Pine Street Inn
Founded in 1969, Pine Street Inn provides a comprehensive range of services to over 2,100 individuals each day. We are the largest homeless services provider in New England and could not do our work without the support of our community of friends and supporters.
Pine Street’s programs include housing with support, emergency shelter, street outreach and workforce development. Our goal is to end homelessness by making the safety and stability of a home and community a reality for all.
Lyndia Downie on “Tell Me Everything” with John Fugelsang
Lyndia Downie joined the “Tell Me Everything” podcast with John Fugelsang to discuss Pine Street Inn’s newest residence in Jamaica Plain, developed with The Community Builders, and how initiatives like this support people experiencing homelessness. Listen now.
Monthly Innsider: May 2025
This month’s issue features Teresa, a Pine Street Inn tenant who became homeless after leaving an abusive family situation. It also features President and Executive Director Lyndia Downie’s selection as one of Boston Magazine’s “150 Most Influential Bostonians,” and a special volunteer visit from New England Patriots players. Learn about Judge Kathleen Coffey’s transformative work leading Homeless Court and Dine for Pine throughout May to receive a discount at local restaurants with a donation to Pine Street. Read the full issue here.
The Lyndia: A Blueprint for Inclusive, Supportive Housing in Boston
An Invisible People piece featured Pine Street’s newest housing site in Jamaica Plain, highlighting the 140 units for people moving out of homelessness, the organization’s partnership with The Community Builders and RODE Architects and the urgent need for housing. Read more.
Pine Street’s Homeless Court: Massachusetts court helps provide path out of homelessness
Judge Kathleen Coffey was featured in a Channel 5 segment for her work on Pine Street’s Homeless Court. The court helps homeless individuals resolve low-level legal barriers that prevent them from securing housing and employment. Watch now on WCVB.
Lyndia Downie Is One of Boston Magazine’s Most Influential Bostonians
Pine Street Inn’s President and Executive Director, Lyndia Downie, has been named by Boston Magazine as one of the most influential Bostonians. Boston Magazine praised Lyndia’s four-decade commitment to ending homelessness, highlighting “The Lyndia,” our newest residence in Jamaica Plain, named in her honor. See the full list here.
How We’ve Helped
Every day, we support people in rebuilding their lives. Our emergency services, housing and workforce development programs help individuals experiencing homelessness move toward self-sufficiency — and renew hope.