Nonprofits, Including VEO, Advance in Battle Against Veteran Homelessness

Despite a 55% decrease in homeless veterans over 13 years, over 33,000 remain homeless; The Home Depot Foundation pledges additional $250 million to veterans' causes by 2030.

The number of homeless veterans has decreased by 55% over the past 13 years, with an 11% drop since January 2020, due to efforts by government agencies, nonprofits, and corporate foundations.
The Veterans Empowerment Organization (VEO) provides emergency and permanent housing for homeless veterans, along with classes on financial literacy, securing VA benefits, and achieving employment and housing independence.
Despite the progress, over 33,000 veterans remain homeless, according to the 2022 Point-in-Time count conducted by the VA and Department of Housing and Urban Development.
The Home Depot Foundation has donated $500 million to veterans causes since 2011, and recently pledged an additional $250 million by 2030. The foundation has also contributed over 1.5 million volunteer hours to veterans, including building or repairing 60,000 houses and facilities.
Despite the significant progress, challenges remain, including the need for affordable housing and the continuous cycle of veterans becoming homeless.