Mission
HomeStart is a leading provider of housing services aimed at helping individuals in Greater Boston who are currently experiencing homelessness, who have recently transitioned to housing, or who are at risk of becoming homeless. They focus on eviction prevention, housing search assistance, and stabilization services. Over the past 30 years, HomeStart has helped over 15,000 individuals find permanent housing and has prevented over 5,000 families from becoming homeless.
Basic Information
Founded in
Not Reported
EIN
04-3311270
Total Assets
$5.714 million
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance
Renew Collaborative
HomeStart's Renew Collaborative is a disruptive social innovation designed to prevent homelessness through a cost-effective strategy. The program focuses on preventing evictions by providing support to families with subsidies and the working poor in Massachusetts, achieving substantial social and economic outcomes.
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Diverse Client Base
HomeStart serves a diverse client base, including single parents and their children, survivors of domestic violence, veterans, and persons with disabilities, all living at or below the poverty line. The organization operates with a keen focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion across all their services.
Innovative Partnerships
HomeStart has formed innovative partnerships and broad-based coalitions to address homelessness and housing instability. Their collaborative efforts include both individual supporters and community sponsors, aiming to create sustainable long-term solutions to homelessness.
Impact Stats
Evictions Prevented
Eviction Prevention
HomeStart has successfully prevented more than 5,000 evictions in the Greater Boston area. An impressive 95% of clients remain housed after 48 months of receiving the organization's intervention services.
Individuals Housed
Housing for Homeless Individuals
HomeStart has assisted in finding permanent housing for more than 15,000 individuals experiencing homelessness in the Greater Boston area, ensuring they have a safe place to live.
People Supported Annually
Housing Stabilization
Every year, HomeStart supports approximately 500 people, ensuring they stay off the street and maintain sustainable housing despite economic challenges.
Past Events
2021 Virtual Community Event
09/23/2021
HomeStart's 2021 Virtual Community Event titled 'Together We Are Home' focused on discussions about the impact of COVID-19 on homelessness and housing instability, raising critical resources to help people transition out of homelessness and prevent evictions.
