Longview is a caring and compassionate community with many resources available for the homeless individuals. Through a collaborative effort of multiple organizations and individuals, the Mayor’s Task Force on Homelessness created a game plan for reduce homelessness in Longview through an approach that seeks to direct individuals to available resources.
If you have a passion for alleviating homelessness, you are encouraged to get involved by giving, advocating, or volunteering directly with one of the several related nonprofit agencies in Longview or by giving to the City of Longview’s Go Giver Fund.
Want to help individuals by giving something other than cash? Give a Homeless Outreach Bag. Check out what is needed and how your donations can help. Read more...
The Homeless Resource Day is a collaborative effort of the City of Longview and various non-profit organizations to help meet the needs of the homeless. It will be held Friday, January 25, 2019 at the City of Longview's Exhibit Building (1123 Jaycee Drive). Read more....
The Longview Police Department has assigned 2 officers to address homeless issues. The goal of the team is to reduce homeless-related complaints by acting as a bridge between the homeless and available appropriate services. Read more....
The City of Longview is partnering with House of Disciples to create a pilot project to help provide work opportunities for the homeless. Read more....