The independent short film, "How To Sleep In The Cold" tells the story of one wealthy man who seems to have everything, and one homeless woman who's mere belongings get stolen all the time.  According to the Department of Housing and Urban Development, there were 771,480 homeless people in the US on January, 2024.  That figure increased 18% from the previous year.  .

In Austin, the number of homeless people doubled between 2020 and 2024.  This page lists various resources for homeless people and homeless prevention through your donation or volunteering.

Austin, TX

The Other Ones Foundation

(512) 568-7557

Caritas of Austin

(512) 4797610

Austin Echo

(512) 881-8951

Foundations for the Homeless

(512) 453-6750

Sunrise Homeless Navigation Center

(512) 368-2685

Community Care Health Centers

(512) 978-9015