Homelessness Crisis Reporting Project 2024

D.C. experiences one of its hottest summers on record, posing serious challenges for people living outside

This summer, D.C.’s government declared 15 heat emergencies and four extended heat emergencies, according to the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services (DMHHS).

By Eddy Binford-Ross, Sophia Jacome and Maggie Sansone October 11, 2024

Homelessness Crisis Reporting Project 2024

Georgetown Church Serves Dinner and Compassion on Sundays

Every Sunday evening, the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Georgetown opens its doors to people experiencing homelessness for a family-style dinner.

By Sharon Xie October 11, 2024

DC News

The worst time of the month: While experiencing homelessness, D.C. residents also struggle with period poverty

Editor’s Note: This piece is published as part of The Homeless Crisis Reporting Project (HCRP), launched by Street Sense Media in 2016. HCRP is a multi-day collaborative effort between local... Read more

By Sydney Carroll October 11, 2024