Michigan Coalition Against Homelessness

Everyone deserves a place to call home.

MCAH unites 600+ agencies across Michigan to advocate, train, and build systems that end homelessness — for good.

Michigan Homelessness by the Numbers

65,000+ People experience homelessness in Michigan each year
600+ Agencies using HMIS across the state
83 Counties served by Michigan's Continua of Care
40% Of those experiencing homelessness are families with children

How We Work to End Homelessness

MCAH serves as the connective thread between communities, agencies, lawmakers, and the people closest to this issue.

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Advocacy

We bring the voices of Michiganders experiencing homelessness to Lansing and Washington — shaping policy, protecting funding, and pushing for systemic change.

Legislative action
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Training

Free training programs funded by MSHDA — from HMIS system use to best practices in shelter operations and housing-first approaches.

See upcoming trainings
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HMIS & Data

Michigan's Homeless Management Information System (HMIS), powered by WellSky, tracks services across 600+ agencies — giving us the data to act.

Access HMIS
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Get Involved

Anyone who wants to end homelessness belongs here. Join as a member, volunteer your time, or connect with a local Continuum of Care.

Ways to help

Upcoming Trainings

All trainings are free to member agencies, funded by a grant from the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA).

July 2026

HMIS New User Certification

Required training for all new staff entering data into Michigan's HMIS. Covers data quality standards, client consent, and system navigation.

HMIS
August 2026

Coordinated Entry Best Practices

Learn how to implement and improve your community's coordinated entry system to connect people with housing faster.

Housing
September 2026

Point-in-Time Count Preparation

Prepare your community to run an accurate and inclusive PIT count. Methodology, outreach strategies, and data reporting.

Data
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Advocacy in Action

Your voice shapes Michigan's response to homelessness.

MCAH leads legislative outreach campaigns, tracks bills that impact housing and homelessness services, and equips you with the tools to contact your representatives. Whether you're a service provider, an advocate, or someone who's experienced homelessness firsthand — your perspective matters.

Learn How to Advocate

CoC/NoFo Toolkit

A comprehensive resource for Continuum of Care agencies preparing competitive applications. Step-by-step guidance, templates, and deadlines — all in one place.

Open the Toolkit
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Anyone who wants to end homelessness belongs here.

Membership is open to shelters, housing commissions, service providers, advocates, and individuals. Join us and be part of the solution.

Become a Member