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Point Source Youth
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Together we can end youth homelessness!
Philly’s PHLHousing+ pilot showed cash assistance led to a 75% reduction in forced moves.

This is powerful evidence that direct cash assistance keeps people stably housed—and it’s exactly why we’re expanding programs like CASH LA.

whyy.org/articles/philadelphia-cash-program-housing-costs
Philadelphia rental assistance program helps low-income tenants stay housed
A new study shows the PHLHousing+ program is reducing evictions and homelessness among participating families. It’s unclear if the pilot will become permanent.
whyy.org
September 15, 2025 at 5:28 PM
PSY is growing, and we’re thrilled to welcome two visionary leaders to join our senior team.

- Director of Program Development and Growth – Baltimore-based
- Director of Program Development and Growth – Los Angeles-based

Apply here: www.pointsourceyouth.org/careers
July 30, 2025 at 7:19 PM
The Administration's latest executive order should be called “How to Make Homelessness Worse.”

We know what actually works: housing-first solutions rooted in dignity, trust, and agency. We can do better.

reuters.com/world/us/trump-orders-crackdown-homeless-encampments-nationwide-2025-07-25/
Trump orders crackdown on homeless encampments nationwide
President Donald Trump on Thursday signed an executive order urging cities and states to clear homeless encampments and move people into treatment centers - a move that advocates for the homeless said would worsen the problem.
www.reuters.com
July 25, 2025 at 6:24 PM
Join Alicia Wilson of Johns Hopkins University at our upcoming National Symposium in Baltimore. Alicia will participate in a candid conversation on the realities facing young people in Maryland and the solutions needed.

Register: pointsourceyouth.org/2025-national-symposium
July 23, 2025 at 5:19 PM
How do we prevent youth homelessness? Join us for a dive into our 7-State Targeted Housing Assistance Program!

345 households served. 90% remained housed. Hear from the team at Johns Hopkins University and discover what’s next.

Registering: shorturl.at/awpL9

#YouthHomelessness #HousingSolutions
May 30, 2025 at 5:46 PM
The next NPLC webinar features a discussion about two programs serving youth who are court involved. Speakers will be sharing more about their innovative models, Housing Stability for Youth in Courts and the Prevention Youth Engagement Team.

Register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
May 28, 2025 at 2:51 PM
The 2025 National Symposium on Solutions to End Youth Homelessness is happening Oct. 7–8 in Baltimore. Be part of a movement powered by youth voices, bold ideas, and collective action.

Register here: pointsourceyouth.org/2025-national-symposium#registration

#EndYouthHomelessness #YouthLed
May 12, 2025 at 4:21 PM
We're thrilled to share the success of a recent initiative aimed at preventing youth homelessness in Grand Rapids and six other locations.
Cash assistance program helps Grand Rapids youth maintain stable housing
The new program, operating in seven states nationwide, focuses on early intervention before youth reach the point of sleeping outside.
www.mlive.com
May 12, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Matthew Phifer from Henry Street Settlement, was at today's press conference to launch a joint report between PSY and Johns Hopkins University. Putting money in people's hands and granting them the trust and self-respect they deserve - that's what the Targeted Housing Assistance Program does.
May 6, 2025 at 11:06 PM
Garrett Mason, PSY youth consultant, spoke at the press conference about how the report findings don't just prove targeted housing assistance prevents homelessness; they prove it can open the path to dreaming about tomorrow.
May 6, 2025 at 10:56 PM
Point Source Youth's executive director at today's press conference to launch a report that proves Targeted Housing Assistance Program, a pilot initiative aimed at preventing homelessness among young adults, works! It not only prevents homelessness, but it's a cost-saving program.
May 6, 2025 at 10:43 PM