A part of every dollar you spend goes toward homelessness prevention and assistance programs in Illinois.
Over $6 million
has been raised so far.
Change starts with knowledge
Learn more about Homelessness prevention and assistance programs in Illinois and how this Instant Ticket can help make a difference.
Thousands in need of help
On any given night in Illinois, an estimated 10,780 people live in shelters, transitional housing programs, parks abandoned buildings, cars, or on the street. In addition to Illinois residents experiencing literal homelessness, tens of thousands of Illinois families live temporarily and unstably with family and friends.
Needed support
The Supportive Housing Program provides 11,966 individuals with supportive services that enable special needs low-income individuals and families who are formerly homeless or at risk of becoming homeless to maintain their community-based living instead of returning to homelessness.
Prevention is key
Currently, 4,340 families across Illinois are participating in the Homeless Prevention Program, which provides mortgage, utility, and rental assistance in efforts to prevent homelessness.
