2023 Point-In-Time Count
#Burke Counts everyone
How many people are currently homeless in our county? How many of them are families, youth, or veterans? The answer to these questions and more can be answered by a point-in-time count.
What is the PIT Count?
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A snapshot of the homeless population on a given night
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Required by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
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An unduplicated count on a single night of the people in our community experiencing homelessness, both sheltered and unsheltered
Who gets counted?
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Sheltered homeless people
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Staying in shelters - emergency and domestic violence
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Unsheltered homeless people
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Staying outside or in places not meant for human habitation
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Why conduct a PIT count?
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To obtain an accurate picture of homelessness in this community
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To identify unmet needs
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To obtain data required for funding applications
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To increase community awareness of homelessness
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To increase community and stakeholder involvement
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As a tool for advocacy
How you can help!
Volunteer
We need volunteers on January 26th to help us complete surveys and staff various tables. There will be a zoom volunteer training before the event.
Give Giveaway Items
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Hand warmers, gloves
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Hats, scarfs
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Socks, Underwear
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Hygiene items
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Batteries
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Blankets, Sleeping bags
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Propane bottles
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Snacks (easy open)
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Water bottles
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Bus passes
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Dog/Cat food or flea meds
Donate
This event is held in order to obtain the most accurate picture of homelessness in Burke as we can...We need your help to make that happen!