The Evansville & Vanderburgh County Commission on Homelessness will host the annual Homeless Connect of Southwest Indiana next Thursday, April 3, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Old National Events Plaza.
The event – which brings together service providers, community members, and volunteers – offers everything from healthcare and housing assistance to employment support, legal support, and more both to individuals experiencing homelessness, and to others in need of support. Individuals and families facing financial hardship, housing instability, or barriers to essential services also can find the support and services they need at Homeless Connect.
“Every year, the Homeless Connect highlights the city’s ongoing commitment to addressing homelessness and poverty in our community,” said Evansville Mayor Stephanie Terry. “More than 60 vendors will be on-site this year, and each one will be providing a direct service to those in need – things like basic health services, haircuts, tax advice, foreclosure mitigation, and even veterans services all will be available at the event.”
Numerous sponsors also assist in putting on the event, alongside public donations. Anyone interested in making a donation through the Commission’s Dignity Fund is encouraged to visit evansvillehomeless.org/dignityevv. All donations to this fund go directly toward offsetting costs of the Homeless Connect.
Pre-registration for the event is encouraged, but not required. Attendees can pre-register online at evansvillehomeless.org/homelessconnect.
