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Youth homelessness is trending in the right direction. The 2026 Point-in-Time Count found decreases of 23% among ages 18-24, 40% among parenting teens, and 64% among youth under 18. This progress shows our community is working together to produce positive results.
#PITCount2026
Infographic titled "2026 Point-in-Time Count Demographic Changes: People in Columbus & Franklin County Experiencing Homelessness." Set against a blue map pattern background, it lists three demographic statistics: -23% Unaccompanied youth ages 18 to 24 (icon of group of people), -40% Parenting teens (icon of parent and child), and -64% Unaccompanied youth under 18 (icon of a backpack). Bottom text shows the website csb.org/pit along with the CSB logo.
September 3, 2026 at 7:15 PM
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Data informs us, but action defines us. To reduce homelessness, all of us need to be part of the solution. Thanks to the volunteers who gathered this PIT Count data. Now, let’s advocate for affordable housing together. Join the effort: csb.org/pit #EndHomelessness #HousingMatters #PITCount2026
The image is a digital flyer titled "2026 Point-in-Time Count Call to Action." It features an icon of a house next to the number one. The text highlights strategies to address unsheltered homelessness, including increasing street outreach, using hotels as transitional housing, enhancing housing options, improving efficiency, and coordinating investments. The logo "csb" is at the bottom. Accessible alt text: A graphic titled "2026 Point-in-Time Count Call to Action." Below, there's an icon of a person with a heart and a house. The text reads: "2. Continue Current Strategies to Address Family Homelessness. Expand prevention and diversion. Investment in non-congregate shelter for families." At the bottom is the logo "csb. A poster titled "2026 Point-in-Time Count Call to Action." It features an icon of two hands shaking. The main text reads: "3 Continue to Address Single Adult and Youth Homelessness." It suggests following Focus Strategies recommendations with investments in diversion, rapid rehousing, and permanent supportive housing. It mentions a partnership with the City of Columbus on the Resilient Housing Initiative Program. The CSB logo is at the bottom. Advocacy poster with text: "2026 Point-in-Time Count Call to Action. Advocate for Policy Change. Work with officials at local, state, and federal levels that prioritize deeply affordable housing, zoning, and tenant protections. Engage with eviction court." It features a scale icon and the logo "csb" at the bottom.
May 27, 2026 at 7:53 PM
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Homelessness is solvable. When we invest in proven solutions, lives change. Our latest data shows how targeted resources and proven solutions are changing lives in our community. See what trends we found this year: csb.org/pit #EndHomelessness #PITCount2026 #HousingMatters
A hand is pointing at a digital chart with data lines and bars. Text reads "2026 Point-in-Time Count Homelessness Trends, Columbus & Franklin County, Ohio." The bottom displays the logo of "csb. An infographic titled "2026 Point-in-Time Count Trend" highlights a continued decrease in family homelessness by 3.8% in 2026 after a 9% decrease in 2025. It credits strategies by Family System partners: targeted homeless prevention, rapid rehousing effectiveness, improved housing outcomes, and direct cash transfer program effectiveness. The bottom features the CSB logo. Chart showing a "2026 Point-in-Time Count Trend" with a 43% increase in unsheltered homelessness. The number of unsheltered individuals increased from 342 in 2022 to 651 in 2026. A caption emphasizes the need for additional resources. The CSB logo is at the bottom. Infographic titled '2026 Point-in-Time Count Trend' highlighting three increases in demographic groups: chronic homelessness, severe mental illness, chronic substance use, survivors of domestic violence, and persons with HIV/AIDS. Note states all but one group decreased in sheltered count. Logo at bottom reads 'csb' with a stylized roof icon.
May 20, 2026 at 7:53 PM
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Housing needs are rising in our region. More neighbors need help while rents increase and affordable housing is out of reach. While family homelessness is down, unsheltered numbers are up. We must act now on housing solutions. Learn more: csb.org/pit

#PITCount2026 #EndHomelessness #HousingMatters
Bar chart showing a 1.2% increase in homelessness from 2025 to 2026. The count in 2025 is 2,556 and in 2026 is 2,587. The top banner has the "csb" logo. Bar chart titled “Sheltered Homelessness decreased by 8%” from "csb." The chart compares two years: 2026 with 1,936 people (decreased by 8%) and 2025 with 2,101 people. Caption reads "2026 Point-in-Time Count Results. Bar chart showing an increase in unsheltered homelessness by 43% from 2025 to 2026. In 2025, there were 455 individuals, and in 2026, there were 651. The information is presented by CSB. Bar chart showing a decrease in family homelessness by 3.8% from 2025 to 2026. The chart has two vertical bars, labeled 2025 with a value of 210, and 2026 with a value of 202. The top section includes the CSB logo and text, "Families Homelessness decreased by 3.8%.
May 13, 2026 at 7:34 PM
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New 2026 PIT Count data is here. The report highlights urgent housing challenges and trends in our region. Behind every statistic is a neighbor seeking the stability that a safe and affordable home can provide. Read more: csb.org/pit

#EndHomelessness #PITCount2026 #HousingMatters
A hand holding a pen is placed next to a report titled "2026 Point-in-Time Count, Columbus & Franklin County, Ohio," on a table with a cup of coffee. The cover has a blue city map design.
May 6, 2026 at 7:13 PM