The Homeless Coalition is an advocacy organization and does not provide any direct services. If you are in need, please use the tools below to find an agency that offers the services you need. You will receive help faster if you contact these organizations directly.
An app for smart phones that shows current resources available in the Boise Area for the Low Income with open times and directions.
Call for housing resources, information and support (call backs within 24 hours.)
Hotline number also connects to Our Path Home, a one-stop shop to help people experiencing a housing crisis navigate the resources that they are eligible for in Ada County. 503 S Americana Blvd. 208-336-HOME (4663).
findhelpidaho.org connects Idahoans seeking help with resources in their local community. It’s free, confidential, easy to use, and provides up-to-date information in more than 100 languages.
With temperatures getting colder as we enter the winter months, Our Path Home is launching their 2025 Winter Resource Guide to provide a list of warming locations offered by partners throughout Ada County and to highlight expanded services for community members experiencing homelessness, from health and crisis services, to food pantry locations.
Idaho Foodbank Food Assistance Locator
Boise List (search under Food Bank or Food Pantry)
Homeless Coalition’s Community Meals Calendar
BSU Food Assistance Map
Safe Place® is a national program that provides immediate help and safety for youth under the age of 18. Find a Safe Place® location HERE or text SAFE and your location (city, state, or ZIP) to 4HELP (44357).
You can also text “2Chat” to 4HELP anytime for immediate support from a trained mental health professional; no location needed.
Click HERE to learn about resources for homeless students.
Contact: Emily Kesler, Coordinator
esommer@sde.idaho.gov
(208) 332-6904
The Boise City/Ada County Housing Authorities Public Housing Wait List is currently closed. You can find information about public housing options HERE.
With a goal of improving housing stability and access for Boise residents, the Boise City Council has created several protections for residents who rent their homes in Boise. (Note from Homeless Coalition: The State Legislature nullified Boise’s effort to cap rental application fees, and the current ordinance requires them to be “reasonable”.)