelli to discuss the state of homelessness in Vancouver, WA and across Clark County, sharing insights, challenges, and the collaborative work ahead.