Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week: Humanizing LGBTQIA+ Homelessness

Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week: Humanizing LGBTQIA+ Homelessness
November 18-23, 2024
Hosted by Dallas Hope Charities

Join Dallas Hope Charities for Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week (HHA Week) as we bring attention to LGBTQIA+ homelessness. This week of events is dedicated to supporting vulnerable individuals in our community and advocating for inclusive, compassionate resources. Here’s how you can get involved each day:

Monday, November 18 – Coalition Book Club: Making Room by Carl Siciliano
Kick off the week with our last session of the Coalition Book Club, where we’ll discuss *Making Room*, a powerful book on LGBTQIA+ homelessness. Join us for a live Q&A with author Carl Siciliano.
RSVP at 🔗https://forms.gle/HGpiATWmX8YpvGQ98 to attend virtually or in person and connect with others in the community.

Ongoing through November 22 – Donation Drive
We’re collecting cold-weather essentials, including blankets, gloves, scarves, and beanies, to be distributed at the Resource Fair. Your donations will provide much-needed warmth and support.
Donate by scheduling a drop-off appointment at chc@dallashopecharities.org. Help us spread warmth this season!

Wednesday, November 20 – Virtual Panel: Humanizing LGBTQIA+ Homelessness
Join us for an impactful virtual panel where advocates and those with lived experience will discuss how to create more inclusive services for LGBTQIA+ individuals facing homelessness.
Register 🔗https://forms.gle/SAHcohADtZm6cZYw8 to attend this important discussion and learn how we can make a difference.

Friday, November 22 – Day of Service
Help us prepare for the Resource Fair by volunteering to sort, pack, and organize donations. Your time will ensure that essential items are ready for distribution to those who need them most.
Sign up to volunteer at 🔗https://app.betterimpact.com/PublicOrganization/576a56c2-c19e-4e87-8b31-6d2e6b0a816c/Activity/690d1d91-7285-44c8-973c-b9e903050b68/1 and lend a hand in supporting our community.

Saturday, November 23 – Resource Fair
The week concludes with our Resource Fair, providing essential items like Worthy Bags, cold-weather gear, food, HIV/STI testing, and SNAP application assistance. Join us as a volunteer or attend to connect with valuable resources.
Sign up to volunteer at 🔗https://app.betterimpact.com/PublicOrganization/576a56c2-c19e-4e87-8b31-6d2e6b0a816c/ActivityCategory/199887/1 or simply attend. No registration required for attendees—just show up to receive support.

Each event during HHA Week offers a unique opportunity to engage, support, and uplift LGBTQIA+ individuals experiencing homelessness. Join us and help make a difference in our community!

For more information, visit our website at 🔗https://dallashopecharities.org/newsroom/hunger-and-homelessness-awareness-week-2024/ or contact us at chc@dallashopecharities.org.