May is Asian American, Pacific Islander, and Native Hawaiian Heritage Month, a time to celebrate and honor the diverse cultures, histories, and contributions of these communities.
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Maybe you've heard of the Point-in-Time or PIT count before. Formerly every two years, but now annually, Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires communities to help identify individuals, families and youth experiencing homelessness in each jurisdiction. Beyond a simple count, PIT volunteers offer a survey and ideally help connect the people they meet with services. HUD then uses this information to inform funding and community planning decisions.
According to Director of Community Services Katie League, "While not perfect, the annual Point-in-Time survey is essential in assuring that Baltimore continues to receive HUD funding. And it's an important opportunity for Baltimore City to hear about the needs of our clients directly from the clients themselves." For an idea of the kinds of information they collect, you can peruse the results from the 2017 PIT count here.
This year's PIT count in Baltimore City is Saturday, January 27 - Wednesday, January 30. There are two parts to the count...
For questions or comments about the PIT count, please reach out to Katie League or Sarah Bielecki.
May is Asian American, Pacific Islander, and Native Hawaiian Heritage Month, a time to celebrate and honor the diverse cultures, histories, and contributions of these communities.
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