Why the grantmaking of the Zarrow Families Foundation is now in the hands of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color.

In the aftermath of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, the destruction has been devastating and the complete impact of these storms remain to be seen. Those affected face a long road of uncertainty, especially those in poverty or already experiencing homelessness. Philanthropy can and should address the short-term needs to provide safety and protection for people in the path of these storms, but should also focus on a long-term response aimed at rebuilding in ways that address the needs of people with the lowest incomes and/or who are experiencing homelessness.

Below is a list of responses and resources by and for those involved in the work to end homelessness in response to this record-breaking storm. 

In addition, Funders Together to End Homelessness is committed to sharing how we can support the identified needs of Texas and Florida and surrounding areas. We are currently working with our members local to the area and will provide timely updates and resources that can further aid in the development of both short and long term responses. Please check back and watch your email for more detail.  

From Philanthropy

Center for Disaster Philanthropy - Hurricane Harvey Resources

Center for Disaster Philanthropy - Hurricane Irma Resources

Disaster Philanthropy Playbook

Florida Philanthropy Network - Hurricane Irma

United Philanthropy Forum - How To Respond To Hurricane Harvey

United Philanthropy Forum - How To Respond To Hurricane Irma

From Our Partners

Council on Foundations - Resources to Guide Philanthropic Response

Department of Housing and Urban Development - Disaster Recovery Homelessness Toolkit

National Law Center on Homelessness and Poverty - Statement on Hurricane Harvey

National Low Income Housing Coalition - Hurricane Harvey's Devastation

National Low Income Housing Coalition - Disaster Recovery Updates

National Low Income Housing Coalition - Hurricane Housing Recovery

Lessons Learned from Disaster Recovery

Conrad N. Hilton - In Practice: Response to Hurricane Katrina

New York Regional Association of Grantmakers - Best Practices in Disaster Grantmaking

Completing its fifth year of funding, the Home For Good Funders Collaborative evaluation outlines lessons learned and next steps for the Los Angeles County collaborative.

Initial Learnings from Foundation for Youth Success

How does strategic philanthropy differ from non-strategic philanthropy? What is the role of collaboration? The Episcopal Health Foundation shares its thinking.

With support from Funders Together Houston, The Frees Foundation, and The Simmons Foundation, the Houston Police Department created a Homeless Outreach Team and documented their efforts in a documentary called The Shepherds in Blue.

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This collection of resources from the National Alliance to End Homelessness provides information about best practices and implementation strategies for front door strategies, such as coordinated intake, prevention, and diversion. By implementing these strategies, communities can decrease entries into homelessness.

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