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What happens when communities come together to better understand and address homelessness? At Compassion in Action: Heal...
10/16/2026

What happens when communities come together to better understand and address homelessness?

At Compassion in Action: Health, Data, and Hope in Navarro County, THN’s Ava Paredes shared insights from the Point-in-Time Count, while Jen Beardsley led an interactive activity illustrating the challenges people face when navigating a fragmented service system.

Together, they highlighted how Local Homeless Coalitions bring service providers together to share resources, coordinate support and ensure people experiencing homelessness don’t have to navigate the system alone.

đź’¬How are organizations in your community working together to better support people experiencing homelessness? Share your examples in the comments!

Fort Worth, thank you for sharing your voice on the Road to 2027!32 participants representing 23 organizations and entit...
10/16/2026

Fort Worth, thank you for sharing your voice on the Road to 2027!

32 participants representing 23 organizations and entities came together to discuss what their communities need to better address homelessness, from housing and mental health resources to prevention efforts and support for people transitioning out of jails, hospitals and mental health facilities.

Each conversation helps us better understand the challenges communities are facing and the solutions they want to see reflected in THN’s priorities for the 2027 Texas Legislative Session.

Next stop: San Antonio!

Correction: We previously shared that Union Gospel Mission hosted our Fort Worth Road to 2027 roundtable. We’d like to clarify that Partnership Home coordinated with THN over several months and provided funding to make the event possible, while Union Gospel Mission generously provided the venue. We apologize for the oversight and thank both organizations for their support!

Please join us in welcoming THN’s newest Board members and officers! We’re excited to welcome Jamie Billman McCormick, C...
10/15/2026

Please join us in welcoming THN’s newest Board members and officers!

We’re excited to welcome Jamie Billman McCormick, Courtney Douangdara and Ana Rausch to our Board of Directors. Their experience in communications, nonprofit leadership and homelessness response will help strengthen our work across Texas.

We’re also pleased to announce our new Board officers:
🔹 Chair: Paul Charles
🔹 Vice Chair: Dr. Jill Gumbs
🔹 Secretary: Michelle Friedman
🔹 Treasurer: Troy Wheeler
🔹 Immediate Past Chair: Marissa Vogel
🔹 At-Large: LaToya Haywood

Thank you to these leaders for their commitment to making homelessness rare, brief and non-recurring across Texas.

Learn more about our new Board members: thn.org/welcome-our-new-board-members/

10/09/2026

THN’s 2026 Texas Conference on Ending Homelessness brought together advocates, service providers and community leaders to share solutions, strengthen partnerships and advance efforts to end homelessness.

“It gives me a lot of hope when I come to a conference like this and I see so many like-minded people, professionals working every day just like we do,” shared Kristina Rivas of Ground Floor Collective, a THN Innovation Fund grantee.

We also celebrated our 2026 award recipients!

•Outstanding Community Organization: Neighbors First! of Georgetown
•Outstanding Community Volunteer: Heather Dixon, Love and Light Ministries
•Outstanding Service Provider: Tammy Guidry, Talent Yield Coalition
•Outstanding Outreach Worker: Melissa McGee, Brazosport ISD ASCEND Program
Thank you to everyone helping turn ideas into action across Texas!

Read the full conference recap at the link in our bio or at https://shorturl.at/hkXRB

Fort Worth, thank you for sharing your voice on the Road to 2027! 32 participants representing 23 organizations and enti...
10/07/2026

Fort Worth, thank you for sharing your voice on the Road to 2027! 

32 participants representing 23 organizations and entities came together to discuss what their communities need to better address homelessness, from housing and mental health resources to prevention efforts and support for people transitioning out of jails, hospitals and mental health facilities.

Each conversation helps us better understand the challenges communities are facing and the solutions they want to see reflected in THN’s priorities for the 2027 Texas Legislative Session.

Next stop: Houston!

A huge thank you to the Texas Homeless Network staff who made the 2026 Texas Conference on Ending Homelessness possible!...
10/02/2026

A huge thank you to the Texas Homeless Network staff who made the 2026 Texas Conference on Ending Homelessness possible!

“One of the most important things about planning a conference is the people that are involved in it. THN is so dedicated and enthusiastic about making this conference great. I just feel lucky to play even this small part in creating these spaces where people can can get together and learn from one another.”  -Lou Cirelli, Conference Planner, Meetingscouts Founder

That extends beyond our staff. Thank you to our sponsors, members, partners, speakers and attendees who brought their support, expertise and energy to this year’s conference. And a special thank you to keynote speaker Mejéan Cline for sharing her story and perspective with us!

Stay tuned for more takeaways, stories and highlights from 2026!

Sometimes, a one-time cost is all that stands between a family and permanent housing.For Rachel and her son, THN’s Innov...
09/30/2026

Sometimes, a one-time cost is all that stands between a family and permanent housing.

For Rachel and her son, THN’s Innovation Fund helped cover outstanding rent, a security deposit and prorated rent so they could move into a home their family can sustainably afford.

Through Housing Solutions, THN is expanding the ways communities can say yes to families in crisis.

Scroll to read Rachel’s story!

It’s the final day of ! 💙 Over the past few days, we’ve learned from one another, shared ideas and explored solutions t...
09/25/2026

It’s the final day of ! 💙

Over the past few days, we’ve learned from one another, shared ideas and explored solutions to ending homelessness across Texas.

Now, we want to hear from you.

đź’¬ What have you learned? What solutions, ideas or connections are you taking back to your community?

Share your biggest takeaway in the comments, send us a DM or email [email protected]. Your story may be featured in future THN communications!

Thank you for being part of and for the work you do in communities across Texas.

09/23/2026

2026 TCOEH Keynote Speaker Mejean Cline

Tomorrow’s the day! The 2026 Texas Conference on Ending Homelessness kicks off tomorrow in Houston, bringing together co...
09/22/2026

Tomorrow’s the day!

The 2026 Texas Conference on Ending Homelessness kicks off tomorrow in Houston, bringing together communities from across the state to share practical strategies, learn from one another and build solutions to ending homelessness.

Over three days, attendees will gain new tools, make meaningful connections and leave with ideas they can put into practice in their own communities.

We can’t wait to see you in Houston!

📅 Sept. 23–25
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