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This year, more than 4,000 people are homeless in Raleigh. Of those 4,000 that are homeless, 2,736 are wake county school students. You may not realize it, but some of the people in your class may be homeless. Studies show that that 1 in 30 children are homeless. When you're homeless, not having a roof to sleep under may not be your biggest issue. The homeless population is exposed to violence, drugs, and and sickness. But there is some improvement. The homeless population in Raleigh has decreased by 25% last year, and the Raleigh Rescue Mission is a big factor in that drop. They sheltered 38,000 people last year, and provided more than 13,000 housing referrals. You can also help. You can donate here or volunteer at your local homeless shelter or food bank. Even the littlest donation could improve the life of a homeless person in our community.
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Hazen
3/14/2017 03:53:24 pm
I knew that Wake county schools had some homelessness but not half that just seems crazy to me.
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