Pine Street Inn
Founded in 1969, Pine Street Inn provides a comprehensive range of services to nearly 2,000 homeless men and women each day. We are the largest homeless services provider in New England, and could not do this important work without the support of our donors and local community.
Since that time we have been providing a comprehensive range of programs and services, including housing, emergency services, and workforce development. Our ultimate goal is to end homelessness by making permanent housing a reality for all.
Boston Planning & Development Agency approves Pine Street Inn's newest housing development
Pine Street Inn's newest housing development to be built in Jamaica Plain will create 140 new units of housing for individuals moving out of homelessness. We look forward to moving forward with our partners on the project – The Community Builders and RODE Architects Inc. Read more.
Lyndia Downie & Pine Street Recognized as one of Top 100 Women-Led Businesses in MA
The Commonwealth Institute and Globe Magazine partnered to recognize the state's most noteworthy organizations led by women. Congratulations to all of the women recognized for their leadership, including our own President and Executive Director, Lyndia Downie! See the full list and learn more
Boston Herald: Pine Street Inn president says homeless stereotypes preventing change
Recently, Lyndia Downie, President and Executive Director, met with the Boston Herald editorial team. They discussed how addressing homelessness has evolved over the years and how persistent stereotypes can make it challenging to implement solutions. Read the Boston Herald editorial
A Tribute to Robert "Bob" F. Walsh
We are saddened by the passing of longtime trustee, volunteer, friend and community leader, Robert F. “Bob” Walsh. Bob and his wife, Karylann, were honored for 40 years of service a few years back, and we dedicated stained-glass windows in our Men’s Inn dining room in their honor. Bob was committed to bringing hope and respect to our guests, tenants and trainees every day. The homeless men and women of Boston have lost a great friend and advocate. Boston Globe: Robert F. Walsh, former BRA director and guiding force at Pine Street Inn, dies at 78
BNN TV: Pine Street Inn Aims for Boost in Housing
On BNN News, our President & Executive Director, Lyndia Downie, spoke about Pine Street Inn's 50-year history and shared our plans for the future. Watch the video
How We've Helped
Every day, we support men and women in rebuilding their lives. Our emergency services, housing and workforce development programs help homeless individuals move toward self-sufficiency — and renew hope.
Stories of Hopehomeless men and women helped annually
tenants in Pine Street housing
emergency shelter beds in four locations across Boston
meals prepared each day in our kitchen