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.
WBUR: 'We're Not Going Back To Crowded Shelters'
"We want to be here for people," Downie said. "But at the same time, if we go back to the numbers we had before — even with the personal protective equipment, even with the work we've done on cleaning and sanitation — the COVID numbers are going to go up, and we're going to put people at risk. And we have a lot of people here who are older — you know, a lot of people have preexisting conditions." Listen or read here.
Attend Panel 10/15 with Director of Outreach Services
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, with winter approaching, we are working to address unsheltered homelessness. On Thursday, October 15 at 10am, hear our Michael Andrick, Director of Pine Street Inn Outreach and DMH MATCH Services, speak about how we are helping create solutions. Hosted by the Massachusetts Housing & Shelter Alliance, fellow panelists will include State Representative Natalie Higgins, Vernal Coleman of The Boston Globe, and Jay Levy, Regional Manager at Eliot Community Human Services. Register for the free Zoom panel
Lyndia Downie recognized with Alumni Achievement Award
Congratulations to our President & Executive Director Lyndia Downie, who was recently honored with the 2020 Alumni Achievement Award from the University of Vermont. Lyndia has worked with Pine Street Inn for her entire career – over 35 years, serving in her current role as President and Executive Director since 2000. Read more.
The Fall 2020 Innsider
The Fall 2020 Pine Street Innsider newsletter highlights the many ways Pine Street Inn has been adapting in response to the pandemic, including the 'bridge' to housing we established to help implement social distancing among our shelter guests. Read the Fall 2020 Innsider
The September Innsider: Monthly eNews
Did you miss our September Innsider in your email inbox? In this issue, learn more about our Women's Inn marking 40 years of impact serving women experiencing homelessness, Pine Street's recovery services and more! Read the September Innsider.
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 daily
tenants in Pine Street housing
emergency shelter beds in four locations across Boston
meals prepared each day in our kitchen