In 2023, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recorded approximately 650,000 Americans experiencing homelessness, marking a 12% increase from the previous year and indicating a concerning trend of continuous rise. This surge is largely attributed to first-time homelessness, driven by factors such as shifts in the rental housing market and the expiration of pandemic-related protections and eviction prevention programs. Your support is crucial in making a meaningful impact and putting an end to this epidemic.