Volunteers Needed • July 22–23 Point-in-Time Count
Help ensure every person experiencing homelessness in Brown County is counted.
Volunteers are needed for the overnight Point-in-Time Count on July 22–23.
Share this opportunity with friends, coworkers, faith communities,
and social networks. Every volunteer helps create a more accurate
count and strengthens our community’s ability to respond to
homelessness.
Together, we can make sure every person is counted and every voice is represented.
Brown County Health & Education Impact Study
Examining the impact of housing services on health and education outcomes in Brown County
In 2023, a grant from Brown County Public Health supported the integration of Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) data into the Community Information System (CIS), in partnership with Achieve Brown County and United Way.
This collaboration enabled local providers, healthcare systems, and educational institutions to better understand how housing services influence community-wide health and education outcomes.
Key Findings
Health and Education Outcomes
Emergency room utilization decreased by 55% among youth in emergency shelter.
Emergency room utilization decreased by 76% among youth in stable housing.
Youth receiving outreach services achieved a 100% return to school.
Overall school attendance rates increased by nearly 30%.
Greater Green Bay Blueprint to Prevent and End Homelessness
The Greater Green Bay Blueprint and Community Housing Initiative serve as a collaborative, community-wide strategy to address housing instability and homelessness in Brown County. It aligns partners across sectors to implement data-driven solutions and improve long-term outcomes for individuals and families.
Coordinated Entry
Coordinated Entry is a centralized process that connects individuals and families experiencing homelessness to appropriate housing resources, including Rapid Rehousing and Permanent Supportive Housing. This system ensures equitable access and prioritization based on need.
On the night of July 22-23, volunteers across Brown County will come together for the annual Point-in-Time (PIT) Count—an overnight effort to better understand and respond to homelessness in our community.Every person, every story matters, and our community has the information needed to advocate for resources, housing, and support.Last July, volunteers counted 113 people living without shelter in Brown County. This year's count will help shape funding, services, and solutions for the future.Whether you've volunteered before or this would be your first time, training is provided and no experience is necessary.Volunteer Shifts🗓️ July 22-23• 11:15 p.m. – 1:30 a.m.• 1:15 a.m. – 3:30 a.m.• 3:15 a.m. – 5:30 a.m.Volunteers must be 18 or older (or accompanied by a parent or guardian).Together, we can ensure every person counts.👉 Sign up here: bit.ly/4flr9e9#PointinTimeCount#BrownCountyWI#EveryPersonCounts#CommunityCare#volunteer... See MoreSee Less
Cooling spaces in Brown CountySalvation Army of Greater Green Bay, 626 Union Court, Green Bay, whenever forecast is 90 or higher, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Fridays.Bay Beach Amusement Park Pavilion, 1313 Bay Beach Rd., air-conditioned facility open during park hours.Bay Park Square Mall, 303 Bay Park Square, AshwaubenonBrown County Library branches - branches are open weekdays but have varied hours. The Micah Center and Wellspring are daytime drop in centers under St. John’s ministries. Check for hours and locations stjohnsgreenbay.org/services/guest-resources/NEW Community Shelter is open as cooling center for anyone peaceful and sober.House of Hope has a drop in center which is a safe space for young people ages 12-24 who are experiencing housing instability or homelessness. ... See MoreSee Less
Where can I get my various needs met? Case ManagementCase Managers’ schedules vary. Each case manager spends time at the Micah Center, Wellspring and both shelters. Men can make appointments ... Rea...
Brown County regularly tracks and reports system performance using key metrics such as service utilization, housing outcomes, and point-in-time counts. This data informs decision-making and supports continuous system improvement.
Coordinated Entry in Brown County
Programs such as Rapid Re-Housing and Permanent Supportive Housing use a process called Coordinated Entry to assess and connect individuals and families to appropriate housing resources.
Coordinated Entry helps streamline access to housing by matching each household with the program that best fits their needs. Based on the assessment, individuals are placed on prioritization lists and referred to available housing opportunities.
To request a Coordinated Entry Assessment:
Visit any No Wrong Door agency in Brown County
or email:
The Brown County Homeless and Housing Coalition (BCHHC) provides training opportunities and shares information about relevant trainings offered by partner organizations throughout the year.
Funding opportunities are shared as they become available. Some opportunities may be accessible through BCHHC membership and active participation in coalition efforts.
