Homelessness and poverty are rising at alarming rates in Chicago and across the nation. Behind every number is a person — a family, a veteran, a neighbor — facing the devastating impact of housing instability.
76,375 people experienced homelessness in Chicago in 2022 — a 12% increase from the previous year (Chicago Coalition for the Homeless)
Nearly 20,000 Chicago Public School students lacked stable housing in 2022, most living doubled-up with relatives or friends due to hardship (Chicago Public Schools, STLS Program)
More than 500 veterans in Illinois are homeless on any given night, despite having served our country (US Department of Housing and Urban Development).
Half of Chicago renters spend over 30% of their income on housing, leaving little for food, transportation, or healthcare (Chicago Policy Institute / U.S. Census ACS)
Neighborhoods like North Lawndale face unemployment rates more than double the citywide average, fueling cycles of poverty and instability (Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning)
People experiencing homelessness are 3–4 times more likely to live with chronic health conditions, including diabetes, heart disease, and depression (National Health Care for the Homeless Council)
Together, these realities paint a clear picture: the need has never been greater. But with your support, A Safe Haven Foundation is leading the way in creating real, lasting solutions.
We have a responsibility to act. Addressing homelessness is not only the right thing to do — it is essential for social justice, especially as marginalized communities bear the greatest burden.
We partner with government agencies, private companies, and nonprofits to expand our impact. Collaboration is at the heart of our work — because lasting change happens when communities come together.
