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Advocating for housing justice through policy, education,
and community action.
Building Systems, Not Just Structures
Founded in 2015, Cornerstone Housing, Inc. (CHI) began with a mission: to create safe, affordable homes for families, seniors, and individuals pushed to society’s margins. But over time, one truth became clear—homelessness isn’t just about a lack of housing. It’s about broken systems.
At CHI, we believe housing justice is a human right. That’s why we don’t just build homes—we fight to transform the very structures that cause and perpetuate homelessness in the first place.
Across the United States, millions are living one paycheck away from losing their homes. These numbers reveal why systemic change — not temporary fixes — is the only real solution
The highest level in over a decade — a 12% increase since 2022. Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, 2024.
Every number is a person without a place to rest tonight.
Rental assistance cuts and rising costs threaten family stability nationwide.Source: National Low Income Housing Coalition, 2025
No child should wonder where they’ll sleep tomorrow.
The richest nation on earth still struggles to provide economic stability for all.Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024
Poverty is not inevitable — it’s a policy choice.
Wages haven’t kept pace, forcing families to choose between rent and groceries.Source: Zillow Research, 2025
When rent soars, security vanishes.
By age 26, up to 46% will have experienced homelessness at least once.Source: National Foster Youth Institute, 2024
Turning 18 shouldn’t mean losing your home.
A shortage of 7+ million affordable homes leaves millions unprotected.Source: National Low Income Housing Coalition, 2025
Without affordable housing, stability is out of reach.
Behind every number is a name.
Behind every statistic is a story.
At Cornerstone Housing Inc., we’re fighting for a future where everyone has a safe, stable place to call home.
In America today, the simple dream of a safe and affordable home is slipping further out of reach for millions of families. The numbers are staggering: in 2024, 771,480 people experienced homelessness, and that figure is climbing in 2025.
Even more alarming, 2 million children are now at risk of losing stable housing under proposed rental assistance limits.
At Cornerstone Housing Inc. (CHI), our work goes beyond providing housing — we fight to change the systems that cause homelessness and poverty in the first place. We believe every person deserves safety, dignity, and opportunity. Our mission is to advocate, educate, and mobilize so that housing becomes recognized and protected as a human right across America.
We work with community leaders, policymakers, and partner organizations to advance fair housing laws, equitable development, and stronger social safety nets.
CHI pushes fo...
Knowledge is power. CHI provides educational resources, campaigns, and storytelling that help the public understand the real causes of homelessness — and how...
We bring together nonprofits, faith-based groups, businesses, and individuals to create a unified voice for housing justice.
CHI organizes and participat...
We gather data, analyze policies, and share insights that inform decision-makers and strengthen community action.
By spotlighting gaps in housing access and equity, CHI drives...
“I’ve worked full-time for 15 years. When I lost vision in one eye, my employer let me go. Overnight, I lost my income and then my home. Homelessness isn’t a choice—it’s what happens when the system fails you.”
— James, former warehouse worker
“My retirement check covers food or rent—but not both. I never thought after raising a family and working all my life, I’d be here. Housing should be a right, not a gamble.”
— Evelyn, retired nurse’s aide
“When we had to move into my aunt’s basement, I fell behind in school. It’s hard to focus on homework when you don’t know where you’ll sleep next.”
— AdamSmith, high school student
Real change doesn’t happen on its own—it happens when people come together. Every voice, every story, and every act of solidarity brings us closer to a future where safe, affordable housing is guaranteed for all.
I met Dale in Marianna, Florida and this is his reality. After an accident left him blind in one eye, he lost his CDL license and couldn’t pass the physical exam. Without that, the trucking company had to let him go. Soon after that, he found himself homeless. Dale explained, he doesn’t use drugs or alcohol and is simply down on his luck. Not everyone on the corner is there because of addiction or bad choices. Sometimes life takes a turn that can happen to any of us.
A homeless services approach that prioritizes providing immediate, permanent, and safe housing without prerequisites like sobriety or treatment participation. This model has proven to be successful in combating homelessness.
CHI is a former housing builder but has evolved into a national organization that advocates, educates and lobbies by being the voice for the unhoused and people experiencing poverty.
Attending and speaking at public meetings, writing letters to local officials and newspapers, getting involved in community groups and campaigns, organizing public demonstrations or media campaigns to raise awareness.
Progress in Motion
We’re in the early stages of building relationships, listening to communities, and identifying key areas for collaboration. Our current focus is connecting with service organizations, individuals experiencing homelessness, and community advocates to understand their needs firsthand.
Our upcoming wins will include partnerships, policy discussions, and events that drive housing justice forward.
Stay tuned — progress is coming soon.
We believe facts fuel change. That’s why CHI produces and shares research, data, and practical tools that empower communities and inform policy.
In-depth studies on poverty, housing, and systemic challenges. (e.g., Hunger & Poverty in America Hunger_and_Poverty_in_ America[1])
Clear, concise insights on housing affordability, rental assistance, and effective interventions.
Know-your-rights guides, resource lists, and toolkits to help families and advocates take action.
Press releases, articles, and updates on our advocacy work.
Behind every statistic is a person with a story. At CHI, we lift up the voices of those experiencing homelessness—because their lived experiences must guide real solutions.
When communities come together, no one goes hungry. Our food drive united local volunteers to support families in need.
We’re working to change the systems that make poverty and homelessness possible.
Every number is a person. Every person deserves a place to call home.
Be part of the solution. Advocate, volunteer, and share the message of housing justice.