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Governor Stein Signs Executive Order for Interagency Council for Coordinating Homelessness Programs

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Governor Josh Stein has relaunched the Interagency Council for Coordinating Homelessness Programs (ICCHP) to prevent and end homelessness in North Carolina. The Council will focus on strengthening coordination among government, private, and non-profit sector service providers and advocates to address homelessness. The ICCHP will also have a dedicated focus on recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene. Governor Stein's proposal to address homelessness includes investments in the Housing Trust Fund, Workforce Loan Program, and the expansion of affordable housing.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Interagency Council for Coordinating Homelessness Programs (ICCHP) has been relaunched to address homelessness in North Carolina, with a focus on strengthening coordination among government, private, and non-profit sector service providers and advocates.
  • The ICCHP will be co-chaired by North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Policy Director Karen Wade and North Carolina Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Chief of Staff Jessica Whichard.
  • The Council will include a dedicated focus on Hurricane Helene recovery efforts to help more people find safe, affordable housing.
  • Approximately 11,500 North Carolinians experienced homelessness in 2024, including over 3,200 families with children, over 500 unaccompanied homeless youth, and nearly 700 veterans.
  • The number of people experiencing homelessness increased by 19% from the previous year, with prior estimates indicating around 6,600 people were experiencing homelessness in the 39 Helene disaster-declared counties before the hurricane.
  • Governor Stein proposed $35 million a year for the Housing Trust Fund to create more housing for low-income families, veterans, seniors, and people with disabilities in his 2025-2027 state budget proposal.
  • The ICCHP will advise the Governor, state agencies, and external partners on issues related to housing stabilization and strategies to reduce and end homelessness.

Statistics:

  • Approximately 11,500 North Carolinians experienced homelessness in 2024.
  • Over 3,200 families with children experienced homelessness in 2024.
  • Over 500 unaccompanied homeless youth experienced homelessness in 2024.
  • Nearly 700 veterans experienced homelessness in 2024.
  • The number of people experiencing homelessness increased by 19% from the previous year.
  • Approximately 6,600 people were experiencing homelessness in the 39 Helene disaster-declared counties before Hurricane Helene.

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Sep 10, 2025

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