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National Coalition for Homeless Veterans Applauds Enactment of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act

2026-07-20T15:11:15+00:00

The National Coalition for Homeless Veterans (NCHV) applauds the enactment of the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, legislation that takes meaningful steps to increase the nation's housing supply, reduce barriers to affordable housing development, and modernize federal housing programs. As communities across the country continue to face a severe shortage of affordable housing, expanding housing supply is an important component of preventing and ending veteran homelessness. The legislation includes a number of provisions but NCHV is particularly encouraged by the legislation's provisions directly affecting veterans, including measures to increase awareness of VA home loan benefits, improve [...]

National Coalition for Homeless Veterans Applauds Enactment of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act2026-07-20T15:11:15+00:00

NCHV Statement on the 2025 Point-in-Time Count

2026-06-18T13:16:40+00:00

Last month, HUD released the 2025 Point-in-Time Count, which recorded the first national decline in overall homelessness since 2016. The count showed more than 32,000 veterans without stable housing on a single January night in 2025. While veteran homelessness has been reduced by more than half since 2009, the pace of progress fell short of what the scale of the problem demands. We acknowledge the work of all of the providers, advocates, local leaders, and federal partners, however, thousands of veterans remain without stable housing amid growing pressure, including age, disability status, and an ever-shrinking social safety net, continue to drive [...]

NCHV Statement on the 2025 Point-in-Time Count2026-06-18T13:16:40+00:00

The NCHV Annual Conference Supports Veterans Experiencing Homelessness Through Innovation and Collaboration

2026-05-22T15:18:35+00:00

The NCHV Annual Conference Supports Veterans Experiencing Homelessness Through Innovation and Collaboration The National Coalition for Homeless Veterans (NCHV) was created in Washington, D.C. 36 years ago to combat veterans homelessness. Next week, leaders, service providers, advocates, and partners from across the country will gather for the 36th NCHV Annual Conference. It comes at an important moment as a new generation of service members return from global conflicts. This is our moment to both reflect on what we have achieved this year, and to focus on addressing the challenges ahead of us so [...]

The NCHV Annual Conference Supports Veterans Experiencing Homelessness Through Innovation and Collaboration2026-05-22T15:18:35+00:00

NCHV 2026 to Feature Keynote Sessions with Secretary Doug Collins and Assistant Secretary Jeremiah Workman

2026-05-22T15:27:25+00:00

The National Coalition for Homeless Veterans is pleased to welcome Douglas A. Collins, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and Jeremiah Workman, Assistant Secretary for Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS) at the U.S. Department of Labor, as keynote speakers at #NCHV2026. Bringing together national leaders, frontline providers, advocates, researchers, and partners from across the country, NCHV’s annual conference serves as a critical space for collaboration, innovation, and action in the effort to end veteran homelessness. This year’s keynote sessions will provide attendees with the opportunity to hear directly from two leaders whose work and [...]

NCHV 2026 to Feature Keynote Sessions with Secretary Doug Collins and Assistant Secretary Jeremiah Workman2026-05-22T15:27:25+00:00

Introducing a New Resource for Communities Working to End Veteran Homelessness

2026-04-29T14:34:39+00:00

The National Coalition for Homeless Veterans (NCHV) is proud to release a new guide developed with support from The Home Depot Foundation and Open Doors Atlanta. This resource is built for communities doing the work every day. It reflects real challenges, real coordination, and real progress happening across the country. Why This Guide Matters Ending veteran homelessness takes more than alignment on goals. It requires systems that work together, partners that stay coordinated, and strategies that translate into action. This guide is designed to support exactly that. Developed through close collaboration with these partners, it brings together national [...]

Introducing a New Resource for Communities Working to End Veteran Homelessness2026-04-29T14:34:39+00:00

NCHV Statement on VA–DOJ Agreement Affecting Guardianship Proceedings for Veterans

2026-03-11T18:58:27+00:00

Washington, DC — The National Coalition for Homeless Veterans (NCHV) is aware of the newly announced memorandum of understanding between the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Justice intended to help ensure that some of the nation’s most vulnerable veterans receive timely and appropriate care. Ensuring that vulnerable veterans receive appropriate care is essential. In some circumstances, the appointment of a legal guardian can help veterans access treatment and transition safely to more appropriate care settings. However, guardianship and other forms of involuntary intervention are serious legal actions that remove significant personal autonomy. They must be used sparingly, with strong safeguards, [...]

NCHV Statement on VA–DOJ Agreement Affecting Guardianship Proceedings for Veterans2026-03-11T18:58:27+00:00

Protect Yourself from Unauthorized Fundraising Calls

2026-01-30T19:34:36+00:00

At NCHV, we are committed to protecting our supporters and the communities we serve. Recently, some individuals have been calling people, claiming to fundraise on behalf of NCHV. These calls are not authorized by NCHV. Official Ways We CommunicateNCHV does not solicit donations by phone. Our official fundraising and updates come through: Email from verified addresses listed on our website Social media posts on our official accounts Links on our website If you receive a fundraising phone call claiming to represent NCHV, it is not legitimate. How to Protect YourselfTo ensure your support reaches NCHV safely: Only respond to emails or [...]

Protect Yourself from Unauthorized Fundraising Calls2026-01-30T19:34:36+00:00

Registration Is Open for the 2026 NCHV Annual Conference

2026-01-30T16:29:14+00:00

Registration Is Open for the 2026 NCHV Annual Conference Registration is officially open for the 2026 National Coalition for Homeless Veterans Annual Conference, the largest national convening dedicated to ending veteran homelessness. Join us Wednesday, May 27 through Friday, May 29, 2026, at the Washington Hilton in Washington, D.C., for three days of learning, connection, and collaboration with leaders from across the veteran homelessness response system. Each year, the NCHV Annual Conference brings together community-based service providers, federal partners, advocates, researchers, and other stakeholders committed to advancing real solutions for veterans. This is where ideas are shared, partnerships are built, and [...]

Registration Is Open for the 2026 NCHV Annual Conference2026-01-30T16:29:14+00:00

NCHV Urges Caution on Proposed HUD CoC NOFO to Protect Veteran Homelessness Programs

2025-12-02T22:25:53+00:00

NCHV warns that proposed funding changes could jeopardize vital housing and support services for veterans experiencing homelessness. Washington, D.C. December 2, 2025 - The National Coalition for Homeless Veterans (NCHV) recognizes the urgency and scale of the homelessness crisis nationwide, and the important role the Continuum of Care (CoC) program plays in responding to it. At the same time, the proposed NOFO raises serious concerns for the veterans we serve and the specialized system that has helped reduce veteran homelessness more quickly and more consistently than homelessness among the general population. NCHV urges HUD to fund all eligible renewal projects [...]

NCHV Urges Caution on Proposed HUD CoC NOFO to Protect Veteran Homelessness Programs2025-12-02T22:25:53+00:00

Honor Their Service. Secure Their Home.

2025-11-08T17:25:41+00:00

Honor Their Service. Secure Their Home. Each November, our nation pauses to reflect on the courage and commitment of those who have worn the uniform. Veterans Day reminds us to say thank you—but at the National Coalition for Homeless Veterans (NCHV), we believe that gratitude should go beyond words. True honor means action. Every day, NCHV and our partners across the country work to ensure that veterans have what they need to thrive: a safe home, a stable job, and the support to rebuild their lives. From local shelters to employment programs and permanent housing initiatives, this nationwide [...]

Honor Their Service. Secure Their Home.2025-11-08T17:25:41+00:00

National Coalition for Homeless Veterans

The National Coalition for Homeless Veterans does not provide direct services such as housing and case management. If you are a veteran that is experiencing homelessness or at risk of, please contact our toll free number or learn about other resources on our Veterans Help Page.

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