Families represent 41% of all persons experiencing homelessness in the metropolitan Washington region

Children account for 61% of all people in homeless families and represent 1/4 of all persons experiencing homelessness in the metropolitan Washington region in 2019

As of January 23, 2019, 9,794 people throughout metropolitan Washington were experiencing homelessness

In 2019, the total number of veterans was 415 affected by homelessness.

OUR STORY

Working Towards a Better Tomorrow

Today, the Washington, DC region is dealing with the challenges of over 6,500 persons experiencing homelessness in the District, including 608 unsheltered persons, 4,679 in emergency shelters, and 1,234 in transitional housing programs.

Established in 2014, Universal Kitchen emerged out of a pursuit to inspire and support the community and a desire for actions to speak louder than words. We're an organization driven by compassion, actions, and a strong foundation of support.

"You have the ability to change lives, be that light for someone else."