The pandemic presents unique challenges to those who are experiencing homelessness and the organizations that support them. The Detroit News reported that the city’s homeless shelters face additional costs to limit the spread of the virus among residents. In fact, vacant shelters have re-opened to accommodate increased housing needs.­­ MLive reported that families experiencing homelessness are being sheltered in hotels to save space in shelters in Grand Rapids.

Nonprofits serving the homeless population rely on one another for strategies and best practices.

“Nonprofits in the city recognize