Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day 2025
Sunday, December 21, 2025
National Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day occurs each year on the longest night of the year, the winter solstice. This particular date reminds us that no one should be experiencing homelessness - not ever, and especially not during these cold and unforgiving winter months.
This page will be updated regularly. Check back here and our social media to follow the progression of the Community Art Project!
Community Art Project
Community members were invited to help create a powerful art installation honoring those who have passed away while experiencing homelessness and the 313 individuals experiencing homelessness during Chester County’s 2025 Point-in-Time Count. Our goal was to collect 313 decorated homes and imagine a Chester County where everyone has a home.
The decorated home are being featured with others on a large banner (pictured) displayed at the Government Services Center from December 16-21, 2025 and shared on our social media. Together, they create a unified message that everyone has a role in building a strong, safe community where every neighbor has a home.
We hope that this year’s community art project can serve as a heartfelt reminder of our unhoused neighbors while also bringing awareness to the ongoing work to address homelessness in Chester County and beyond.
In Remembrance
On Wednesday, December 17, the Partnership also accepted a proclamation from the Chester County Commissioners recognizing Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day. Rob Henry, Partnership Administrator, and Kasey Schlack, Partnership Coordinator, were joined by Dolores Colligan, Director of the Department of Community Development, along with team and board members of Friends Association who were recognized for their significant partnership in ending family homelessness.
This year, we honor the eleven individuals in Chester County who lost their lives while experiencing homelessness in 2025.
Helene D. | 86
Helen D. | 50
Mervin G. | 57
Kevin G. | 54
Adrienne K. | 65
Antoinette L. | 59
Domingo M. | 57
Lois R. | 82
Henry T. | 67
Robert Z. | 60
Jimmy C. | 67
How You Can Help
Since 1990, this day has served as a poignant reminder of the individuals we have lost while experiencing homelessness. This year, we unite to make an impactful statement: we cannot let this be the start of another year of growing homelessness in Chester County.
We know there are many causes of homelessness. You can help support everyone in Chester County with safe, affordable housing.
Learn more about how you can also volunteer or donate to the cause of ending homelessness in our community.