274,224 Americans will sleep on our streets tonight

People without shelter need BACKPACK BEDS.

Homelessness in Nashville

Homelessness in Nashville is a complex and ongoing issue, affecting thousands of individuals and families each year. The prevalence of chronic homelessness affects a disproportionately large percentage of the homeless population in Nashville compared to the national average.

As of July, 2024 the average price of a home in Nashville is $445,517.47 (zillow.com)

As of August, 2024 the average price for rent in Nashville is $2,050.00 (renthub.com)

Nashville Homelessness Stastistics

Local advocates estimate there are 20,000 people in Nashville living on the streets, in cars, camps, motels or in shelters.

3,598 individuals experienced homelessness in Nashville on any given night. (PIT March, 2023)

These individuals were part of 2,599 households, comprising 359 families and 2,240 adult-only households.

In the preceding 12 months (April 2023 to March 2024), a total of 7,405 unique individuals experienced homelessness in Nashville. (PIT March, 2024)

In recent years Nashville homeless encampments have been cleared to make way for development.

It often takes more than two years to find government-subsidized housing in Nashville.

1 out of 8 Americans risk homelessness and poor health. source: CDC December 2017.

Backpack Beds SAVE LIVES

Backpack Bed for Homeless partners with homeless services across Nashville distribute our study proven Backpack Beds to street sleeping homeless without shelter.

Backpack Bed - lightweight

Lightweight 3KG

Street tough material

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Full Body Protection

4 season summer & winter

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Fire Retardant

Fabric + Mattress 190cm x 55cm

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Water & Wind Proof

Protects against winter chills

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Full Body Mosquito Net

Stop bites on hot summer nights

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Ergonomic Backpack

Adjustable shoulder & chest straps

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Storage Pockets

4 pockets - store over 44lb

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Secret lockable pocket

With brass key lock

You can make a difference in Nashville by giving today

Our program is not government funded. However, the sad reality is - the only barrier stopping us from handing more Backpack Beds to folks you see on the street - is your powerful donation. 

Your gift makes a difference

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